Archive | November, 2011

Yellowstone Ski Fest Set for Nov. 22-26

(West Yellowston, MT) – It is a winter wonderland in West Yellowstone, Mont., and the official start of the Yellowstone Ski Festival is just days away.  The Rendezvous Ski Trails are groomed and in … READ MORE →

Norway Muscles in For a 1-2 Finish in Men’s Relay at Sjusjoen – US 11th as Unlucky Canadians Abandon

(Sjusjoen, Norway) – Norway grabbed the top two spots on the podium to the delight of local fans in the men’s World Cup 4x10km relay in Sjusjoen, Norway this afternoon, matching the morning feat … READ MORE →

Norway Dominates Women’s Relay as USA Shines in 9th

(Sjusjøen, Norway) – Norway continued its dominance in women’s World Cup skiing this morning claiming the top two spots on the podium while placing four teams in the top seven in the 4x5km classic/free … READ MORE →

FIS XC WCup Season Opener – Quotes and PHOTOS

(Sjusjøen, Norway) – The 2011/12 Viessmann FIS XC World Cup Series got underway today in Norway despite some curve balls from Mother Nature and the North Americans were out in force with some skiers … READ MORE →

Olsson Trumps Men’s Field at FIS XC WCup Season Launch – Harvey 5th as Rest of North Americans Struggle

(Sjusjøen, Norway) – If Sweden’s Johan Olsson was feeling any lingering effects from a shoulder injury suffered earlier in the fall, he wasn’t showing it at this morning’s opening World Cup race of the … READ MORE →

Bjoergen Dominates at FIS XC World Cup Opener – Randall 8th for Best Distance Result

(Sjusjøen, Norway) – Marit Bjoergen (NOR) has fired early warning shots at the opening round of the 2011/12 Viessmann FIS XC World Cup Series season opener in Sjusjøen taking her 48th WCup win with … READ MORE →

SkiTrax FIS Fantasy WCup 2011/12 Contest – LAST Chance Deadline Extended to 12 Midnight

(Toronto, ON) – The final flurry of team registration the SkiTraxFIS Fantasy World Cup 2011/12 Contest is underway and to accommodate the last rush of contestants we’ve extended the final deadline to register your … READ MORE →

3rd Annual SkiErg World Sprints Attracts Old and New Talent Alike

(Morrisville, Vermont) – While many ski races in Scandinavia were being canceled due to lack of snow, the 3rd Annual  SkiErg World Sprints took place last weekend in locations around the world and drew … READ MORE →

FIS XC World Cup Launches in Norway Nov. 19-20 – North American Assault Begins

(Sjusjøen, Norway) – Over a dozen North Americans will be in Sjusjøen, Norway, this weekend to contest the opening World Cup races of the season. The weekend’s events include individual freestyle distances races on … READ MORE →

THE Update: If You Only Read One This Year, Make This It!

– Wow, another race season is roaring into action already! With one race under my belt and my first World Cup start of the year just over a week away, it’s high time that … READ MORE →

COC Announces Additional HP Funding for Canada’s Athletes

(Montreal, QC) – The Canadian Olympic Committee announced that Canadian elite athletes hoping to achieve podium results received a strong funding boost today, as well as an important new memorandum of understanding. The COC … READ MORE →

WADA Releases 2012 Prohibited List

– The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) would like to alert the Canadian sport community that the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has released the 2012 Prohibited List. This advisory note details some … READ MORE →

Talkin’ with the Gravy-Train – Kris Freeman Interview

(Torsby, Sweden) – Check out the second installment of our all-new SkiTrax audio series, Talkin’ with the Gravy-Train, featuring legendary commentator and sports reporter Peter Graves. Our second guest is top US distance skier, Kris Freeman, … READ MORE →

Tour de Ski Fairbanks FIS/USSA Races Cancelled

(Fairbanks, AK) – The Goldstream Sports Tour de Ski/Fairbanks, a three-day mini-tour on the FIS calendar, has been cancelled due to record cold temperatures in the Fairbanks area.  Low temperature records for Fairbanks were … READ MORE →

SkiTrax FIS Fantasy WCup 2011/12 Contest – Final Deadline is Nov. 18

(Toronto, ON) – The final deadline to register your team for the annual SkiTraxFIS Fantasy World Cup 2011/12 Contest is on Friday, Nov. 18 at 10 pm EST – the day before the first … READ MORE →

Brooks Report and Photos – Bye Bye Torsby Tunnel!

(Torsby, Sweden) – Three days in Torsby and two training sessions on the 1.3k loop in the tunnel proved to be just about perfect.  While the tunnel is a huge asset at the disposal … READ MORE →

Three Weeks in the Life – Lillehammer Report and PHOTOS

(Lillehammer, Norway) – I said my goodbyes to Muonio and traveled to Norway yesterday. While it was great to be able to do a big block of training on snow before the season started, after three … READ MORE →

FIS and Craft Extend and Strengthen Partnership

– The International Ski Federation (FIS) and Swedish sportswear manufacturer CRAFT have extended and deepened their cooperation. In the coming years, CRAFT will continue as a Premium Sponsor of the FIS Tour de Ski … READ MORE →

OUR Time to Play – Engaging Women 55-70+ in Sport and Physical Activity

(Ottawa, ON) – Women 55-70+ are a growing demographic group, warranting attention from Canada’s sport community. According to Statistics Canada, women 55-70+ will make up 20.4% of the entire Canadian female population by 2021. … READ MORE →

Diggins Report – West Yellowstone Update & Snow Conditions

(West Yellowstone, MT) – Here’s the official update from West Yellowstone: BRING A PUFFY JACKET because it’s COLD out here! Or at least a weight vest, and put hand warmers in the pockets. Seriously, … READ MORE →

Holly’s Bio

HOMETOWN
St-Ferreol, Quebec

AGE
22

TEAM
Canadian National Ski Team (Senior World Cup Team)

CLUB
Club Nordique Mont Ste-Anne

NOTABLE RESULTS

2010 Olympic Games, Whistler, BC, 7th (4x10km Relay)
2010 Olympic Games, Whistler, BC, 4th (Team Sprint Free)
2010 Olympic Games, Whistler, BC, 9th (30km Pursuit)
2009 … READ MORE →

Lallukka’s B Sample Tests Positive for HGH

(Finland) – Finnish broadcaster YLE reports that countryman Juha Lallukka’s B sample has tested positive for human growth hormone. Lallukka has reportedly denied knowingly taking the substance.
See the original YLE report HERE.

Lack of Snow Continues to Disrupt FIS Race Schedule in Scandinavia

(Finland) – The on-going lack of snow at early season race venues in Scandinavia has forced the cancellation of a number of events and disrupted the racing and travel plans of teams that have … READ MORE →

Fast and Female Holiday Fundraiser Auction #1 on Ebay!

– Between November 15 and December 6, Fast and Female will host three awesome auctions on eBay! Fast and Female Holiday Fundraiser #1: Clarins basket, Lululemon Hoodie, Buff. Auction #1 – Ends on Nov. … READ MORE →

Canadian Biathlon Squad Locked and Loaded for World Cup Season

(Canmore, AB) – Canada will field a young, yet veteran, lineup for the 2012 international biathlon campaign as Biathlon Canada unveiled its team of athletes that will start the season competing on the World … READ MORE →

Lenny Valjas Video – Post-race Pack Up

(Sweden) – Ever wonder what the life of a World Cup skier is like? Lenny Valjas recently posted this humorous video that provides some insight. Apparently it involves a lot of packing (between email … READ MORE →

Bjoergen Slams All-Female Training Initiatives as Pampering

(Norway) – Norwegian star, Marit Bjoergen, recently criticized the phenomenon of all-female training groups, which have grown in popularity in recent years, particularly in North America, as a way to recruit and retain female … READ MORE →

Historic Weber South Pole Expedition – Begins Nov. 16

(Punta Arenas, Chile) – On November 16, 2011 a team of six adventurers will fly to the continent of Antarctica. The team consists of Canadian, Richard Weber, internationally renowned North Pole adventurer; Britain, Chris … READ MORE →

Kowalczyk Chooses Fischer Boots for 2011/12

– With the new World Cup season about to get underway, Justyna Kowalczyk (POL) has decided to start out with new equipment. Last year’s winner of the overall World Cup has already been successful … READ MORE →

National Nordic Foundation’s Drive For 25 – GOES LIVE TODAY!

– Today is a very big day for us as we assemble all American cross country ski enthusiasts to stand up together to support our developing skiers. Please join us by making a contribution … READ MORE →

Finland’s Lallukka Caught Up in Doping Scandal

(Finland) – Finnish TV channel YLE and Norwegian broadcaster NRK are reporting that Finnish national team member Juha Lallukka is suspected of doping, following a positive result for Human Growth Hormone from a sample … READ MORE →

SkiTrax FIS Fantasy WCup 2011/12 Contest Countdown – Register TODAY!

(Toronto, ON) – We are excited to announce that over 200 teams have registered so far for the annual SkiTraxFIS Fantasy World Cup 2011/12 Contest. Nordic ski fans around the world are anticipating the … READ MORE →

One Way Presents its New Service and Promotion Vehicle

(Finland) – The Finnish Nordic Sports brand ONE WAY is one of the leading brand in the cross country and biathlon World Cup supplying hard goods like poles and glasses, but is as well … READ MORE →

Devon Kershaw on Swedish TV Talks World Cup, Guitars, and Bears

(Sweden) – Check out this great video profile of Canada’s Devon Kershaw, which was broadcast recently by Sweden’s SVT network. An SVT crew visited Kershaw in Canmore prior to his departure for the start … READ MORE →

Video Highlights of Maurice Manificat’s Win in Bruksvallarna

(Bruksvallarna, Sweden) – Watch video highlights of Maurice Manificat’s win in the men’s 15k freestyle race in Bruskvallarna, Sweden, which took place on Saturday, November 12. As reported by SkiTrax earlier, Manificat (FRA) bested … READ MORE →

Volunteers Needed for Paralympic World Cup In Cable, WI

(Cable, WI) – The United States Paralympics, a division of the United States Olympic Committee, will be hosting the International Paralympic World Cup Nordic Ski series at Telemark Resort in Cable, WI. The week … READ MORE →

Bruksvallarna Report – Canadians Off to Solid Start UPDATED

(Bruksvallarna, Sweden) – The FIS cross country ski race season kicked off this weekend with two days of racing in Bruksvallarna, Sweden, that featured many of the top World Cup skiers from Scandinavia, Europe … READ MORE →

Casey Smith Named US Junior Biathlete of the Year

– Casey Smith of Methow Valley Biathlon has been named as the Junior Biathlete of the Year for the 2011 US Biathlon Team. Casey is a sophomore at Montana State University in Bozeman, MT … READ MORE →

Munio Days 2 & 3 Wrap – Kowalczyk Romps, Green Racing Project Gains Experience UPDATED

  (Munio, Finland) –  Polish sensation Justyna Kowalczyk capped off her start to the 2011-12 season with her third victory in as many days in Muonio, Finland, taking the women’s 5km Classic this morning with … READ MORE →

Kalla Kicks Off With a Win in Bruksvallarna – Jones Top Canuck in 20th

(Bruksvallarna, SWE) – Although weather and snow conditions have played havoc with the early race schedule in Scandinavia, the season finally kicked off this weekend with freestyle races in Bruksvallarna, Sweden, on a loop … READ MORE →

Bruksvallarna Race Report & Results – Manificat Scores, Harvey 10th UPDATED

(Bruksvallarna, SWE) – The FIS cross-country season kicked off this morning with a men’s 15km Free race in Bruksvallarna, Sweden, featuring many of the top World Cup skiers from Scandinavia, Europe and Canada. France’s … READ MORE →

USA’s Sargent 10th at Munio Sprint Season Opener

November 11, 2011 (Munio, Finland) – American Ida Sargent (Craftsbury Green/USST) is off to a good start making the top 10 after qualifying in 9th in the classic sprint as the season kicked off in … READ MORE →

Talkin’ with the Gravy-Train – Kikkan Randall Interview UPDATED

(Hanover, NH) – Check out the first edition of an all-new SkiTrax audio series, Talkin’ with the Gravy-Train, featuring legendary commentator and sports reporter Peter Graves, who will present a series of interviews, discussions and … READ MORE →

Ostersund… and Other Musings

– (Ostersund, Sweden) – I’m in Scando – and it’s damn hell ass warm out.
Seriously. It is. I’ve been here a shade over a week and the Mercury hasn’t dipped below zero – not … READ MORE →

Drive for 25 Reminder

– To all Drive for 25 participants: Thank you for stepping up to the plate at a time when U.S. skiing needs it most. This can be an historic fundraiser for U.S. cross country … READ MORE →

Canadian and US Skiers Take Lack of Snow in Scandinavia in Stride

(Toronto) – While FIS and World Cup race organizers in Scandinavia are praying for cold weather and snow in the next few days in order to pull off the opening events of the 2011-12 … READ MORE →

Snow in Time for Yellowstone Ski Festival – Nov. 22-26

(West Yellowstone, MT) – Light snow is falling outside and the forecast is calling for more. The Rendezvous Ski Trails are covered and the South Plateau is looking good. A few more inches and … READ MORE →

Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre Trails Open

(Vernon, BC) – Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre opens its trails Thursday, November 10th to cross country skiers from across North America coming to enjoy the early season snow.
We have 20km of trails open including … READ MORE →

FIS World Cup Kick-off Relocated to Sjusjoen

(Sjusjoen, Norway) – An unusually warm autumn has forced the Norwegian Ski Federation to move the Viessmann FIS World Cup XC kick off from Beitostoelen to Sjusjoen which is located about 20km north-east of … READ MORE →

Holly Brooks on APU – It’s Rad!

– We’re excited to announce that US xc ski star, Holly Brooks, from Alaska, 2011 SuperTour overall winner, is joining SkiTrax’s team of bloggers this season. Her section on the site will be ready … READ MORE →


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