Sunday, December 30, 2018

Thursday

It's almost here!

Please refer to the Maplelag email for packing tips and reminders. Two most missed items a towel and pillow. 

I need your check tomorrow or else....

We will depart Tech at 7:30am Friday.

A little reality check...we're down to 4 weeks left in the season for most of the team. Please make the most of our remaining time.

Practice at Riverside Thursday. A light Skate ski with the warm temps. Waxing for those who don't have benches. Plan on being done by 5 so you can get home and pack.

Looking ahead the races start coming thick and fast. That means missing multiple days of school. PLEASE stay caught up in class. Make contact with your teachers in advance. Remember you are a student athlete. It is your responsibility to mange your time appropriately.





Thursday, December 27, 2018

(noon update) It's Snowing and the Race is On

Departure time change.

Practice today at the North Loop 3-4pm. Short ski to prep for the race tomorrow.
Trails have been rolled but not groomed. Skiing will be descent. Bring classic skis if you have them, otherwise skate.
Arrive early if you need to apply kick wax. 2:50.

Brainerd Race Schedule on Flyer Tab

Saturday the 29th
Door 6 at Tech 8am
Home 3:30

Friday classic practice if you have them everyone else please bring skate skis.
Still waiting for a gromming report...
Check back for a time, likely afternoon so snow can set up.

Friday, December 21, 2018

Friday/Saturday, Maplelag and Opportunities

As of now the Brainerd race is Scheduled for Saturday the 29th. There may be race location changes and time changes. Please continue to check back for updates!!

Winter break is an opportunity to take a giant glide forward or slide back.
We will have practice over break. Monday the 24th 7-9am, Wednesday 7-9am and maybe other days as well. A trip to Elm Creek to get in classic tracks might be on the schedule.

Do you want to race Varsity or learn to Classic Ski? If so I will be fitting Classic skis over break. I'll have a sign up at practice.

MAPLELAG-I just sent out an e-mail with the details.

If you can't find time to ski you can still be active. Go for a run, do core and strength routines we did during dryland. We're already moving into the second half of the season. Things really start to move now. All races are away. More school we be missed, get ahead in school and continue to touch base with your teachers.

The Holiday Party was phenomenal. Great gift ideas;-) Was so happy Santa made an appearance! Hope everyone survived sledding.

Enjoy the Holidays everyone.


MORA INVITE
Check the race flyer link for details.
Dismissed at 1:20.
Bus leaves at 1:40.
South pick up 1:45
Home 10ish

Saturday Varsity Race arrive at Tech Door 17 at 7:15am.

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

What's ahead

Thursday is our Secret Santa Holiday Bash
Seniors and Juniors bring a dessert. Sophomores bring a salty snack, freshman and JH bring beverages. We also need small plates and cups if anyone has extras to donate.

MORA INVITE
Check the race flyer link for details.
Dismissed at 1:20.
Bus leaves at 1:40.
South pick up 1:45
Home 10ish

Saturday Varsity Race arrive at Tech Door 17 at 7:15am.

I know we're spinning loop after loop and it's easy to fall into a rut. Be aware of your technique and aim to make those positive changes. Continue to challenge yourself! Look for new lines, tuck longer, pump over the bumps, turn the opposite direction, jump the twig, leaves or bark, spin a quick 360 around the tree, glide on one ski, have a glide contest with a teammate on the downhill, JUST DON'T HIT THE REPEAT BUTTON. Spice it up and make it fun:-)



Sunday, December 16, 2018

Monday

Reminder, the Race this Tuesday in NOT HAPPENING.

Thursday is Secret Santa:-)

Friday is the Mora Invite. Sprints for Varsity, 5km for JV.
Saturday is the Mora Pursuit. Varsity only.

I skied at Riverside today and the snow was holding up really well. They added the playground loop. Bumpy and rolly but an extra 100m never felt so good!!

See everyone tomorrow. Thanks again to everyone who made the Saturday morning practice!

Friday, December 14, 2018

Fri/Sat

Such a fun racing format yesterday. The relay is always an exciting change of pace:-) There were many positives yesterday at all levels but again a chance to find areas that need improvement. We will go over those today at practice.

I loved all the cheering of teammates! Continue to make that a priority.

NO RACE NEXT TUESDAY!!

I need to know who is going to the race next Saturday at Mora. PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP.

We will be having practice this Saturday. Details at practice today.
Looking ahead I see a big melt on the way:-( Snow conditions will be deteriorating over the weekend and into next week. Let's make the most of these next two days! Just a reminder we are skiing but this isn't skiing. Winter will find us, fingers crossed, and when it does we'll see an explosion of growth with the true opportunities it provides. 

Thanks for being so positive everyone!

Sunday, December 9, 2018

MONDAY (update 12/12

(The race times for the rookie and jr high races have been modified from original times.)

Thank you to everyone who came out and helped with belling ringing for the Salvation Army. A special thanks to those that carried us with their choral expertise:-)

The week ahead:
We will be racing again on Thursday at Riverside. Check the race flyer link for times. Dismissal times are a bit later.
1:00 dismissed
1:15 bus leaves at door 6
1:20 South pick up.
1:30 Riverside.

PLEASE, PLEASE LABEL ALL YOUR GEAR!! Poles, skis, bags, boots, gloves, hats, etc...

Remember to look to the white board sign on the door for your ski objective or skill for the day.
With everyone's arrival time being slightly different and announcements missed this will be your answer for all questions.

Please try and keep this Saturday morning open for practice. Weather we're at Riverside or elsewhere I need us to ski in a less crowed atmosphere to get ready for the big races to come.

Thursday, December 6, 2018

Friday, Saturday

First race in the books. Always a bit of chaos but so much fun! Nice to have such an early barometer. Look back on your race and reflect on weaknesses. Come to practice motivated to start making those changes tomorrow.

Check in for ski practice time on Saturday. Likely 7-9am.

Dec 8th (Saturday) 10am-12 is bell ringin at Coborn's on Cooper.  Skiers, please dress accordingly!  This has become an annual tradition.

Great skiing today everyone!

Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Race Day

Read previous post if you haven't

Dismissed at 12:30.
Bus leaves door 6 at 12:45.
Pick up at South 12:50.

Parent will pick you up from Riverside. NO RETURN BUS.

The forecast says COLD!! Put the layers on under the race suit.


Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Race Schedule Page

Just a reminder on the right side of the page you can find the link to upcoming race flyers/schedules.

I just want to thank everyone for being so patient and making the most of this early season skiing opportunity.

With such a small space I know learning to ski is even more challenging. Keep up the positive attitude and good things will come. Between Peggy and me, I feel we are spread a bit thin to meet with everyone but when the chance presents it self just stop us and ask for advice or input. The most important thing is just keep skiing.

Please, please get your driver, rider waiver signed by your parent!!!

See everyone tomorrow.

Sunday, December 2, 2018

Monday

We're skiing tomorrow! The man made snow loop is up and running at Riverside. It's .4km loopish but beggars can't be choosers. We'll take it!

You will be using the ride shares from last week. Make contact with your driver! You can change at Riverside.

Skis can be kept in numerous rooms throughout the school. You can then store them at Riverside until Friday.

Parent pick up is now at Riverside.

Parent dessert night is this Tuesday at the Inkster's. Check your email for the time, address and food item:-)

We are RACING this THURSDAY @ Riverside.

5 Spruce Pots left!!! Please try and make your final sales.