Due to the closure of Whistler Blackcomb Mountain, we are cancelling the EL and Plan a Practice course.

All fees will be refunded and the course will be rescheduled for a later date.

By now you all have seen the news regarding WB closing until April 19th. We are in touch with the Mountain to determine what programming may be possible post April 19th. There is no doubt that WB will need some time to formulate their plans going forward. Once we are made aware of the plan we will communicate back to the membership.

Regards,

Bob

p>. March 25, 2021

​Dear WMSC Members, Athletes, Alumni, Coaches and Staff:

Mike Janyk Appointed Executive Director

The Board of Directors of Whistler Mountain Ski Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Janyk to succeed Bob Armstrong as the club’s Executive Director effective May 15th, 2021.

​Mike is well known in the Whistler, BC, Canadian and International ski racing community. Mike is a three-time Olympian and spent nine years racing on the World Cup circuit as a member of the Canadian Alpine Ski Team.

​For the past 5 years, Mike has been Program Director of the Grouse Mountain Tyee Ski Club where he successfully managed the ski racing program for over 300 U8 to FIS athletes with a staff of over 50 coaches. During this time Mike has also worked as a performance coach with the BC Alpine Ski Team.

Prior to running the Tyee program, Mike was a co-founder of the Mike and Manny Foundation, which provided an annual four day ski camp with all expenses covered for 10-15 young ski racers from across Canada. From 2011 to 2015, he was also a member of the FIS Athlete Commission which represented and advocated for the athletes within the international FIS organization.

​The WMSC Board was quite excited when the opportunity presented itself to have Mike take on the Executive Director role at WMSC. Mike’s World Cup experience speaks for itself, however, it is Mike’s five years as Tyee’s Program Director, proving his ability to manage a ski racing development program to the highest standards that makes Mike the perfect candidate for this role at WMSC. Taking on the Executive Director role at WMSC is a natural progression for Mike and it positions the Club with a leader who can take the Club to the next level in the decade ahead. Particularly as we come out of the challenging global pandemic period, it’s exciting to look forward with renewed excitement to next season.

​Contemplating his return to WMSC, Mike said “When I retired from my racing career, I spent time reflecting on the power of sport and the potential of using a well-being centered approach. Tyee was such a great opportunity to practice these theories, routinely using reflection, recognition and sharing to improve how we coach, what we coach and why we coach. As a kid coming through the WMSC, I was given an outlet, framework and sense of community which had an overwhelming positive effect on me. Now being in a position to return these gifts, feels humbling, exciting and one to take with care. It feels pretty cool to come home.”

Lastly, on behalf of the Board of Directors and everyone at WMSC, we would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Bob Armstrong for his leadership and guidance as Executive Director over this very difficult past year. The challenges the Club faced this past year were unprecedented and Bob has guided the Club with his wisdom, hard work and his unique warmth and humour, in what has been a very difficult period in all of our lives. This is the second time Bob has stepped in as Executive Director and Bob wants everyone to know he is not going anywhere; he will be happily going back to his role as sponsorship manager and coach. We encourage all members and athletes to take a moment to thank Bob personally for all his efforts and commitment to the Club over the years.

​Please join me in welcoming Mike Janyk as the new Executive Director of Whistler Mountain Ski Club!

On Behalf of the Board
WHISTLER MOUNTAIN SKI CLUB

Robert Toole
Chair

Monday, March 22nd – Training Day

We have extended the registration until Saturday at midnight. Please make sure to sign up if you are attending so coaches can staff accordingly. Athletes not on the registration list will be sent back

Extra Training Days | U12 | U14 |U16 |U21

ACA Entry Level Course | Wed, March 31 -April 2 | Limited capacity 12

If you are interested in taking the ACA Entry Level Course and /or the NCCP Plan a Practice module, use the links below to register. The courses are open to any WMSC coaches who require the EL course and have continued interest in coaching with WMSC next season and all U21 level athletes. The registration will be capped at 12 participants. You must register for each component separately .

Link for the On Snow registration: Registration for BC Alpine – Entry Level Course – On Snow (Whistler April 1-2) | SnowReg

Link for the PAP: Registration for BC Alpine – Entry Level Course – Plan a Practice (Online Mar 31, April 1) | SnowReg

Read more here for the zoom invite and more details…

Rob Boyd Bursary | Nominations deadline Wednesday, March 31st

The ‘Rob Boyd Bursary’ is awarded annually, to the next seasons U18 athletes, making current 2nd year U16’s eligible for the award as well.

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Now in it’s 3rd year, Rob has generously increased the bursary to $3000. Split between 3 deserving athletes, the bursary will be credited to their WMSC account. In time, as the fund grows, additional bursaries may be awarded.

Candidates should embody the ‘WMSC Teamship Values’ and include (but not limited to):

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Passion for the sport – ski racing as well as knowledge/skills/desire to ski all aspects of the mountains.
Sportsmanship – showing positive attitude, assisting fellow athletes and appreciation for officials/volunteers (on or off the slopes).
Be a role model/mentor/ambassador for the sport (yet perhaps have a bit of a wild side?!?).
Work ethic – arrive early, stay late (to take one or two more runs – off piste?), show a willingness to assist coaches, collect/transport training equipment and gear when necessary
Show potential and desire to be successful in racing, and when appropriate, give back to the sport.
Nominations should be submitted by teammates or coaches directly to the WMSC Bursaries Committee at bursaries@wmsc.info explaining why the individual should be considered for this award. Submissions should be in letter form and include anecdotes or examples that exemplify the individuals’ character and/or actions deserving of recognition and support

Dave Murray and Jordan Schick Bursaries | Nominations deadline Wednesday, March 31st

All 2nd year U16 to U21 Athletes who are enrolling to 2021-2022 WMSC season are eligible to receive any of the WMSC Bursaries. These are financial awards which can be applied to further your participation in pre-season camps and races. Rob Boyd, Dave Murray and Jordan Schick set an example in the Ski Racing community and it is in this spirit that we are pleased to honor them with these bursaries.

The purpose of the WMSC bursaries is to support, promote, encourage and sponsor WMSC Teamship Values, sportmanship, leadership and passion for ski racing. These bursaries recognize U16 to U21 athletes who exemplify these qualities.

Dave Murray Bursary – Dave Murray is well known as one of the Crazy Canucks! He ski raced in the same hills as our athletes race today. He left us a legacy: The Dave Murray Bursary of $750 and plaque or trophy awarded to one racer, either gender.

Nominations will be made by coaches for 2nd year U16 athletes moving to U18, U18 or U21 racers with financial need, committed to the the sport; that shows athletic ability and potential to rise in alpine ski racing.

Jordan Schick Bursary of $750 and plaque will be awarded to one racer, either gender

The family of Jordan Schick awards this bursary to a racer at WMSC in Jordan’s memory. Jordan lost his life in a car accident while he was a WMSC racer.

Nominations will be made by Coaches and the bursary will be awarded to one racer in the 2nd year U16 moving to U18, U18 or U21 program

For specific details and criteria, please visit WMSC Awards and Bursaries

World Cup Corner by Roman Torn

This week marked the last races before the World Cup Finals and for some, the last chance for points to extend their season. Only the top 25 in the world rankings in their respective disciplines get to attend next week’s World Cup Final races in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.

This weekend World Cup racers were treated to a wide range of weather, snow conditions, as well as an evening event under the lights.

Women had two slaloms in Are, Sweden. Two races less than 12 hours apart in softer conditions, tested racers abilities. Who could ski the fastest in the ruts.

Day 1 Run #1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25l-YQ_WsDA

Run #2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiBrsQ3sfMo

A good race with no surprises at the top of the podium.

Good day for Canadians Laurence St Germain Ali Nullmeyer coming in 11th and 12th .

https://www.facebook.com/106124326562/videos/297999705077291

https://www.facebook.com/106124326562/videos/886073035558920

Day 2 Run #1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpZR6b1vObg

Run #2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmrvNvXkB1I

Some good drama the second day! Big mistake first run by #1 ranked Vhlova made her barely qualify for second run and potentially lose the Slalom overall title. Vhlova’s great second run partly redeemed her error but will make it interesting going into the last race with the title still up for grabs, 37 points separating her and Shiffrin. Another strong day for Canadians Laurence St Germain and Ali Nullmeyer coming in 11th and 16th .

The Men had a GS and Slalom in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia. One race under sunny skies, the other not so much.

GS Run #1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQjqk7_07g0

GS Run #2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkUW25wgetE

Another winning 2nd run, again crushing the field to take the top of the podium and make the overall title race very interesting. Have to watch to see who it is!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLFKfdqIcWc

Good day for Canadians Erik Reid and Trevor Philp coming in 16th and 19th .

https://www.facebook.com/106124326562/videos/462951494827280

Coming 7th was all he needed. Austrian, Marco Schwartz take the Slalom overall title.

Slalom Winning Run! They do run World Cups in snow storms.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mA9HpdVXaw

2nd place

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MprXCD-Z97w

3rd Place

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIRV7_KTmJo

Extra Training Days | Available Thursdays-Saturday | Registration Opens on Sunday late afternoon and Closes Tuesdays at midnight
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Extra training days are available as below and are subject to availability. Pricing U12-U14 $75/day and U16-U21 $80/day.

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❖ U12 Sunday Athletes can sign up for Fridays and/or Saturdays

❖ U12 Core Athletes can sign up for Fridays

❖ U14-U21 Core Athletes can sign up for Thursdays and/or Fridays

❖ U14-U21 Core Plus Athletes can sign up for Thursdays

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SIGN UP U12 | U14 | U16 | U21

A few dates for your calendar!

Remember, daylight saving time changes this Sunday, March 14

Rob Boyd Bursary | Nominations deadline Wednesday, March 31st

The ‘Rob Boyd Bursary’ is awarded annually, to the next seasons U18 athletes, making current 2nd year U16’s eligible for the award as well.

​

Now in it’s 3rd year, Rob has generously increased the bursary to $3000. Split between 3 deserving athletes, the bursary will be credited to their WMSC account. In time, as the fund grows, additional bursaries may be awarded.

Candidates should embody the ‘WMSC Teamship Values’ and include (but not limited to):

​

Passion for the sport – ski racing as well as knowledge/skills/desire to ski all aspects of the mountains.
Sportsmanship – showing positive attitude, assisting fellow athletes and appreciation for officials/volunteers (on or off the slopes).
Be a role model/mentor/ambassador for the sport (yet perhaps have a bit of a wild side?!?).
Work ethic – arrive early, stay late (to take one or two more runs – off piste?), show a willingness to assist coaches, collect/transport training equipment and gear when necessary
Show potential and desire to be successful in racing, and when appropriate, give back to the sport.
Nominations should be submitted by teammates or coaches directly to the WMSC Bursaries Committee at bursaries@wmsc.info explaining why the individual should be considered for this award. Submissions should be in letter form and include anecdotes or examples that exemplify the individuals’ character and/or actions deserving of recognition and support.

Dave Murray and Jordan Schick Bursaries | Nominations deadline Wednesday, March 31st

All 2nd year U16 to U21 Athletes who are enrolling to 2021-2022 WMSC season are eligible to receive any of the WMSC Bursaries. These are financial awards which can be applied to further your participation in pre-season camps and races. Rob Boyd, Dave Murray and Jordan Schick set an example in the Ski Racing community and it is in this spirit that we are pleased to honor them with these bursaries.

The purpose of the WMSC bursaries is to support, promote, encourage and sponsor WMSC Teamship Values, sportmanship, leadership and passion for ski racing. These bursaries recognize U16 to U21 athletes who exemplify these qualities.

Dave Murray Bursary – Dave Murray is well known as one of the Crazy Canucks! He ski raced in the same hills as our athletes race today. He left us a legacy: The Dave Murray Bursary of $750 and plaque or trophy awarded to one racer, either gender.

Nominations will be made by coaches for 2nd year U16 athletes moving to U18, U18 or U21 racers with financial need, committed to the the sport; that shows athletic ability and potential to rise in alpine ski racing.

Jordan Schick Bursary of $750 and plaque will be awarded to one racer, either gender

The family of Jordan Schick awards this bursary to a racer at WMSC in Jordan’s memory. Jordan lost his life in a car accident while he was a WMSC racer.

Nominations will be made by Coaches and the bursary will be awarded to one racer in the 2nd year U16 moving to U18, U18 or* U21* program

For specific details and criteria, please visit WMSC Awards and Bursaries

World Cup Corner by Roman Torn

This weekend the women slowed it down, skiing slalom and GS in Slovakia while the men put on the long skis after a couple weeks off in Saalbach, Austria.

Women’s SL Jansa, Slovakia

Home country hero Petra Vlhova does a great job skiing at home but just misses the top of the podium. Shiffrin skis a very fast 2nd run bottom section from the last flush down to the finish and captures “another” well-deserved Slalom win. Her 45th!

1st Run

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1869612612000

2nd Run

Great skiing.

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1869656131579

Canadian Laurence ST-GERMAIN with a good race finishing 10th

Ali Nullmeyer 22nd

Erin Mielzynski 24th

Women’s GS , Jansa Slovakia

2nd Run

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcdBqcJGy8o

After just missing out in the Slalom, Vlhova pulls out a great win at home in the GS!

Alice Robinson had a crushing second run, coming from behind and placing 2nd. Watch it at 33:19.

Canadian Cassidy Gray 27th

Men’s Downhill Saalbach Austria

There was supposed to be two Downhills but the first race on Friday was stopped after nine racers due to thick fog and heavy snowfall. Bummer for Dominic Paris who was leading at the time. Second race went off with good weather although softer conditions than we have seen in the past couple speed races.

Can you spot where Fuez lost .71 hundreds and the race in the first turn? Look carefully at how much he belly’s out the first left hander and the extra distance he travels compared to Kriechmayr. Was that it?

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1869641283895

Top Canadian Jeffery Reid 23rd

WMSC Alumni

Brodie Seger 26th

Broderick Thompson 40th

James Crawford 43rd

Men’s Super G Saalbach Austria

Dominating Winning run: If you want to win a World Cup, this is how you do it. Get use to seeing this name at the top of the leader board for years to come.

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1869945923810

Top Canadian Jeffery Reid 19th

Broderick Thompson 24th

Sorry I could not find coverage of the entire SGS race. If anyone has sources of other race video streams, please pass them onto me.

Mackenzie Top Peak Contest | $50,000 grant

“Mackenzie Investments is searching for Canada’s Top Peak – the one ski club that is a little bit more invested in the people, the place and the sport you love.”
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The winner of this contest will be granted a prize of $50,000, to be invested back into their community. This is an opportunity for us to highlight our amazing and inspiring WMSC program. Creating awareness and participation through social media, as well as joining our Top Peak Team, Whistler Mountain Ski Club will earn us points, inching us towards the Mackenzie Investments reward.
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We encourage athletes, coaches, parents and volunteers to use the hashtag Top Peak WMSC (#TopPeakWMSC) and Mackenzie Top Peak Contest (#MackenzieTopPeakContest) when posting on social media.

Don’t forget to register for our team here. Happy posting!

Extra Training Days | Available Thursdays-Saturday | Registration Opens on Sunday late afternoon and Closes Tuesdays at midnight
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Extra training days are available as below and are subject to availability. Pricing U12-U14 $75/day and U16-U21 $80/day.

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❖ U12 Sunday Athletes can sign up for Fridays and/or Saturdays

❖ U12 Core Athletes can sign up for Fridays

❖ U14-U21 Core Athletes can sign up for Thursdays and/or Fridays

❖ U14-U21 Core Plus Athletes can sign up for Thursdays

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SIGN UP U12 | U14 | U16 | U21