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Jul 12: Olympic Gold Medalist Kikkan Randall Diagnosed...

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July 12, 2018 (Alaska) – Legendary American cross-country ski star, Kikkan Randall, 35, recently announced she’s undergoing treatments for breast cancer. The news follows the storybook ending to her stellar career that culminated … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 11: XCSO Roller Ski Fleet Available for...

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July 11, 2018 (Toronto, ON) – Cross Country Ski Ontario has purchased a fleet of 100 skate roller skis from Rundle Sports. The fleet has 70 NNN and 30 SNS bindings and is … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 10: Big Thunder Hires Adam Kates as...

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July 10, 2018 (Thunder Bay, Ontario) – Big Thunder Nordic Ski Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Kates as Head Coach effective September 2018.  Kates brings extensive experience as a … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 09: Amazing Roller-ski Agility Training Videos at...

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July 09, 2018 (Wisconsin) – Check out these very cool videos of roller-ski agility training at that Central Regional Elite Group (REG) camp taking place in northern Wisconsin that USSA Development Coach Bryan … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 08: Paralympian Mark Arendz to Receive Order...

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July 08, 2018 (Hartsville, PEI) – Multi-decorated Paralympian, Mark Arendz of Hartsville, is one of three Islanders selected to receive Order of Prince Edward Island for 2018, the highest honour accorded to a … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 07: Job Opportunity – Senior Project Manager...

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July 07, 2018 (Toronto, ON) – The Senior Program Manager will apply their subject matter expertise and skilled program management to help promote CAAWS’ thought leadership on gender equity and sport, and to … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 06: Lappe Nordic Hires New Head Coach...

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July 06, 2018 (Thunder Bay, ON) – We are excited to announce that we have hired the team of Eric Bailey as Club Head Coach, and Rena Viehbek as Club Program Manager to … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 05: IOC Appeals CAS Decision to Overturn...

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July 05, 2018 – The Russian doping scandal that erupted following the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics made headlines again as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has filed an appeal against a decision by … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 04: Happy Fourth of...

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July 04, 2018 – Happy Fourth of July as the USA celebrates its 242nd birthday with record barbeques and fireworks galore including the nation’s first Olympic gold medal in cross-country skiing marking another … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 04: Ontario XC Ski Team Announces Structure...

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July 04, 2018 – Cross Country Ski Ontario (XCSO) is committed to providing programming to enhance skier development and incentives to encourage our skiers to seek every opportunity to ski as fast as … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 03: Job Opportunity – Coaches Needed for...

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July 03, 2018 (Bragg Creek, AB) –  Technically proficient coaches to teach XC skiing to competitive youth. Depending on skill level, the coach will be placed with groups between the ages of 9 … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jul 01: Happy Canada...

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July 01, 2018 – Happy Canada Day…wishing everyone the very best on this special day of recognition for one of the best places on the planet to xc ski, ride your bike, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 28: Alberta World Cup Announces 2018-19...

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June 28, 2018 (Canmore, AB) – The Alpine Insurance Alberta World Cup Academy is proud to announce our new team for the 2018-19 season. Headed by veteran Canadian National Team members and 2018 Olympians, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 28: Worldloppet International Ski Federation Celebrates 40th...

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June 28, 2018 – It all started with a dream & 9 popular skiing races. In 1978 the vision of Tony Wise (USA) became true, when the first Worldloppet season was planned at … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 27: Job Opportunity – Head Coach @...

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June 27, 2018 (Prince George, BC) – The Caledonia Nordic Ski Club is seeking a highly motivated and skilled coach available for full time employment effective September, 2018. This position offers an annually … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 26: Jessie Diggins Blog – Body...

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June 26, 2018 – This is a blog post I wasn’t ever sure I’d write. It can be scary to reveal the less glamorous parts of ourselves to others, the parts we’re sure … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 25: Legendary Canadian Beckie Scott’s Historic Milestone...

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June 25, 2018 – On June 25, 2004 legendary Canadian cross-country skier, Beckie Scott, was finally presented with the gold medal for her performance in the women’s Pursuit 5K/5K at the 2002 Olympic Winter … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 25: Canadian Olympic Committee Session Unanimously Votes...

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June 25, 2018 (Ottawa, ON) – The Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) Session voted today to unanimously approve the candidature of Calgary as a potential host of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games 2026. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 24: ORDA Commits to Host the Winter...

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June 24, 2018 (Lake Placid, NY) – ORDA (Olympic Regional Development Authority) recently passed a resolution that will create a partnership with FISU (International Sports University Federation) for Lake Placid to host the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 23: Job Opportunity – General Manager Foothills...

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June 23, 2018 – Foothills Nordic Ski Club (FNSC) is seeking a full-time General Manager starting August 1, 2018. This position is a one year employment contract, with a possibility for an extension … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 22: Jesse Diggins to Appear in ESPN...

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June 22, 2018 – US Olympic gold cross-country ski medalist, Jesse Diggins, will appear in the latest edition of ESPN The Magazine’s Body Issue, which will be released digitally on June 25.
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Jun 21: Nominate a Torchbearer for the First...

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June 21, 2018 (Red Deer, Alberta) – Nominate a torchbearer by June 30 for the first national MNP Canada Games Torch Relay coming to a number of Canadian communities from October 4, 2018, … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 20: Hamilton Winter Park $7 Million Proposal...

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June 20, 2018 (Hamilton, ON) – Cross-country skiing could return to the Hamilton mountain area if a bold new $7 million proposal for a “Winter Wonderland” including professionally designed tobogganing hills, a concrete … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 19: Ontario’s Jennifer Tomlinson Named New Chair...

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June 19, 2018 (Canmore, AB) – Jennifer Tomlinson will become the first woman ever to serve as chair of the Board of Directors for Cross Country Ski de fond Canada.
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Jun 18: Talking with the Gravy Train –...

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June 18, 2018 – In this edition of Talkin’ With the Gravey Train, our host Peter Graves talks with Tom Holland who recently retired after a 12-year stint as the High Performance Director … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 17: Sunset Rollerski Race at Canmore –...

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June 17, 2018 (Canmore, Alta.) – Do you love sunsets, friends and roller skis?  Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the beautiful Canmore sunset along with roller ski enthusiasts by your side! For … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 16: Norwegian Ski Association Names Espen Bjervig...

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June 16, 2018 – The Norwegian Ski Association has named Espen Bjervig, 45, as their new cross-country ski Team Manager. “It has been a long and thorough recruitment process with good applicants. In … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 15: Job Opportunity – Head Coach of...

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June 15, 2018 (Fairbanks, Alaska) – The Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks (NSCF) is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic individual to lead its junior racing and training program, Fairbanks Cross Country (FXC) … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 14: The First Annual Wendall “Chummy” Broomhall...

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June 14, 2018 – Every year NENSA honors leaders in the New England skiing community with traditional annual awards. This chance to formally recognize the energy, effort, and engagement of some of our … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 13: Swix Sport Group Becomes...

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June 13, 2018 (Trysil, Norway) – Swix Sport Group announced today that it’s changed its name to BRAV—reflecting the group’s evolution into a house of brands with a total turnover of over one … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 12: USA Nordic Names Mayo Clinic its...

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June 12, 2018 (Minneapolis, Minn.) – USA Nordic announced today that Mayo Clinic is its new official medical provider, a collaboration aimed at helping team athletes perform at the peak of their athleticism.
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Jun 11: 2nd Annual Mount-Royal Rollerski Challenge –...

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June 11, 2018 (Montreal, QC) – It was a splendid day again for the second annual Mount-Royal challenge in Montreal, QC, on June 10. A total of 44 athletes from 4 of the big … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 10: Job Opportunity – Operations Manager @...

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June 10, 2018 (New Gloucester, Maine) – NENSA and USBA is looking for a new full-time office Operations Manager for our joint office in New Gloucester, Maine, on the Pineland campus. We are … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 09: World’s Largest Indoor Skihallen Launching in...

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June 09, 2018 (Oslo, Norway) – Construction is underway on Skihallen, the world’s largest indoor ski centre, in Lorensburg Winter Park a mere 10-minute drive from Norway’s capital Oslo as we reported back in … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 08: AWCS Announces the Appointment of New...

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June 08, 2018 (Canmore, AB) – The Board of Directors of the Alberta World Cup Society (AWCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Hicks as President. Hicks has been actively involved … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 08: New Yorker Becomes First to Roller...

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June 08, 2018 (Rockland County, New York) – Enrique Cubillo, an endurance athlete, became the first man to roller ski up New York’s Bear Mountain on May 25 – all 1,289 feet of … READ MORE →2 comments

Jun 07: Cross Country Canada Announces Nic Lemyre...

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June 07, 2018 (Canmore, AB) – Cross Country Ski de fond Canada has tapped Nic Lemyre to guide the organization’s high-performance program into a new era. Originally from Montreal, Lemyre takes on the … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 06: Earn $500 Referral Commission from Nordic...

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June 06, 2018 (Bozeman, MT) – Specialty consulting firm Nordic Group International (NGI) has announced a program where snow industry people can receive a $500 (U.S.) commission for referring us to potential new … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 06: Business Opportunity @ Snowgroomers.net for Canadian...

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June 06, 2018 (Harbor Springs, Michigan) – Snowgroomers.net manufacturer of quality high performance groomers for all snow sports including Nordic / cross country trails and classic tracks, narrow fat bike trails, hiking trails and … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 05: IBU Executive Board Formulates Reform Proposals...

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June 05, 2018 (Leogang, Austria) – The IBU Executive Board held its 136th regular meeting in Leogang, Austria, with governance reforms and important competition-related decisions high on the agenda.
The Executive Board decided to … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 05: One Way Sports Brand Acquired by...

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June 05, 2018 – Fischer Sports GmbH, Ried (AUT) is growing and will also manage the ONE WAY brand in the future. Both brands are known as suppliers for many international athletes and … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 04: Record International Audiences for PyeongChang 2018...

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June 04, 2018 (Korea) – PyeongChang 2018 broke all international broadcast and online viewing records, attracting more broadcasters and viewers than ever before for a Paralympic Winter Games outside of the host country.
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Jun 04: Ski Fleet at Sovereign Lake Nordic...

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June 04, 2018 (Vernon, BC) – Great Club Rental Ski Opportunity. Sovereign Lake Nordic Club in Vernon, BC is selling its adult fleet of Rossignol classic waxless skis this summer. Full fleet sale only … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 04: Annual Survey from CCC’s Women’s...

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June 04, 2018 – The Cross Country Canada Women’s Committee is asking female athletes to complete our annual survey. We use your responses to plan our initiatives so your participation is very important. … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: One Way Sport Oy Declared...

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June 03, 2018 (Finland) – Finnish company, One Way Sport Oy, renowned for their bright yellow ski poles and sponsorships of top skiers such as Dario Cologna and Charlotte Kalla, filed for bankruptcy … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: Job Opportunity – Managing Director @...

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June 03, 2018 (Edmonton, Alberta) – If you are passionate about leading a fast-paced, provincial sport organization, we have an excellent opportunity for you! Cross-Country Alberta is looking for an experienced Managing Director … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 03: Job Opportunity – Coach and Athlete...

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June 03, 2018 (Canmore, AB) – Cross Country Ski de fond Canada is recruiting a detail-oriented team player with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. The Coach and Athlete Development Coordinator has full-time hours … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 02: Job Opportunity – Business Development Intern...

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June 02, 2018 (Thunder Bay, Ont.) – The National Team Development Centre (NTDC) – Thunder Bay is one of Canada’s national sanctioned cross-country ski centres, operating as a development team within the framework … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 01: Denver and Colorado to Pursue Olympic...

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June 01, 2018 (Denver, Colorado) – Denver and Colorado are keen to host the the Winter Olympic Games in 2030 if voters approve a statewide referendum in 2020 or later reports ESPN. Denver … READ MORE → 0 comments

Jun 01: Hardwood Post Fire Information Session...

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June 01, 2018 (Barrie, ON) – Please join our President and General Manager Gareth Houben on June 5th, 2018 for an online information session. The Hardwood community is so important to us and … READ MORE → 0 comments