Dan Simmons: Far West Stanley Walton Award for Outstanding Official
In May, 2025, Far West Masters Official Dan Simmons was awarded the Far West Stanley Walton Award for Outstanding Official. This award is given by Far West Skiing to the official who has provided exceptional service to Far West skiing throughout the ski season.
2024-2025 end of season awards
Each year at the Far West Masters season awards banquet we make several special awards. The Rookie of the Year award recognizes racers who are new to our masters racing program and who demonstrate enthusiasm and sportsmanship. The Most-Improved Racer award recognizes racers who have been competing and who have demonstrated significant improvement in their racing. The Cantanho "Spirit of Masters" award honors a competitor who exemplifies participation with cheerfulness and joy, as well as contributions to our program to encourage others to share the enjoyment of masters racing. And new in 2019 is the President's Award, a special recognition award selected by the President of Far West Masters.