The Teck Okanagan Zone Speed Camp, hosted by the Vernon Ski Club, delivered an outstanding weekend of training at SilverStar Mountain Resort, with fantastic conditions, an impeccably prepared race course, and clear progression in speed skills for the 115 athletes who attended.
Vernon Ski Club welcomed U12 to U16 skiers for three action-packed days on the race track, supported by an incredible crew of nearly 100 volunteers who helped ensure a smooth and successful camp.
The camp format included two days of training, with timing introduced on the second day, followed by a final day of racing. Awards were determined by combined two-run times, giving athletes a meaningful opportunity to test their progress in a race environment.
With sunshine and favourable weather for five of the six runs, athletes benefitted from ideal conditions to build confidence and push their speed skills. U16 racers in particular logged impressive volume, completing 15 runs on the super-G track in addition to six downhill runs over the course of the camp.
The event also served as a valuable learning opportunity for Vernon Ski Club’s newly trained officials, who gained hands-on experience throughout the weekend.
BC Alpine extends a sincere thank you to all volunteers, coaches, and athletes, as well as the SilverStar Mountain Resort events team and grooming staff, for making the camp such a success. Feedback from parents and coaches highlighted the event as a season highlight for many participants.
Vernon Ski Club also thanks Kiss The Monkey Photography (see button below for event images) for capturing Sunday’s action, with Barry’s excellent photos available for free download.
Key officials included Race Chair Kim Shippam, Chief of Race Murray Smith, Race Administrator Tronni Earnshaw, Volunteer Coordinator Allison Goff, and VSC Program Director Rodger Poole.
