Familiar face in the ever-competitive RMISA, spending the 2023-25 seasons at Denver.
Thirty-two starts during her time with the Pioneers, finishing in the top-10 during 12 races (eight classic, four freestyle).
Seven top-10 placements as a sophomore in 2024, including in the 7.5K freestyle at NCAAs to earn second-team All-America.
Served as Denver's women's Nordic captain for 2025, earning seven top-20 results and two top-10s.
Was an alternate for DU's women's Nordic team during the 2025 NCAA Championships.
Prior to College
Raced with Roea IL in Norway before beginning her collegiate career in the U.S.
Placed sixth in the Norwegian national team sprint with her sister in 2022.
Finished 19th in the skiathlon at the Norwegian Nationals in 2022.
Personal
Parents are Elin and Jon.
Has an identical twin, Nora.
Father has raced Nordic combined for Norway's national team.
Enjoys time with friends and family, running in the mountains and baking.
Andersen on the U
"I chose the University of Utah because it allows me to finish my skiing career while continuing my studies in a setting that fits my goals. The program structure and location make it possible for me to balance training with academics. I am looking forward to being in beautiful Salt Lake City."
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Monday, July 28
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Friday, August 02
Last weekend, Sydney Palmer-Leger won the 7.5K freestyle earning her THIRD national title! 🏆 🏆 🏆Last weekend, Sydney Palmer-Leger won the 7.5K freestyle earning her THIRD national title! 🏆 🏆 🏆
Wednesday, March 13
Utah Skiing National Championship 2023!!Utah Skiing National Championship 2023!!