by Kathy Stahr | Oct 22, 2018 | Member News
If you plan to be part of a Race Organizing Committee this season we hope you will join us at the 2018 Officials Update. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
Here's what you can expect:
- to learn rule changes and technical updates from the recent FIS TD Update presented by BC Alpine's Officials Chair Mark Schwenck, with emphasis on anything impacting our provincial events;
- to learn best practices and procedures;
- to engage in open discussions regarding difficult situations and scenarios that have come up at events in the past season, and learn how they were resolved;
- to meet and network with other like-minded people running events like yours all around the province.
Accommodation is available at the Sandman Signature Downtown Kamloops for $115,- per night, double occupancy. Please Quote Group Confirmation # 161909
Sandman Downtown Kamloops Address: 225 Lorne Street, Kamloops, V2C 1W2
Hotel Reservations Email: reservations@sandman.ca
Hotel Reservations Telephone: 250-377-7263
Hotel Reservations Toll Free: 1-800-726-3626 (SANDMAN)
Meetings start Saturday November 3 @ 11:30am and end on Sunday November 4th at 1:00pm.
Location: TRU (Thompson Rivers University), Old Main Building Room OM1732
Social: Saturday evening at Carlos O'Bryans downtown Kamloops.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
by Kathy Stahr | Oct 17, 2018 | Member News
We couldn't be happier with the response we've had from all over the province to our Girls Fast Forward Camp!
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. If you have already paid and/or completed the online questionnaire you will be contacted by one of the coaches.
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****PLEASE CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THIS SHORT SURVEY BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS CAMP, THANK YOU!****
What: Awesome camp for girls led by exceptional female coaches!
Where: Sun Peaks Resort
When: Athletes arrive on Dec. 5th and depart on Dec. 9th (travel arrangements and costs are the athletes' responsibility)
Who: U16 Girls
How much: $250 (your payment is your registration – register and pay by October 19, 2018)
What you can expect:
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four days of top quality pre-season training (SL and GS)
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coaching from experienced women coaches: Britt Janyk Tilston (World Cup Winner and Olympian), Dani Robson, Montana Molyneux and Katie Findlay
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inspiration and knowledge from exciting guest speakers
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getting to know other girls from around the province
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FUN!
What's included:
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hotel, lift tickets, food, all training and coaching including dryland, video and guest speakers
What's not included:
What's next:
by Kathy Stahr | Oct 11, 2018 | Member News
On "International Day of the Girl" BC Alpine is excited to introduce "Girls Fast Forward"…our newest initiative to engage and support female athletes and coaches.
This is an amazing opportunity to benefit from quality training and coaching, and BC Alpine is pleased to be able to subsidize this special project!
****PLEASE CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THIS SHORT SURVEY BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS CAMP, THANK YOU!****
What: Awesome camp for girls led by exceptional female coaches!
Where: Sun Peaks Resort
When: Athletes arrive on Dec. 5th and depart on Dec. 9th (travel arrangements and costs are the athletes' responsibility)
Who: U16 Girls
How much: $250 (your payment is your registration – register and pay by October 19, 2018)
What you can expect:
-
four days of top quality pre-season training (SL and GS)
-
coaching from experienced women coaches: Britt Janyk Tilston (World Cup Winner and Olympian), Dani Robson, Montana Molyneux and Katie Findlay
-
inspiration and knowledge from exciting guest speakers
-
getting to know other girls from around the province
-
FUN!
What's included:
-
hotel, lift tickets, food, all training and coaching including dryland, video and guest speakers
What's not included:
What's next:
by Kathy Stahr | Oct 10, 2018 | Member News
BC Alpine staff, coaches, club executives and members gathered in Kelowna for 3 days of learning, collaboration and information sharing; we are ready for a new season!
“This year’s AGM and Member Summit in Kelowna broke the all-time record for attendance, and I know we all left feeling a little smarter, more curious and most importantly excited for the coming season”, said Anders Hestdalen, CEO of BC Alpine. “I want to thank everyone who attended and contributed to the weekend’s success.”
This year we brought coaches, officials, club executives and members from around the province together in one room to listen to special guest speaker Dr. Robert Reid, Director of Sport Science for the Norwegian Ski Federation.
Dr. Reid entertained and educated the audience over the course of three days by breaking down the physical and technical demands of alpine ski racing, demonstrating how the laws of physics set the foundation for turning technique and sharing the Norwegian approach to long-term athlete development. He revealed a little-known secret that much of the Norwegian model is borrowed from the Canadian LTAD and went on to explain how Norway has successfully approached some of the challenges around implementing the program. Dr. Reid wrapped up the weekend with a captivating discussion on “Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast”, how to turn culture into a competitive advantage.
BC Alpine VP Johnny Crichton shared the exciting new online LTAD website soon to be launced by Alpine Canada. Johnny has been instrumental in helping develop this inovative and interactive tool for parents, coaches, clubs and PSO's at all levels of alpine ski racing. Attendees also enjoyed three interesting mini “Ted Talks”. Mike Janyk, Grouse Tyee Program Director, gave some insight into his unique approach to mental training as demonstrated in his work with the BC Ski Team. Fernie U16 Coach Montana Molyneux talked about the challenges and rewards that come with being a woman who has chosen a career in ski coaching and rookie BC Ski Team member Marcus Athans shared what it was like to make the transition from club racer to provincial team athlete. BC Team Head Coach Nick Cooper gave an overview of the team’s summer training, plans and goals for the 18/19 season, and answered questions from the audience.
On Saturday CEO Anders Hestdalen presented a report on the previous year’s challenges and successes and summed up his first year at BC Alpine. The organization is in good shape and membership numbers reached the highest ever in the 2017/18 season. Over 6,000 registered members in BC means the clubs are doing a great job. Financially we are also doing well, but with Rio Tinto withdrawing its support of the the Nancy Greene Ski League, there is now an opportunity and a need for new sponsorship dollars to secure the future success of BC Alpine and youth ski racing in BC.
BC Alpine is close to formally rolling out our new Strategic Plan, the roadmap for 2018 through 2022. A draft of the plan was shared at the Kelowna meetings and the member clubs engaged in roundtable discussions about the measurable goals we have committed to delivering on over the next four year.
The official BC Alpine AGM business portion of the weekend moved quickly and without a hitch. We announced the retirement of Diana Haight-Arn and Phil Mittertreiner from the Board and thanked them for their years of service. We welcomed Patrick Kinghorn as the new Kootenay Zone Chair and elected Warren Schindler as new Vice President of Finance.
Officials Chair Mark Schwenck addressed the group noting Officials Updates are scheduled for November 3 – 4 in Kamloops.
Anders reviewed the Responsible Coaching Movement and emphasized that creating a healthy and safe sport environment benefits all participants, whether you’re a coach, administrator or parent.
The annual awards banquet and social on Saturday night was a great time for the over 90 people who came to celebrate with us.
“We are always excited when we can recognize and present Goldie awards to some of the most dedicated and hardworking volunteers, coaches and athletes in our province”, said Johnny Crichton, VP of BC Alpine. “And the Bohemian Café delivered as always!”
We thank you, our members, for all you do for our sport and we look forward to a great season ahead!
ALL SUMMIT/AGM DOCUMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS ARE AVAILABLE HERE
BC Alpine Board of Directors
· Hugh MacNaught, Chair – BC Alpine
· Doug Jevning, Coast Zone Chair
· Patrick Kinghorn, Kootenay Zone Chair
· Philippe Bernier, North Zone Chair
· Catherine Martin, Okanagan Zone Chair
· Mike Giannelli, Secretary/Treasurer
· Gordie Bowles, VP Athletics
· Warren Schindler, VP Finance
BC Alpine Officials Chairs
· Mark Schwenck, Officials Chair for BC Alpine
· Bob Walton, Officials Chair – Coast Zone
· Lloyd Steeves, Officials Chair – Kootenay Zone
· Jim Martin, Officials Chair – North Zone
· Graham Cope, Officials Chair – Okanagan Zone
by Kathy Stahr | Oct 1, 2018 | Member News
Hugh MacNaught congratulates Bruce Goldsmid, surprised recipient of the 2018 Long Term President's Award (PHOTO – Keven Dubinsky)
On Saturday, September 29, 2018, in conjunction with its Annual General Meeting & Member Summit in Kelowna, BC Alpine recognized some amazing individuals who went above and beyond last season to make sure ski racing in BC was the best it could be!
A huge thank you to the staff and chefs at Kelowna's Bohemian Cafe for hosting our biggest-ever group of about 95 guests! They outdid themselves again this year, the meal was outstanding and everyone had a great time.
Please join us in congratulating the following athletes, coaches, volunteers, officials, clubs and ski resorts! (AND CHECK OUT ALL THE PHOTOS HERE)
2018 Athlete Awards
Dave Murray Ski Foundation Bursary ($750)
Dylan Timm
Fernie Alpine Team
Dave Murray Ski Foundation Bursary ($750)
Charlotte Gibson
Prince George Ski Club
Bob Parsons’ Memorial Fund Bursary ($1,000)
Aaron Leaman
Okanagan Ski Team
Bob Parsons’ Memorial Fund Bursary ($1,000)
Freya Jumonville
Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Ski Canada Magazine Bursary ($1,000)
Heming Sola
Apex Ski Club
Cary Mullen Sportsmanship Award (Trophy)
Isabella Cross
Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Aaron Leaman, Okanagan Ski Team, Bob Parsons Bursary Recipient with Anders Hestdalen (PHOTO – Keven Dubinsky)
2018 Coach Awards
Learn/Train to Train Coach of the Year
Samantha Fournier
Sun Peaks Alpine Club
U16 Coach of the Year
Nat Cohen
Fernie Alpine Ski Team
FIS Coach of the Year
Conrad Pridy
Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Conrad Pridy, FIS Coach of the Year with Kathy Stahr (PHOTO – Keven Dubinsky)
Head Coach of the Year
Andrew Lambert
Vernon Ski Club
Team of the Year
Okanagan Ski Team
Hustler of the Year
Mike Janyk
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club
Lifetime Achievement Award
Wade Christie
Wade Christie is awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award for coaching – presented by Trevor Haaheim (PHOTO – Keven Dubinsky)
2018 Volunteer, Official and other awards
Coast Zone Volunteer/Official of the Year
Laura Harley
Whistler Mountain Ski Club
Kootenay Zone Volunteer/Official of the Year
Patrick Kinghorn
Red Mountain Racers
North Zone Volunteer/Official of the Year
Stuart Gairns
Prince George Ski Club
Okanagan Zone Volunteer/ Official of the Year
Paul Rauhala
Mt. Baldy Ski Club
Moira Jaatteenmaki Officials’ Award
Doug Hughes
Mt. Washington Ski Club
Volunteer of the Year
Lloyd Steeves and Donna Briggs
Kimberley Alpine Team
Lloyd Steeves and Donna Briggs, 2018 Volunteers of the Year (PHOTO – Keven Dubinsky)
Event of the Year
Canadian National Technical Championships
Red Mountain Racers
Red Mountain Resort
Mountain Resort of the Year
Kimberley Alpine Resort
Club Development of the Year
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club
Long Term President’s Award
Bruce Goldsmid
Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club takes home 2018 Club Development of the Year Award (PHOTO – Keven Dubinsky)
