Valerie Krupp

Valerie Krupp (Valerie Buck-Krupp) was the 2000 Bronze Medalist for the International Sled Dog Racing Association in the 6 dog Sprint Class (Sled Dog Racing, Mushing). She was the first and only modern sprint racer to win an ISDRA medal with an AKC registered team. Racing for the Slapshot Siberians Kennel, which was owned by husband-to-be NHL player Uwe Krupp, the newcomer stunned veterans by winning the medal behind a team of AKC Registered Siberian Huskies in her third season of racing. The team, largely made up of descendants from the famed Roland "Doc" Lombard's Igloo-Pak kennel, was featured in many made for TV events, including the Incredible Dog Challenge, as well as features on Animal Planet and Outdoor Network. The medal earned her a berth on the U.S. team at the IFSS World Championships. The Krupp's retired from racing after Uwe was signed as a free agent with the Atlanta Thrashers and to concentrate on raising his son, Bjorn. Her primary leader, Tshabet's Mixer, died of cancer in 2005.