Significant Change in the Polish Ski Jumping Team: Kamil Stoch Will Have to Accept It

Significant Change in the Polish Ski Jumping Team: Kamil Stoch Will Have to Accept It

Originally published in Przegląd Sportowy on April 11, 2025

The new setup of the Polish ski jumping team is intended to keep Kamil Stoch closely integrated with coach Michal Doleżal's methodologies rather than training on the periphery as before. The dynamic shift aims to allow exchange of experiences and insights, significantly enhancing the team culture. Coach Maciusiak expressed optimism about establishing effective cooperation, indicating that they have already begun discussions about this arrangement. Moreover, Doleżal's expertise in jumpsuits will be beneficial, given it is a strong leg of his coaching profile. This strategic shift comes in the wake of past criticisms regarding Doleżal's approach, which Stoch and other athletes felt created obstacles to their training effectiveness. This renewed collaboration marks a new chapter for Stoch and the national team as they prepare for upcoming competitions.