Posted by Marissa in Junior Worlds- France on 07 18th, 2010 | No Comments
France Photo Memories
Taking in the view at the top of Chateau Roquefixade
Chateau de Foix viewed from the cobbled streets of the town below
Connor, Marissa, and Max at the top of Chateau de Foix
From left: Rachael, Jaz, AJ, Ali, Macx Below: Marissa
AJ and Max in the spiral staircase at Chateau de Foix
The beautiful country-side...
Posted by Marissa in Junior Worlds- France on 07 14th, 2010 | No Comments
Junior Worlds Wrap-Up
It seems that as fast as something begins, it’s over and all we can do is enjoy the ride.
My Junior Worlds experience this year was very satisfying and while I didn’t make my goal of being in the top 10, I did some very good racing under some not so favourable conditions.
The day before competition...
So it Begins
With a couple of weeks of solid training under my belt, I’m going into Junior Worlds feeling confident. Today we participated in the opening ceremonies. We marched around the main square in Foix in a parade of nations and afterwards shared cocktails with the mayor of Foix. These opening ceremonies...
Posted by Marissa in Summer 2010 on 07 1st, 2010 | No Comments
Ottawa Pre-Worlds Training Camp
We just finished up our pre-worlds training camp in Ottawa. While it was good training the week had a couple surprises for us. Congratulations to James and Katie for their new baby girl, Cierra. Understandably, James resigned from coaching the rest of the camp to be with his family. But with the arrival...