RCR JUNIOR FREESKI SERIES A SUCCESS

J Dogg — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 22:39:37 -0400

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The first Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) Junior Freeski Series was a huge success this season. Here's the lowdown and results.

Kimberley Alpine Resort Junior Freeski Results

The series kicked off with 59 eager competitors between the ages of 7 and 18 at Kimberley Alpine Resort on January 27 and 28. The results were as follows:

Category: Girls 7-11

1st Place – Shannon Gunning

2nd Place – Sabine Kendall

3rd Place – Julia Keller

Category: Girls 12-15

1st Place – Megan Gunning

2nd Place – Tamara Stefaroi

3rd Place – Hannah Kendall

Category: Boys 7-11

1st Place – Jack Iles

2nd Place (Tie) – Aaron Mackay and Finn Iles

3rd Place – Brendan Mackay

Category: Boys 12-15

1st Place – North Parker

2nd Place – Dylan Siggers

3rd Place (Tie) – Noah Maisonet and Keegan Capel

Category: Boys 16 – 18

1st Place - Michael Saunders

2nd Place – Carter McMillan

3rd Place – Bobby Gunning

Thank you to TELUS for the great Prizing

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Lake Louise Junior Big Mountain Challenge Results

The Lake Louise Junior Big Mountain Challenge took place February 17 and 18, and attracted 93 competitors, who were challenged by the steeps of ER-3 and ER-6 in the famous Powder Bowls. The results were as follows:

Category: Girls 7-11

1st Place – Shannon Gunning

2nd Place – Meagan Fiselier

3rd Place – Robyn Sansom

Category: Girls 12-15

1st Place – Karly Sansom

2nd Place – Tamara Stefaroi

3rd Place – Megan Gunning

Category: Girls 16-17

1st Place – Ariana Stufano

2nd Place – Brenna Donaldson

3rd Place – Lonnie Wake

Category: Boys 7-11

1st Place – Jack Iles

2nd Place – Aaron Mackay

3rd Place – Finn Iles

Category: Boys 12-15

1st Place – Brodie Evans

2nd Place – Colston Beatson

3rd Place – Jordan Ling

Category: Boys 16 – 18

1st Place – Dane Tudor

2nd Place – Phil Hudec

3rd Place – Ryan Sullivan

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Fernie Junior Freeski Competition Results

Finally, the Fernie Junior Freeski Competition brought together 100 competitors on March 17 and 18. The qualifying round took place on Concussion, while the finals were on Big Bang, prompting many cheers and spectators from the Timber Chair above the course.

Category: Girls 7-11

1st Place – Cleodie Collison

2nd Place – Meagan Fiselier

3rd Place – Shannon Gunning

Category: Girls 12-15

1st Place – Chloe Williams

2nd Place – Tamara Stefaroi

3rd Place – Hannah Kendall

Category: Girls 16-17

1st Place – Brenna Donaldson

2nd Place – Brittney Dumanowski

3rd Place – Riann Riedel

Category: Boys 7-11

1st Place – Brenden Mackay

2nd Place – Logan Winters

3rd Place – Finn Iles

Category: Boys 12-15

1st Place – Colston Beatson

2nd Place – Brodie Evans

3rd Place – Dylan Siggers

Category: Boys 16 – 18

1st Place – Dane Tudor

2nd Place – Tyler Ceccanti

3rd Place – Carter McMillan

Says Jeff Holden, the head judge of all three competitions, “The camaraderie amongst these young freeskiers was inspiring. It was awesome to observe the juniors deepening their relationship with themselves the mountain and each other. The level of skiing was incredible, even more impressive was there ability to ski within their limits, a beautiful celebration of mountain culture. The future of freeskiing is in good hands.”

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Combined Tri-Competition Results

There was a combined category open for athletes who competed in all three of the RCR Junior Freeski events. The top three combined winners for each category were:

Category: Girls 7-11

1st Place – Shannon Gunning

2nd Place – Meagan Fiselier

3rd Place – Sabine Kendall

Category: Girls 12-15

1st Place – Tamara Stefaroi

2nd Place – Hannah Kendall

3rd Place – Brittany Stefaroi

Category: Boys 7-11

1st Place – Aaron Mackay

2nd Place – Finn Iles

3rd Place – Garrett Capel

Category: Boys 12-15

1st Place – Dylan Siggers

2nd Place – Noah Maisonet

3rd Place – Brent Callow

Category: Boys 16 – 18

1st Place – Carter McMillan

2nd Place – Michael Saunders

3rd Place – Bobby Gunning

The event series gave families the chance to share in the excitement of the sport of freeskiing, while providing a fun and encouraging environment for kids to compete. The event organizers would like to thank all the participants, parents (also fondly known as athlete sponsors), coaches, clubs, judges, staff, volunteers and the hosting resorts for a great junior freeski season.

The RCR Junior Freeski Series was sponsored by: Roxy, Helly Hansen, Smith Optics, Dakine, The Lake Louise Inn, The Trickle Creek Residence Inn by Marriott, Fernie Lodging Company, Old Dutch Foods, Overwaitea Kimberley, Poser Sports, Fresh Sports, Ski Base Fernie, Coca Cola, TELUS, Husky and Volkswagen.

Fernie Opening Soon

J Dogg — Mon, 05 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0500

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Big snow reported at Fernie Alpine Resort, with more in the forecast as powder enthusiasts count 'how many more sleeps' until opening day, set for Saturday, December 10th. With over 208cm (83 inches) of snow to date this season, it is expected all of Fernie's famed bowls and major lifts will be open as of opening day. The mountain is reporting excellent conditions on the upper mountain, and the lower mountain is in great shape for the season start.

Snowmaking has been in full swing on the Lizard run, Mighty Moose lift and in the base area. Fernie Alpine Resort will be the place to be for opening weekend, with a number of activities, including special events, sales and apres ski fun taking place all over the resort. Head to the resort plaza on Saturday for the legendary Mogul Smoker. For $10, snow enthusiasts can make a snow wish and sacrifice by purchasing and offering a ski-shaped wooden plank into a community bonfire.

After, enjoy a hot Mogul Smoker cocktail. DJ Ari will be playing during the event which will run from 3pm - 6pm opening day. Part of the proceeds will support Wildsight, a local environmental group, as well as supporting kids' ski development through the Fernie Alpine Ski Team. Mogul Smoker cocktails will be offered at a reduced price of $4.50 for those who bring their own mug.

The Griz Bar will come to life for the best of apres ski with the band 'Life of Rhylee' playing from 3:30pm - 6:30pm on Saturday and Sunday. For those still stocking up on gear, Sports Alpine, the retail shop at Fernie Alpine Resort, is having a huge sale - all of last year's stock will be up to 60% off, including gloves, goggles, skis, snowboards, sunglasses, and much more! Find out more at www.skifernie.com.

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RCR JUNIOR FREESKI SERIES A SUCCESS

Kimberley Alpine Resort Junior Freeski Results

Lake Louise Junior Big Mountain Challenge Results

Fernie Junior Freeski Competition Results

Combined Tri-Competition Results

Fernie Opening Soon