Born: June 28, 1976

Hometown: Carrabassett Valley

Notable: Graduated from Carrabassett Valley Academy in 1994 … Two-time Olympic gold medalist in snowboard cross … Recovering from knee injury which has limited his preparation.

Personal website: www.facebook.com/seth.wescott.52

What he needs: Based on results in the previous two races, he will need to podium (top three) in the following events to qualify for the team. If no American reaches that criteria, selections are based on World Cup points. 

COMING UP

• Jan. 10-12: at Andorra

• Jan. 17: at Switzerland