The skiing community is mourning the tragic loss of two bright young lights Kye Moffat and Moriah Wilson

Photo: Kye Moffat. Courtesy of Moffat family.

Kye Moffat, 25, died in a skiing accident while skiing with friends at Palisades Tahoe on April 23. The lifelong skier grew up ski racing in the Tahoe area. Moffat went on to play varsity soccer for four years at Middlebury College before returning to the San Francisco Bay Area. Moffat’s magnetic personality, kindness, and zest for adventure are well-captured in this tribute in the Piedmont Exedra. 

Moriah Wilson, 26, a native of East Burke, VT, died of a gunshot wound on May 11 in Austin, TX, as reported in Velonews. Wilson attended Burke Mountain Academy and skied for Dartmouth College. After graduating in 2019, she focused her athletic talent on pro cycling, dominating the gravel tour while working full time for Specialized. Wilson was in Austin preparing for the Gravel Locos competition.

Ski Racing Media extends our deepest sympathies to the vast and deep circle of family and friends touched by Moffat and Wilson. We will update this story as information becomes available on how to support the families.

The Wilson family issued the following statement Friday afternoon:

We thank everyone for their expression of love and support for us in this difficult time. While the tragic loss of Moriah is unfathomable, at the same time, we want everyone to join us in celebrating her life, accomplishments, and love for others. Always pushing tirelessly to reach her goals, we knew she was pursuing that which she loved. We will miss her terribly and know that all mourn her with us.

We know that Moriah would want the event to carry on for her compatriots to test their limits, as she would have been alongside her friends on the race course. We hope everyone feels her passion and support as they chase their own dreams. Her spirit will be there with you all, while training and on every race day.

Please do not reach out for interviews or comments for the rest of May. We are planning a celebration of life in June and will be forthcoming with details soon. 

Eric, Karen, and Matt Wilson