ISD 196 Nordic Ski
Who we are
The ISD 196 Nordic Ski Team is composed of students from all ISD 196 high schools - Apple Valley, Eagan, Eastview, Rosemount, School of Environmental Studies - as well as the district middle schools - Black Hawk, Dakota Hills, Falcon Ridge, Rosemount, Scott Highlands, Valley. ALL BOYS AND GIRLS IN GRADES 6-12 are welcome.
The season runs mid-November through mid-February.
Please contact
- Frank Cossetta at fcossetta@gmail.com if you have a 6th grader who is considering joining the team.
- Coach Brian Abery at abery001@umn.edu with all other questions.
Head to Team Registration + Enrollment >> to learn about the registration and enrollment processes and enroll your skier.
Summer Roller Ski Training Program Sign-up
Head over to Summer 2026 Roller Ski Training Program >> to sign up your skier for training this summer!
Our 2025/2026 Nordic Team
Photo credits: Valley Images
Team Merch Store
We have a new team merchandise store, where skiers, coaches, and families are welcome to purchase team items, hosted by a St. Paul company, Branding Wearhouse >>. Youth and adult sizes are available where possible!
Questions, requests & feedback
Questions about Nordic? Ideas or requests for next season? Feedback on this season or website? We want to hear from YOU, whether you are a current or prospective skier or family member!
Go to Your Questions, Requests & Feedback >> to share your thoughts with us. We will respond within 48 hours.
Our skiers in action
Thank you to our sponsors!
ISD 196 Nordic Ski Booster Club | email: isd196nordicskiteam@gmail.com
Head Coach: Brian Abery | email: abery001@umn.edu