| Source | NBC Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Feb. 21, 2026, 8:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | Feb. 21, 2026, 8:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.nbcchicago.com/olympics/2026-milan-cortina/who-is-cam-smith-illinois-native-making-headlines-in-new-olympic-sport-skimo/3897714/ |
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The sport of [ ski mountaineering ][13] made its long-awaited Olympics debut and
a bearded Illinois athlete is making headlines for his performance in the event.
Cam Smith, who first competed in "skimo" during the men's sprint Thursday, fell
just shy of a medal during the mixed team relay Saturday,...