The Teck Coast Zone U14 Kinder Series slalom at Cypress Mountain delivered a full spectrum of coastal racing conditions, challenging athletes to adapt, reset and perform across two very different race days on March 7-8th.
Saturday tested the field with classic West Coast weather, as dense fog and steady rain limited visibility and softened the snow surface. Athletes were forced to rely on rhythm, timing and course inspection to navigate the set, while the course crew worked continuously to maintain a safe and consistent racing surface. Despite the demanding conditions, racing proceeded smoothly, highlighting both the resilience of the athletes and the professionalism of the organizing team.
Sunday brought a complete turnaround, with bluebird skies and excellent visibility greeting racers. Overnight cooling firmed the snowpack, creating a supportive and predictable surface that allowed athletes to push harder and ski more aggressively. As temperatures rose through the afternoon, the track transitioned to spring conditions but remained stable, setting the stage for a strong finish to the weekend.
Across both days, Coast Zone athletes demonstrated strong adaptability and technical execution. Solid slalom fundamentals—tight line, quick transitions and disciplined skiing—translated into consistent performances and multiple top-10 results. The contrasting conditions provided valuable development opportunities, reinforcing key skills aligned with the Long-Term Athlete Development pathway supported by Alpine Canada.
Photos by Thomas Cheng
The event was delivered by a dedicated organizing committee and volunteer team, with Graham Cope serving as Technical Delegate and Kim Mohr as Chief of Race. They were supported by Perveen Biln (Start Referee), Sasan Salari (Finish Referee), Jaret Lang (Chief of Gates), Kaveh Afshari (Chief of Timing), Teresa Skelton (Chief of Manual Timing), Chris Parks (Chief of Course), Andrea Tegzes (Race Secretary), Raul Anguita (Program Director), Tanya Cornelia (Chief of Volunteers), Eric Roberts (Chief of Hospitality), and Helene Tremblay (Chief of SAM), whose collective efforts ensured a safe, fair and successful race weekend.
BC Alpine thanks the Cypress Ski Club for their incredible effort and dedication for this race series.
More professional photographer photos can be found here: Photos by Hank (official photos)