Snow, Grit, and Gratitude: The Memorable Season of Mackenzie and Wyatt

There’s a certain magic when passion meets the pavement — or in this case, the powder. This winter, snowboarding siblings Mackenzie and Wyatt Frackoviak hit the mountains not chasing wins, but driven by a love of the ride. What followed was an unforgettable season.

Mackenzie: Finding Her Flow

For 12-year-old Mackenzie, the season was about testing her limits. She often competed in adult divisions, taking on riders with years more experience — including early in the season at Loon Mountain’s Bomb Hole Rail Jam, where she earned a second-place finish with quiet confidence.

By March, at Stratton Mountain’s Homesick event, Mackenzie capitalized on a season of hard work. Competing in the 16-and-under division, she reached the podium in every event she entered — third in Rail Jam, second in Halfpipe, and first in the OG Downhill.

That momentum carried into the USASA National Championships at Copper Mountain, where Mackenzie competed against top riders in the 11-12 age group. She placed second in Slalom, third in Giant Slalom, and third in Rail Jam, staying composed throughout.

Her most notable achievement came in Freestyle, where she earned third place overall. Competing across Halfpipe, Rail Jam and Slopestyle, Mackenzie proved that being a well-rounded rider requires both persistence and skill.

Wyatt: Small Rider, Big Speed

At 9-years-old, Wyatt is often the most unassuming competitor at the starting gate. His standout moment came at Stratton’s Homesick event, where he entered the 16-and-under division in the OG Downhill. Despite racing against older riders, Wyatt delivered a first-place finish.

He carried that momentum into the USASA National Championships, earning third place in Giant Slalom and finishing fifth overall in Racing.

A Season to Remember

As the season comes to a close, the results matter less than the experience gained on the mountain. Mackenzie and Wyatt showed that impact isn’t about size or age — it’s about showing up, putting in the work and enjoying the ride.

“I just wanted to see what I could do,” Mackenzie said.

For the sibling duo, it turns out they could do quite a lot.

With another season ahead, the future looks bright. For now, they’re simply enjoying the memories of a winter well spent on the snow.

Credit: TAPinto Summit