A TEENAGE skier from Martin has been selected to become a Snowsport England Dry Slope Ambassador.

Nicole Shering, 16, takes on the duty after leaving Burgate School.

The role will see Nicole represent Snowsport England at artificial slopes across the country this summer and next winter.

The new programme from the national governing body Snowsport England was launched in June with the aim of recognising the ambassadors’ skiing talents on the dry slope circuit, as well as allowing them to inspire the next generation of skiers.

Nicole, who skies for Team Snowtrax in Dorset, will perform the role alongside 17 other athletes from across the country ranging from under 16s up to under 21s. The athletes will tour artificial slopes carrying out duties at races and competitions, including talking to younger competitors about skiing, and how hard they worked to become a ski racer.

The athletes have been picked on their performances on the dry slope ski racing circuit, and as well as recognising their contribution to the sport, the scheme will also give them the chance to represent England against the other Home Nations.

Nicole said: “I am really pleased to become a Snowsport England Dry Slope Ambassador. I started skiing when I was aged five at Snowtrax and it has been where I have developed my ski racing skills.

"It will be great to inspire younger skiers to start skiing and ski racing as part of my ambassador role.”

Tania Barton, Snowsport England director, said: “These young athletes will not only perform valuable logistical roles at the artificial slopes, they will also act as role models for younger skiers and hopefully inspire them to train hard on their local dry slopes and stay involved in the competitive skiing scene."

For more information about Snowport England activities visit snowsportengland.org.uk