Tommy Moe Biography, Life, Interesting Facts

Tommy Moe is an American skier. He majored on Super G and downhill events. He became the first American to win both gold and silver medals in skiing events.

Childhood

Tommy Moe was born in Missoula, Montana on 17th February 1970. Moe grew up seeing his father Tom Sr., skiing since he was a member of the ski patrols. He started emulating his father when he was only 3.

At 13, Moe got an endorsement deal from Dynastar Skis, because of his excellent display despite his young age. He was however hit by a setback when was barred from competing in any sporting event for smoking marijuana in public.

Career

With the help of his father, Tommy Moe got back to the game matured and more focused. He later joined Glacier creek Ski Academy, where he his skills improved significantly. At the age of 16, Moe joined the National Ski Team.

In 1987 junior competition, held in Norway, Moe finished second to win a silver medal. His first gold came in 1989 in the combined events and the Super G a competition held in Alaska.

In 1989, Tommy Moe made his World Cup debut in a World Championship held in Colorado where he finished in 12th.

After several failed attempts to emulate his junior level standards, Moe raced to take home a gold medal in Winter Olympic Games held in Norway in 1994. Four days later Moe celebrated his birthday with a silver medal after finishing second.

He took his form to the World Cup after he won his gold in Whistler.