Erika Heginbotham’s time wasn’t good enough for a podium finish in either run as she came home 16th and 14th respectively, yet the 16-year-old, who is part of the Delancey British U18 Alpine Ski Squad, admits the discipline fulfils her need for speed.

Saddleworth’s Erika Heginbotham is aiming to make a downhill splash on Wednesday after admitting she found her first races tough at the Delancey British National Alpine Ski Championships.