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Hello U12!
Race weekend is finally here! Please ensure you complete the participation agreement mentioned below. Please have a thorough read through below as there’s a lot to cover!
Registration for Janyk Cup & Skills Event
If you are attending this weekend you must register for+ both+ the Janyk Cup and Skills Event. It seems many parents missed the deadline. Blanca has reopened the link; it will close tomorrow at 5pm.
https://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Things of note:
Race Suits: No race suits for Saturday’s skills event. We will allow race suits for the Janyk Cup if you have them. With temperatures expected to drop this weekend I encourage kids to layer up with thermals. If the temperature drops to low, we may give kids the option to race with a layer on top of their speed suit for Sunday. We will have a clothing bag left at the finish line for extra layers after their race runs so, please have all kids bring an extra layer for Sunday. Kids do not need chin guards for either race days.
Janyk Cup: This will be 1 GS race with 2 runs. Both run times will be combined to make their final time. Awards will be on hill after the race finishes.
Participation Agreement for Janyk cup and skills event:
https://alpinepoints.ca/eventWaiver/4716/
Start Lists and Race Schedule: I will send out race schedules and start lists the evening before the events after our Team Captains Meetings on WhatsApp. Skills Event is planned to run from 9:30-13:45. Kids are allowed as many runs as they would like through the stations.
Start Area: We kindly ask that parents stay out of the start area during the event.
Tuning: Please wax with Cold Wax for the weekend unless forecast changes. I advise waxes with a range between -8 to -15. If you are using general / training wax (nano), that will also be adequate. There is a firm layer in the snow so please ensure skis are sharp. Coaches can then dull the tip and tails if the snow is too dry and gripey.
Video: Last weekends GS video is now uploaded and labeled on Sprongo.
Parents race run access: We invite you to enter the DMNTC (Ptarmigan) at the third entrance to Old Crow, NOT where the start and skate is NOR the speed trap. There will be a net closing this run to the public – but an opening with a sign designating “Race Training in Progress”. This is a closed run but there will be a skier’s path to access the DMNTC. Once on the course – please stay back of the race courses and be aware of your surroundings. If you are not a very confident blue skier – there is an excellent viewing area at the bottom of Ptarmigan that you can access from the green run – “It happens”. Please see attached pdf for Ptarmigan entrance point.
Label Gear!: Please label all gear. This includes skis, poles, backpack, gloves and ski clothing. It is very easy for clothing to be misplaced or go missing when kids strip down to race suits.
Sasquatch Cup Registration Link: This link will close tomorrow. https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Meeting Locations and Times
Friday, 27/01/2023 – Giant Slalom Training
Meeting: 09:00am Chicpea Hut
Equipment: Giant Slalom Ski’s
Finish: 14:00 Chicpea Hut
Saturday, 28/01/2023 – Skills Event
Meeting: 09:00am Garbo Hut
Equipment: Slalom Ski’s
Finish: 14:00 at Garbo (could be earlier, I will update on WhatsApp if needed)
Apres Social: 15:30 to 17:30 at WMSC Cabin. Parents and kids welcome
Sunday, 29/01/2023 –Janyk Cup Race – Giant Slalom
Meeting: 09:00am Garbo Hut
Equipment: Giant Slalom Ski’s
Finish: After race finishes
If any plans change last minute, I will update on WhatsApp
Extra Training Days(For Core Program)
Please see the link below for information and booking extra training days.
https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/181905
Key Dates and Events
Skills Event and Janyk Cup – Jan 28-29, Registration Extended, closing tomorrow at 5pm.
Skills Event Social- Jan 28 at WMSC, 15:30-17:30
Sasquatch Cup – Feb 04, https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Tyee Cup – Feb 24-25, Registration not yet open
Nancy Greene Skills Event- Mar 24-25, Registration not yet open
All registrations for races may be found on https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Team Video
We use Sprongo as part of our video review for kids. To Join Sprongo:
Go to www.sprongo.com
Create an account
Join: “whistler mountain ski club wmsc” Please only one account per family join as we have a limit on accounts with the team.
You will then find videos from during the season in playlists starting with U12. We have 1 playlist so far.
Marking your Attendance
Please mark your attendance on Team Pages for the following races if your child is planning on attending. These helps greatly in best preparing for upcoming events. Find events on the Team Pages U12 Calendar.
• Sasquatch Cup – February 4th
• Tyee Cup, Grouse – February 25th-26th
• Nancy Greene Festival – March 24th-25th
WhatsApp Groups
U12 Coach Updates WhatsApp Group
We will have a U12 Coach Updates WhatsApp group for this season. This group is for coaches to communicate to parents with updates and last-minute information. Only coaches will be able to message on this group. If you need a coach, direct message or call.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KC68nVVTKSjJ9xScajUcCn
U12 Parent WhatsApp Group
If you haven’t done so already, please click on the link below to join our U12 Parent Communication WhatsApp group. This group will be for U12 parents to communicate with one another. Coaches are not active on this group.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/FH5oEXfaQD0K1ldJETJoyn
Equipment Checklist
Please label all equipment and ensure bindings and boots are fitted correctly. If you are unsure on bindings let the coach know and we can check them on hill.
U12 Equipment Checklist
• Correct Ski’s, Boots and Poles
• Lift Pass
• Pack Lunch and lots of snacks!
• Hard eared helmet
• Backpack
• Back protection (recommended)
• Gloves (warm, dry, and possibly padded is a good option) Spare gloves are always a good idea
• Ski socks (extras on a cold day)
• Facemask
• Water bottle and/or thermos
• Snacks
• Warm thermal layers and face covering
• Warm, water resistant outerwear
• Inner layers like soft shell or puffy jacket
Thanks for reading!
Jack Evans
WMSC U12 & Masters – Lead Coach
Jack@wmsc.info
+1 (604) 203-4429
Hello U12!
Race weekend is finally here! Please ensure you complete the participation agreement mentioned below. Please have a thorough read through below as there’s a lot to cover!
Registration for Janyk Cup & Skills Event
If you are attending this weekend you must register for+ both+ the Janyk Cup and Skills Event. It seems many parents missed the deadline. Blanca has reopened the link; it will close tomorrow at 5pm.
https://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Things of note:
Race Suits: No race suits for Saturday’s skills event. We will allow race suits for the Janyk Cup if you have them. With temperatures expected to drop this weekend I encourage kids to layer up with thermals. If the temperature drops to low, we may give kids the option to race with a layer on top of their speed suit for Sunday. We will have a clothing bag left at the finish line for extra layers after their race runs so, please have all kids bring an extra layer for Sunday. Kids do not need chin guards for either race days.
Janyk Cup: This will be 1 GS race with 2 runs. Both run times will be combined to make their final time. Awards will be on hill after the race finishes.
Participation Agreement for Janyk cup and skills event:
https://alpinepoints.ca/eventWaiver/4716/
Start Lists and Race Schedule: I will send out race schedules and start lists the evening before the events after our Team Captains Meetings on WhatsApp. Skills Event is planned to run from 9:30-13:45. Kids are allowed as many runs as they would like through the stations.
Start Area: We kindly ask that parents stay out of the start area during the event.
Tuning: Please wax with Cold Wax for the weekend unless forecast changes. I advise waxes with a range between -8 to -15. If you are using general / training wax (nano), that will also be adequate. There is a firm layer in the snow so please ensure skis are sharp. Coaches can then dull the tip and tails if the snow is too dry and gripey.
Video: Last weekends GS video is now uploaded and labeled on Sprongo.
Parents race run access: We invite you to enter the DMNTC (Ptarmigan) at the third entrance to Old Crow, NOT where the start and skate is NOR the speed trap. There will be a net closing this run to the public – but an opening with a sign designating “Race Training in Progress”. This is a closed run but there will be a skier’s path to access the DMNTC. Once on the course – please stay back of the race courses and be aware of your surroundings. If you are not a very confident blue skier – there is an excellent viewing area at the bottom of Ptarmigan that you can access from the green run – “It happens”. Please see attached pdf for Ptarmigan entrance point.
Label Gear!: Please label all gear. This includes skis, poles, backpack, gloves and ski clothing. It is very easy for clothing to be misplaced or go missing when kids strip down to race suits.
Sasquatch Cup Registration Link: This link will close tomorrow. https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Meeting Locations and Times
Friday, 27/01/2023 – Giant Slalom Training
Meeting: 09:00am Chicpea Hut
Equipment: Giant Slalom Ski’s
Finish: 14:00 Chicpea Hut
Saturday, 28/01/2023 – Skills Event
Meeting: 09:00am Garbo Hut
Equipment: Slalom Ski’s
Finish: 14:00 at Garbo (could be earlier, I will update on WhatsApp if needed)
Apres Social: 15:30 to 17:30 at WMSC Cabin. Parents and kids welcome
Sunday, 29/01/2023 –Janyk Cup Race – Giant Slalom
Meeting: 09:00am Garbo Hut
Equipment: Giant Slalom Ski’s
Finish: After race finishes
If any plans change last minute, I will update on WhatsApp
Extra Training Days(For Core Program)
Please see the link below for information and booking extra training days.
https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/181905
Key Dates and Events
Skills Event and Janyk Cup – Jan 28-29, Registration Extended, closing tomorrow at 5pm.
Skills Event Social- Jan 28 at WMSC, 15:30-17:30
Sasquatch Cup – Feb 04, https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Tyee Cup – Feb 24-25, Registration not yet open
Nancy Greene Skills Event- Mar 24-25, Registration not yet open
All registrations for races may be found on https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Team Video
We use Sprongo as part of our video review for kids. To Join Sprongo:
Go to www.sprongo.com
Create an account
Join: “whistler mountain ski club wmsc” Please only one account per family join as we have a limit on accounts with the team.
You will then find videos from during the season in playlists starting with U12. We have 1 playlist so far.
Marking your Attendance
Please mark your attendance on Team Pages for the following races if your child is planning on attending. These helps greatly in best preparing for upcoming events. Find events on the Team Pages U12 Calendar.
• Sasquatch Cup – February 4th
• Tyee Cup, Grouse – February 25th-26th
• Nancy Greene Festival – March 24th-25th
WhatsApp Groups
U12 Coach Updates WhatsApp Group
We will have a U12 Coach Updates WhatsApp group for this season. This group is for coaches to communicate to parents with updates and last-minute information. Only coaches will be able to message on this group. If you need a coach, direct message or call.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/KC68nVVTKSjJ9xScajUcCn
U12 Parent WhatsApp Group
If you haven’t done so already, please click on the link below to join our U12 Parent Communication WhatsApp group. This group will be for U12 parents to communicate with one another. Coaches are not active on this group.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/FH5oEXfaQD0K1ldJETJoyn
Equipment Checklist
Please label all equipment and ensure bindings and boots are fitted correctly. If you are unsure on bindings let the coach know and we can check them on hill.
U12 Equipment Checklist
• Correct Ski’s, Boots and Poles
• Lift Pass
• Pack Lunch and lots of snacks!
• Hard eared helmet
• Backpack
• Back protection (recommended)
• Gloves (warm, dry, and possibly padded is a good option) Spare gloves are always a good idea
• Ski socks (extras on a cold day)
• Facemask
• Water bottle and/or thermos
• Snacks
• Warm thermal layers and face covering
• Warm, water resistant outerwear
• Inner layers like soft shell or puffy jacket
Thanks for reading!
Jack Evans
WMSC U12 & Masters – Lead Coach
Jack@wmsc.info
+1 (604) 203-4429
Hi Parents,
Please see the details below for next months Sasquatch Cup. We expect approximately 50%-60% of WMSC U12 kids to attend this event and will have home training for those of you not coming.
Sasquatch Cup – Saturday, February 4th
This race is a two, 1-run Kinder Kombi race per gender. Lift passes and bibs will be handed out the morning of the event and both of these costs are included in your registration fee. Kids should bring slalom skis to this race. Schedule for the event will most likely be sent out after the team captains meeting on February 3rd.
See the attached Trip Sheet for more details on pricing and the event.
You can register through the link below:
https://teampages.com/clubs/6388/pages/178018
Registration closes January 26th, 2023
Waiver (Must be completed prior to race day!)
Please fill in the Sasquatch Mountain Special Events waiver using the link below prior to the event. Once completed please scan and send to myself via email at jack@wmsc.info
https://alpinecalendar.ca/eventFiles/other/792/SMR-waiver.pdf
Volunteering
If you would like to volunteer you may do so using the BC Alpine website. Volunteers will get complimentary lift tickets and lunch.
Thanks Team!
Jack Evans
WMSC U12 & Masters – Lead Coach
Jack@wmsc.info
+1 (604) 203-4429
e-News January 21 | Whistler Cup Volunteer | Bursaries | Telus Winter Classic
Call out for Whistler Cup Volunteer Coordinator
The Whistler Cup welcomes over 400 U14 & U16 athletes from across the globe. To make this a success, we need you! As hosts of the event, the WMSC needs more than 400 volunteers to make the event a memorable success for all and we are looking for a Volunteer coordinator , do you want to know more? please contact us at info@wmwc.info, call us at 604-932-4644 or stop by the office .
It’s Nets Time Again – Friday, Jan 27 | Garbo Hut 9:30 am
We are hosting the U12 Nancy Greene Ski League Skills event and Janyk Cup next weekend and the safety nets need to be in place! Nets will also ensure the safety of the U14 Speed Camp the weekend after.
Net set up will take place Friday, January 27. Please meet at Garbo Hut at 9 a.m.
Please make every effort to attend. A large turnout will help get the job done quickly!
Nancy Greene-Nat Bosa Award | Application deadline Jan 31st
Nancy Greene – Nat Bosa Bursary: Nancy Greene played an instrumental role in starting the Blackcomb Ski and Snowboard Club (which merged into WMSC) and in supporting the Canadian junior skier development program. Nancy has continued to be a great supporter of ski racing in Canada over the years. Nat Bosa and his companies have provided the Whistler Mountain Ski Club and the Blackcomb Ski and Snowboard Club with financial assistance for the construction of both ski cabins and have continued to support WMSC and our athletes over the years.
To recognize the tremendous contributions of Nancy and Nat in support of ski racing in Whistler the Whistler Mountain Ski Club created the Nancy Greene/Nat Bosa Bursary. These funds are intended to contribute towards coaching fees, travel expenses, equipment costs and other expenses related to the development of our ski racers. To qualify an athlete must be active in a Club program (U18/U21, U16, U14, U12), BC Team or National Team. The Board of Directors has appointed a committee to administer the Bursary and athletes should submit their requests, in confidence, to the committee by the end of January.
Awards are announced in February and funds applied to the recipient’s racer account. Award criteria include perceived financial need, program costs, the athlete’s character and skill level, and parental volunteerism.
Apply to bursaries@wmsc.info. The deadline is Tuesday, January 31st.
30th Telus Winter Classic |March 3-4 | Buy a Ticket or Register a Team
The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation Telus Winter Classic is celebrating their 30th anniversary; and it is time to put a team together of buy tickets.
The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation are an incredible organization who support most good causes throughout the Sea to Sky corridor and they are incredibly important to the Whistler Mountain Ski Club and our community.
Not only did they donate $250,000 towards the construction of the Dave Murray National Training Centre which provides us with a world class racing and training venue, but they also donated to our new Timing Hut.
The Whistler Blackcomb Foundation have also pledged $300,000 as the Legacy partner in the construction of housing that we will be able to rent to our coaches.
The Telus Winter Classic is the Foundation’s primary fundraiser, and it also happens to be a great couple of days! Therefore, I would like to encourage anyone who would like to enter a team or buy a ticket to the Winetastic event at the Fairmont, or the Gala event at the Whistler Conference Centre.
Many thanks for your support of the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation and the great causes that they support in return.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A TEAM
CLICK HERE FOR FULL EVENT BROCHURE
2023/24 Team Uniform Order
Hello Parents,
It is time to order the 2023-2024 WMSC Team Uniforms The team uniform consists of the outer Springbok jacket and Falcon full zipper pants; and we are please to offer an assortment of optional items for your convenience at great prices.
Deadline to order your uniforms in Saturday, January 28th at 3pm.
Uniforms are pre-ordered now to receive them at the beginning of December 2024. Payments will be taken at pickup.
Follow these links to pre-order your items
Pre-Order HH Team Uniforms | JUNIOR
