Billy Poole

Billy Poole was a pro-extreme skier, sponsored by Black Diamond.

Fast Facts:

1. Born: March 30, 1979
2. Birthplace: Montana
3. Resided: Alta, Utah
4. Died: January 22, 2008

• Google News: Billy Poole
• Video: Billy Poole - The Levitation Project (Time 1:03)
• Boulder Daily Camera: "Warren Miller Ski Film Death Could Prompt Change" (January 25, 2008)
• Salt Lake Tribune: "For a Week, Billy Poole Lived a Lifelong Dream" (January 24, 2008)
  • "The fall put an end to a career that was 'coming to fruition,' said Poole's friend and business partner, Julian Carr. Poole was featured in this month's Powder magazine, became a marquee athlete for Salt Lake City-based Black Diamond and looked forward to the fall release of the as-yet-untitled Warren Miller film. "
• Deseret Morning News: "Late Skier Hailed as a Man of Passion" (January 24, 2008)
• Salt Lake Tribune: "Pro Extreme Skier Billy Poole Killed During Filming..." (January 22, 2008)
  • "Poole was filming a jump, had a bad landing, and possibly hit some rocks", said a spokesman for the Sheriff's office
• KSL: Extreme Skier Killed While Performing a Stunt (January 22, 2008)
• First Tracks: "Utah Pro Skiers Establish Headwear Brand" (January 2, 2008)