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What do the experts say? Integrating Canada’s high performance sport and education.

As we continue to examine ways to build the “Gold Medal Pathway” for athletes in Canada, the question has been raised about working with the Canadian Inter-university system (CIS) and sport schools or academies. Two studies have been undertaken fairly … Continue reading

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Perspectives: Debate makes our sport stronger

“Debate, is positive. Every opinion has merit. It demonstrates people care.” I sense a new perspective has emerged in the sport:education dialogue, which is a very positive development for alpine ski racing. Skiing History recently published an interview with Bob … Continue reading

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Follow-up: The Sport and Education Pathway.

My post of August 4th resulted in feedback that prompted further reflection. It appears I was not clear about who finances an action plan for sport and education. As the purpose of my posts are to prompt discussion and reflection, … Continue reading

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Train. With Purpose.

Training with a World Champion is an incredible opportunity. To train with his team even better. A chance to watch, learn and improve. Deep down, we know what the fundamentals are to be successful in ski racing. At the core, … Continue reading

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New Directions, New Attitude, New Program

Striking out on your own, outside a National Team, can be a daunting prospect in ski racing. The cocoon of support for elite athletes, from access to Training Centres, management of programs, coaching and tech support to physios and strength … Continue reading

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The Art Of Training

The sheen of ice promised the potential of a reasonable day of training. It could have been a small reward after the tedious ascent up to the Plateau Rosa, high above Zermatt. Winds had doubled the usual 45 minute ride. … Continue reading

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A New Season ….

“Always work hard on something uncomfortably exciting.” Google co-founder Larry Page The summer solstice has passed. Slowly, for the time being, each day gets a little shorter as the march towards the best season of the year begins. It’s time … Continue reading

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Gold Medal Pathway: A call for a National Discussion in Canada about NCAA and University Ski Racing

It’s an impressive record. This past winter, Canadian alpine ski racers made history: becoming the first NCAA alpine ski racers to win a World Championship medal (silver in the Nations Team Event) while registered full-time at school. This was the … Continue reading

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Where, oh where, has the corporate memory gone?

A recent media release boldly announced a current member of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team as “the most decorated Canadian Alpine ski racer of all-time”. There’s no question this athlete is very successful with great accomplishments and a respected leader … Continue reading

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Reflections: Hafjell2015 Alpine Ski World Junior Championship

As competition wrapped up on the sun-bathed slopes of Hafjell, the athletes and coaches of Team Norway celebrated by hoisting the Marc Hodler Trophy which recognizes the most successful team at the Junior Championships. It was an exclamation point for … Continue reading

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