by Kathy Stahr | Feb 26, 2018 | Member News
That concludes the 40th edition of the BC Winter Games. Congratulations to all athletes and coaches, and a big thank you to the many volunteers who worked tirelessly to make the alpine ski races the best they could be!
Over the last 3 days we have seen some pretty amazing skiing, some awesome racing conditions at Sun Peaks Resort and some incredible organization from the Race Organizing Committee.
See you all again at the 2020 Games in Fort St.John!
Women's 1 run GS
1- Sara Stiel – Zone 5
2- Kaïla Lafrenière – Zone 5
3- Jamie Robinson – Zone 2
Men's 1 run GS
1- Liam Vanhooren – Zone 1
2- Sasha Gilbert – Zone 5
3- Markus Cordy-Simpson – Zone 5
by Kathy Stahr | Feb 26, 2018 | Member News
Congratulations to the 2018 Enquist Slalom Champions Ksenija Kaludjercic and Lukas Forssander! PHOTO CREDIT: Hans Forssander
Former Mount Seymour Ski Club member, Lukas Forssander (Whistler Mountain Ski Club) and Ksenija Kaludjercic (Grouse Mountain Tyee), were the individual recipients of the Enquist Slalom Trophies at this weekend’s alpine slalom races on Mt. Seymour.
The Enquist Slalom in its 82nd year of running was hosted by Mount Seymour Ski Club this weekend. The annual event featured competitors from ages 12-16 from ski clubs all across BC.
Excitement filled the air through the mini blizzards and blue bird moments of the Enquist race. Volunteers slipped away the fresh snow throughout the narrow pitches and bends of the “Unicorn” run, as the athletes prepared to ski for the coveted Enquist trophies. Hard work and sportsmanship were demonstrated throughout the two-day race.
On Saturday, the U14 Podiums included Emma Miao (Gold), Coral Anderson (Silver), Paula Damianova (Bronze) for the women, while Markus Fletcher (Gold), Noah Fischer (Silver), Avery Dennis (Bronze) stood on the men's podium. The U16 Podiums included, Makyla Slater (Gold), Holly Clarke (Silver), Hailey Nelson (Bronze) for the women, while Lukas Forrssander (Gold), Chase Burns (Silver), Nelson Fretenburg (Bronze) completed the podium for the men.
On Sunday, the U14 Podiums included, Coral Anderson (Gold), Emma Miao (Silver), Ries Holmes (Bronze) for the women, while Noah Fischer (Gold), Avery Dennis (Silver), Declan Ng (Bronze) gained the podium for the men. The U16 Podiums included, Hailey Nelson (Gold), Holly Clarke (Silver), Amanda Miller (Bronze) for the women, while Nelson Fretenburg (Gold), Lukas Forssander (Silver), Taylor Nellis (Bronze) completed the podium for the men.
Steven Hilts from the Vancouver Office of race series sponsor TECK presented awards at the post-race ceremonies, while Brett Tippie enthusiastically announced the winners in his signature style.
COMPLETE RESULTS HERE
Ksenija Kaludjercic (Grouse Tyee) Enquist SL Champ 2018 PHOTO CREDIT: Hans Forssander
Lukas Forssander (WMSC) Enquist SL Champion 2018 PHOTO CREDIT: Hans Forssander
by Kathy Stahr | Feb 23, 2018 | Member News
The first day of competition at the 2018 BC Winter Games at Sun Peaks was a huge success, as 121 young racers tackled the slalom course for a two-run combined time. Conditions on the hill were perfect and they didn't let the chilly temperatures slow them down!
Thank you to Sun Peaks Resort and all the hardworking volunteers and coaches for making things safe, fair and fun for everyone. Congratulations to all the competitors and good luck in Saturday's giant slalom! Follow all the action on LIVE TIMING and https://www.facebook.com/BCGamesSociety/
Here are some of the notable performances:
Women’s alpine slalom
Gold – Mila Plavsic, Vancouver
Silver – Kaila Lafreniere. Whistler
Bronze – Sara Stiel, Grouse Mountain
Men’s alpine slalom
Gold – Kaleb Barnum, Fernie
Silver – Jacob Hoskins, Prince George
Bronze – Dylan Stevens, North Vancouver
At the end of the first day, the Vancouver-Coastal Zone 5 has taken the lead, earning 11 medals so far at the Kamloops 2018 BC Winter Games.
The team, which includes athletes from Delta, the Village of Lions Bay, North Delta, North Vancouver, North Vancouver, Richmond, Tsawwassen, Vancouver, West Vancouver, has finished the day off with six golds, three silvers and two bronze.
Close behind, the Fraser River Zone 4 boasts eight medals and the Thompson-Okanagan Zone 2 has earned six.
by Kathy Stahr | Feb 23, 2018 | Member News
News Release from Sport BC – Congratulations to Vernon's Bruce Holliday!
VANCOUVER, BC (February 22, 2018) — Sport BC is pleased to announce the recipients of the prestigious Presidents’ Awards!. The Awards ceremony will take place in Vancouver on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.
The annual Presidents’ Awards, now in their 24th year, are presented to volunteers from Sport BC member and partner organizations who represent the spirit of volunteerism, and whose dedication, energy and commitment contribute to the development of their sport or organization in the province of British Columbia.
Bruce was a valuable member of the BC Alpine Board of Directors for 17 years, served as Officials Chair for a number of years, was named Volunteer of the Year by Alpine Canada in 2004 and awarded BC Alpine’s Long Term President’s Award in 2013. He has filled the role of Race Chair and Chief of Race at countless events over the years and continues to give to our sport as a Technical Delegate at ski races around the province.
We are so proud of you Bruce, and eternally grateful for all you have done and will do for ski racing in BC and Canada!
by Kathy Stahr | Feb 22, 2018 | Member News
The first day at the BC Winter Games is always exciting! Athletes are rolling in, getting accreditated and beginning their first experience at a major multi-sport event. The 2018 BC Games are extra special because they are happening at the same time as the Olympic Winter Games. This makes it feel that much more real for the competitors and coaches! Of course the scale is smaller, but so are the athletes…and the provincial games are where most of our olympic athletes got their start.
Elli Terwiel, Olympian and one of Canada's top former technical female athletes was on hand to inspire the next generation of young ski racers by sharing her experiences of rising to the top in her sport. Then came the thrill of the Opening Ceremonies with so much excitement and anticipation in the air!
Competition begins Friday – all athletes will be competing for slalom glory at Sun Peaks Resort. Follow all the action on LIVE TIMING!
