The Okanagan Zone once again enjoyed outstanding racing conditions at Apex Mountain Resort, where bluebird skies and a rock-hard surface set the stage for another successful BC Winter Games qualifier.
Hosted by the Apex Ski Club, the Teck Okanagan Zone Race delivered fast, challenging racing throughout the weekend. An icy track held up beautifully, rewarding strong technique and precision from start to finish.
U12, U14, and U16 athletes were pushed to their limits on demanding slalom and giant slalom courses. For the first time in several years, racing returned to the Old Mill run rather than Okanagan. With its steep, icy pitch, Old Mill kept racers firmly on edge and put both athlete skill and coaching preparation to the test. One thing was clear: time spent in the tuning room paid off.
Adding to the energy was a lively crowd of parents, families, future racers, and curious mountain guests who lined the course and cheered throughout the event.
A huge thank you goes out to the dedicated officials, volunteers (fuelled by Corn Nuts), racers, and parents whose enthusiasm and hard work made the weekend such a success. Special thanks to Technical Delegate Jim Martin, who made the long trip from Prince George to help ensure the event ran smoothly. None of this would be possible without the outstanding support of the team at Apex Mountain Resort.
Congratulations to all the athletes on a fantastic weekend of racing at Apex.