Eirin Maria Kvandal

Eirin Maria Kvandal was born on December 12, 2001. Originating from Vefsn, near Mosjøen, Norway, she began ski jumping at the age of five, inspired by her father. At 15, she moved to Trondheim. Kvandal overcame a significant health challenge, undergoing back surgery in December 2018 for scoliosis to straighten her spinal column.

Kvandal’s career began with participation in the Junior World Championships in 2018 and 2020. In the 2020 championship, she earned a silver medal in the mixed team competition. She made her Continental Cup debut in September 2018, securing two top-10 finishes in early 2020. Her World Cup debut was in December 2020 in Ramsau, finishing 33rd. A significant milestone occurred in January 2021 when she won the normal hill event in Ljubno, becoming the youngest Norwegian female to win a singles World Cup competition at 19 years and 43 days old. Following a severe knee injury two weeks later, she returned to competition in 2022. She participated in the 2023 World Championships but withdrew due to an inflammation. In 2024, she notably won the Raw Air tournament. Entering the 2024/2025 season, Kvandal continued to achieve strong results, including two gold medals at the 2025 World Championships in Trondheim for Team Normal Hill and Mixed Team Large Hill, and a bronze in Individual Large Hill.

Throughout her career, Kvandal has accumulated six individual World Cup wins and five team podium finishes, including a team win. Her personal best jump is 212 meters, achieved in Vikersund on March 17, 2024. She continues to be a prominent figure in ski jumping, frequently placing in the top ranks of international competitions and representing Norway on the global stage.