Hello! My name is Judy, and I’m the proud parent of Tristam Henkels, the youngest athlete representing Team USA in halfpipe snowboarding at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy!

Tristam has dedicated years of his life to mastering the sport he loves. From the first time he strapped on a snowboard, his passion, determination, and talent have been clear. Today, at just [Tristam’s age], he has earned the incredible honor of representing our country on the world stage—a dream that many athletes spend a lifetime chasing.

But as you can imagine, pursuing the Olympics comes with significant financial challenges. Training, travel, equipment, coaching, and Olympic participation costs add up quickly. While we’ve worked tirelessly to support Tristam, the reality is that we need help from generous supporters to make this dream a reality.

Why Your Support Matters:

Covering travel and lodging expenses in Italy for the Winter Olympics

Funding equipment, training, comp and coaching fees to keep Tristam performing at his best

Giving Tristam the opportunity to focus entirely on his sport, without financial stress

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings Tristam closer to standing on that Olympic stage and representing Team USA with pride. Your support is not just an investment in Tristam, but in the future of American snowboarding and the dreams of young athletes everywhere.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping a young athlete chase his Olympic dream. Together, we can make history.

Let’s send Tristam to Cortina!