U12 Program

Spring Break Training | March 14-25

During the spring break we will continue with our regular schedule of training: Thursdays-Sundays.
We will not be adding extra days.
If you are not already signed up in an extended program you can sign up for extra days NOW!
See links below

WMSC Racers are busy putting their training to the test.

U12 Racers put in a strong showing last weekend at the Grouse Tyee Cup. WMSC took 7 of the top 15 spots in the women’s SL and 4 of the top 15 spots in the Men’s SL.

The U14 racers are at the Teck Zone race at Cypress this weekend racing Slalom Saturday and GS Sunday. Stay tuned for a race update and results

At the Teck Open Rd 2 in Sun Peaks our very own Lola Gilbert and Thomas Legg WON the Super G.
There are still the GS and Slalom events to come for these U16 racers.

Between March 3-8, on home soil our FIS athletes are competing at the BC Cup Speed Series at the 42nd annual Parson’s Memorial Cup that includes a Downhill and a Super G.

Check out the results at
https://www.live-timing.com/

Two WMSC Alum win BIG!

Molly Jepsen Wins Gold in Beijing

https://alpinecanada.org/news/canadas-jepsen-golden-marcoux-charges-to-silver-in-first-day-of-paralympic

Alpine Canada | News | CANADA’S JEPSEN GOLDEN, MARCOUX CHARGES TO SILVER IN FIRST DAY OF PARALYMPIC ACTION
March 4, 2022 (Yanqing Alpine Centre, CHN) — Canada’s Mollie Jepsen (West Vancouver, BC) just can’t be stopped. After nine starts and a subsequent nine World Cup/World Championship medals to her name this year, the 22-year-old can also officially add Paralympic Downhill Champion to her impressive resume.

Cameron Alexander Wins World Cup Downhill in Norway

https://alpinecanada.org/news/canadian-alexander-claims-his-first-world-cup-podium-with-win-in-norway

Alpine Canada | News | CANADIAN ALEXANDER CLAIMS HIS FIRST WORLD CUP PODIUM WITH WIN IN NORWAY
March 4, 2022 (Kvitfjell, NOR) — In only his third start of the World Cup season after sitting out several races rehabilitating an injury, Cam Alexander (North Vancouver, B.C.) silenced any doubts, landing on the podium in a tie for first place with Niels Hintermann (SUI). Both men laid down a blistering time of 1:44.42.

Cam Alexander not only won blitzed the field at the World Cup in Norway by taking home his first World Cup victory, but he also lead 3 BC athletes into the top 30!

Cam Alexander 1st
James Crawford 13th
Brodie Seger 25th

NEW Partnership.

WMSC is pleased to announce a new partnership with “supportive apparel” provider Stoko . Stoko is re-inventing knee support systems and they wish to partner with our athletes and membership. Stoko will provide both a discount to our membership and a contribution to WMSC with each transaction.

To quote their website; “Stoko calls its product supportive apparel and it is getting everyone back to doing what they love. Customizable and anatomically correct, you get all the support of a traditional knee brace within the comfort of a compression tight. Our products are engineered to help you come back from your knee injury sooner, protect a chronic knee injury from getting worse and minimize your chance of getting injured in the first place.” Visit their website for more product details, www.Stokodesign.com

WMSC Membership and Alumni enter “WMSC2022” for the partnership deal.

Covid-19 Policy Update

Please note that :

• Whistler Blackcomb has not changed their policy. Masks are still required to enter any facility and vaccine passports are required for restaurants.

• * Proof Vaccination and masks are still required to enter the Whistler Mountain Ski Club Cabin and to participate in any indoor activities.*

BC Alpine has updated their COVID-19 vaccine policy for the 2021/22 season and it is effective immediately: Proof of vaccination is no longer required to compete in BC Alpine sanctioned events below FIS levels, unless it is a requirement from the host mountain. Please read the full updated policy here. https://bcalpine.com/files/Policy_Files/?f=BC_Alpine_COVID-19_Mandatory_Vaccine_Policy_for_Competition_Season_2021-22_update.docx

Our Lead Coaches are contacting all the race hosts of the upcoming events to find out what are the host mountain requirements and we will get this information as soon as possible to all of you that this change impacts directly.

Extra Days | March Open for Registration

Extra Training Days will be available for purchase from December 2, 2021 to April 24, 2022.

Registration opens every Sunday evening and closes every Tuesdays at midnight.

Costs: U12 and U14 $75/day | U16 and FIS $80/day. For specific details visit our website www.wmsc.info | Programs |select your page (U12 to FIS) | Extra Days

U12 Extra Training Dayshttps://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6388/pages/181905
U14 Extra Training Dayshttps://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6395/pages/181906
U16 Extra Training Dayshttps://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6396/pages/181907
FIS Extra Training Days | Contact your coaches

BC Alpine has updated their COVID-19 vaccine policy for the 2021/22 season and it is effective immediately: Proof of vaccination is no longer required to compete in BC Alpine sanctioned events below FIS levels, unless it is a requirement from the host mountain. Please read the full updated policy here. https://bcalpine.com/files/Policy_Files/?f=BC_Alpine_COVID-19_Mandatory_Vaccine_Policy_for_Competition_Season_2021-22_update.docx

Our Lead Coaches are contacting all the race hosts of the upcoming events to find out what are the host mountain requirements and we will get this information as soon as possible to all of you that this change impacts directly.

Volunteers needed for FIS BC CUP SG and Parsons Memorial Downhill Race | March 3-8
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Calling all speed enthusiasts to help out with the upcoming FIS Speed races (March 3-8). WMSC is the host for this historic race series, named after the late Bob Parsons (our own Jim Parsons and Chris Leighton’s father), ski racer, original race worker and lover of speed. Bob had a vision that BC ski racers needed to learn how to ski speed in a safe and controlled environment.
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As hosts of this race series, we all need to contribute – especially FIS parents. There are plenty of opportunities both on-hill and off. Email volunteers@wmsc.info. All volunteers need to be double vaccinated. Lunches are provided for full day volunteers.

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This is a long race series that includes week days and weekends. Weekday volunteers are especially appreciated. Experience with speed race is essential for course workers and slip crews.

Email volunteers@wmsc.info

Shout out to WMSC alumni Nathan and Tait!

The 2022 Canadian FIS Alpine Junior World Ski Championships men’s roster includes:

Etienne Mazellier (20) – Club de Ski Stoneham, QC
Gerrit Van Soest (20) – Okanagan Ski Team/Vernon Ski Club, B.C.
Logan Dunn (21) – Nakiska Alpine Ski Association, AB
Nathan Romanin (20) – Whistler Mountain Ski Club, B.C.
Raphael Lessard (20) – Bromont Ski Club, QC
Tait Jordan (19) – Whistler Mountain Ski Club, B.C.
WMSC alumni Mollie Jepsen on her way to second Paralympic Winter Games

“It’s an honour to be named to the team for my second Games,” said Jepsen. “I’m more nervous this time than last, as I’m more familiar with the experience, but I look to leverage that as I know what it takes to be successful. My goal is to go out there and leave everything on the hill, and use my experience to strive for the podium. If we all (the entire team) ski the way we know we can ski, then we will find success.” Read full story here

Extra Days | March open for registration

Extra Training Days will be available for purchase from December 2, 2021 to April 24, 2022.

Registration opens every Sunday evening and closes every Tuesdays at midnight.

Costs: U12 and U14 $75/day | U16 and FIS $80/day. For specific details visit our website www.wmsc.info | Programs |select your page (U12 to FIS) | Extra Days

U12 Extra Training Dayshttps://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6388/pages/181905
U14 Extra Training Dayshttps://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6395/pages/181906
U16 Extra Training Dayshttps://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6396/pages/181907
FIS Extra Training Days | Contact your coaches

Hello U12!

We have 32 WMSC kids racing this weekend! I have attached the race day schedule with more detailed times for the day. Kids should bring pack lunches, plenty of snacks, water bottle and waterproof clothing for the snow/rain forecasted. If you are not coming up the mountain we can ensure your child meets you back at the car park at the end of the day.

Things of note:
• Tyee Cup Feb 26-27 – If you have not done so already, please let me know if you do not need a Grouse Mountain Lift Pass for the Tyee Cup and I will ensure you are reimbursed. If you would like to volunteer for this event please contact race.volunteer@grousetyee.com
Tyee Cup Waiver – All participants MUST fill out the COVID-19 Participation Agreement on February 24th or 25th, available online available online at https://alpinepoints.ca/eventWaiver/4069/. Do not complete the form earlier than the 24th. Anyone under the age of 18 MUST have their legal guardian execute the waiver.
• Sasquatch Cup New Date – The new date is March 12th. This will be a two, one run Kombi races. I will be sending the registration for this next week. We will have training back in Whistler for those unable to attend.
• Big White Ski Cross – March 18-20.* Registration Deadline – Wednesday, March 3rd*
Big White Registration Link:
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/WhistlerMountainSkiClub?season=3006244&session=54898236
• WhatApp- Please direct message me if you need me as messages get lost on the group chat.
• Sprongo- Video has been uploaded form last Sunday’s Slalom training session.
• Gymnastics – Two Gymnastics Sessions left for March 5th and April 9th.
Reg Link: https://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6388/pages/185979

Meeting Locations and Times
Friday, 25/02/2022 – SL
Location: Chic Pea Restaurant
Time: 09:00am
Equipment: Slalom Ski’s & protective gear
Finish: 14:00 Chic Pea Restaurant

Tyee Cup – Grouse Mountain
Saturday, 26/02/2022 – 1 run GS & 1 run Kombi course
Location: Outside Starbucks by the base of Sky Ride Cable Car
Time: 07:15am
Equipment: GS Ski’s
Finish & Awards: 14:30 Outside Tyee Cabin (Located by the top of Sky Ride Cable Car)

Sunday, 27/02/2022 – 1 run Stubbie Slalom & 1 run SL Tall Gates
Location: Outside Starbucks by the base of Sky Ride Cable Car
Time: 07:15am
Equipment: Slalom Ski’s & protective gear if you have
Finish & Awards: 14:30 Outside Tyee Cabin (Located by the* top* of Sky Ride Cable Car)
If any plans change last minute, I will update on WhatsApp

Calendar
Please use the Team Pages Calendar to check our schedule if you are unsure. Exact times and meeting locations are specified on our team calendar on the week of the event.
https://teampages.com/teams/862755-U12-Program-skiing-team-website/events

Extra Training Days(For Core and Sunday Programs)
Please see the link below for information regarding extra training days.
https://www.wmsc.info/clubs/6388/pages/181905

Thanks everyone!
Jack Evans
WMSC U12 – Lead Coach
Jack@wmsc.info
+1 (604) 203-4429

Hey U12 Team,

Yes we have a Ski Cross Race!! Ski Cross coach Drew Hetherington will be spearheading the trip. If we have enough U12 kids going we will also be sending U12 coaches on the trip.

Big White Ski Cross! March 18-20
Big White Ski Cross is a great event for kids to try out some ski cross racing for the first time. Please note that we will hold training back in Whistler if you can not make the event.

Event Schedule
Friday 18th – Mandatory training day for kids to practice and learn the ski cross course (course is expected to be U12 friendly!)
Saturday 19th – Qualifications and Race
Sunday 20th – Qualifications and Race

If you wish to participate for the event you will need to do all three days and I strongly encourage to book accommodations soon! Please see the attached trip sheet for details and pricing.

Registration Link:
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/WhistlerMountainSkiClub?season=3006244&session=54898236

Registration Deadline – Wednesday, March 3rd

Thanks Team!
Jack Evans
WMSC U12 – Lead Coach
Jack@wmsc.info
+1 (604) 203-4429