Big Sky Ski Team

Updated Alpine Competition Schedule Posted

An updated schedule of Alpine race competitions has been posted to the calendar.  BSSEF will be hosting the following races:

• 1/26 - 2/1: Devo Speed Series (FIS) - 2 DH/2 SG
• 2/14 - 2/17: Big Sky Qualifier (Juniors) - 3 SG
• 3/13 - 3/15: YSL Championships - SL/GS/SC

The schedule is subject to change.

Vancouver 2010 Ticket Requests

The request period for Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games tickets begins on 10/3/08.  Just go to www.vancouver2010.com to submit your request.

Here's how the ticketing process works:

• Ticket requests will be accepted from 10/3/08 - 11/7/08.
• To the extent that demand exceeds supply for a given event, tickets will be allocated by a lottery between 11/8/08 and 11/23/08.
• Notifications of the status of your ticket requests will be sent via e-mail by 12/5/08.

Fall Ski Camp in Banff

The Missoula Ski Foundation has organized a fall (Alpine race) ski camp at Ski Norquay in Banff, Alberta, from 11/24/08 - 11/29/08.  The camp will culminate with a trip to Lake Louise to watch the World Cup Men's Downhill on Saturday.

The camp is for J4's and older and costs $600 plus accommodations.  To reserve a place, you must make a $150 deposit to the MSF by October 1, 2008.  Click here for more information.

Northern Division Team Forms Due

In order to be eligible for Northern Division team selection boards, each athlete must do the following:

• Download and complete the Medical Release, Team Agreement, and Financial Agreement forms.
• Send the completed forms to Sherri Hale at the Northern Division office.

This requirement pertains to older, Alpine racers who wish to represent the USSA Northern Division in regional competitions.  If you have any question about whether you need to submit the Northern Division forms, please contact your coach.

Board Meeting in Big Sky on 10/1/08

The next BSSEF board meeting will start at 5:30PM on Wednesday, October 1st, at the ski team's office in Big Sky.

Kelleher Fast in South America

Former BSSEF athlete Keely Kelleher notched a win and a third place, and U.S. Development Team athlete Alice McKennis tied World Cup veteran Chemmy Alcott of Great Britain for a win in South American Cup super G action on Tuesday in La Parva, Chile.   More...

Vote for Alpine Skiing Coverage at 2010 Olympics

If you would like to be able to watch Alpine ski racing from the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, vote now on the NBC website.  Otherwise, you are going to be seeing a lot of figure skating (click on image to view poll results as of 9/18/08.)

Athlete Testing in Belgrade on 9/20/08

Jenn Stielow from Western Region will be conducting fitness testing for Northern Division athletes on Saturday, September 20th, from 9:00AM to 12:00PM.  The testing will be conducted at Belgrade HIgh School:

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There will be a parade in Belgrade that morning, so traffic might be a bit crazy at pick-up time at noon.

If you have any questions, contact Sherri Hale at Northern Division or Roger Bay at Bridger Ski Foundation.

It's Ski Movie Season

We got to talking about ski movies at the board meeting this evening.  Here's a clip to whet your appetite from Matchstick Productions:

Nordic Skiers: Update Your Equipment!

Here are two facts:

• Kids outgrow their clothing and equipment.
• The best time to find the right used and new equipment is before the snow flies.

Parents of Nordic team members should contact Tom Owen at Gallatin Alpine Sports in Big Sky in order to get your kids outfitted for the upcoming season.  Be prepared with the following information about your child:

• Age
• Height
• Weight
• Shoe size
• Description of equipment that has been outgrown or is no longer needed

Tom will use the information to a) help you figure out what your child needs and b) match those needs with appropriate used and new clothing and equipment options.

Tom can be reached by e-mail and by phone at 406-995-2313.