Overview

• Groenvold was struck by lightning on July 12 during a family cabin trip and died Tuesday night following emergency hospital treatment
• The Norwegian Ski Federation announced his death Wednesday, expressing profound sadness and noting the impact of his untimely passing
• As a competitor, he transitioned from alpine skiing, where he earned a World Cup podium, to ski cross, capturing Olympic bronze at Vancouver in 2010
• Following retirement, Groenvold coached Norway’s ski cross team, served on the federation board and became a respected television commentator
• He is survived by his wife, Kristin Tandberg Haugsjå, and their three children, who have paid tribute to his legacy and character