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USSA Membership Prizes Still Available

Ski CenterMarch 31, 2016

(Press release) PARK CITY, UT (March 28, 2016) – The USSA SuperTour and long distance races of the L.L.Bean U.S. Cross Country Championships at Craftsbury, VT closed out a very successful 2015-16 US. Ski and Snowboard Association cross country season. But even though the season is winding down, there¹s still time to support the successful athletes of the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team by joining the USSA as a general member. For just $15 you...

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Q & A with USSA Nordic Director Robert Lazzaroni

Ski CenterDecember 18, 2015

(Press release) Following a yearlong study by an independent sport task force, the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association introduced sweeping nordic membership changes with broader offerings and prices as low as $15. This summer the USSA brought on experienced nordic leader Robert Lazzaroni to help grow USSA Nordic programs. A veteran of two decades in the cross country ski industry, he was Rossignol nordic division manager and, most recently, program manager at the Utah Olympic Park where he was instrumental in...

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USSA National Coaches Symposium Wraps Up, NTG Convenes in Lake Placid

Ski CenterSeptember 18, 2015

USSA National Coaches Symposium and L200 Training Wraps Up in Lake Placid (Press Release) Summary: It’s been a busy and informative 5 days for coaches around New England, with time for some fun too. Last Wednesday and Thursday, 18 coaches took part in the first ever L200 coach certification training to be held in the East. Bryan Fish, development coach for the USST taught this very informative course, and with any luck, and some hard...

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NNF Funds International Junior Camp

Ski CenterJune 19, 2015

(Press release) SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Consistent with its mission of supporting athletic excellence in developing U.S. Nordic athletes, the National Nordic Foundation announced financial support for a new junior camp for rising cross country skiers. Happening August 6 – 14, 2015, the International Junior Camp includes athletes selected from the a National Ranking List, as well as criteria set by coaches at the USSA congress. Camp participants include: WOMEN: Katharine Ogden, SMS Julia...

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Bridger Ski Foundation Receives Highest Recognition from USSA

Ski CenterMay 19, 2015

(Press release) Bozeman’s ski club awarded the prestigious Gold Certification from the national governing body of skiing and snowboarding. BOZEMAN, Mont. — Bozeman’s ski club, the Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF), just received the highest honor possible from the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA). Bridger Ski Foundation was named a Gold Certified Podium Club, becoming one of 17 clubs nationwide with this designation, and the only one in Montana. The USSA’s podium-level certification process...

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USSA National U16 Camp Announces Selections and Program for 2014

Ski CenterApril 22, 2014

The fifth edition of the USSA National U16 Camp will be held Sunday July 27 to Sunday August 3, 2014 Jackson Hole, WY. The National U16 Camp brings together the top U16 Boys and Girls from across the Country for a week of intensive training and ski sport education as one the first steps in the USSA National Development Pipeline. The National Nordic Foundation has designated the U16 Camp as one of its Pillar Projects...

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USSA Invites Team and Clubs to Enter Ski Poster Championships

Ski CenterNovember 23, 2013

U.S. Cross Country Ski Poster Championships January 1-8, 2014 Objectives: To highlight the importance of having a team, to showcase all U.S. clubs and teams, and to increase XC visibility in your community by distributing your own team poster. Instructions: Get your team or club together for a photo shoot and email your high resolution photo to kperhai@ussa.org and mwhitcomb@ussa.org by midnight MST on Dec 31, 2013. A club may submit one full club poster in addition to a poster for each of...

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USSA Coaches’ Symposium Registration Info

Ski CenterAugust 29, 2013

2013 National XC Coaches’ Education Symposium September, 27-29 2013 Begins: 1:00 PM, September 27 Ends: Noon, September 29 Location: Center of Excellence, Park City, UT Keynote Speakers: Guri K. Hetland Alberto Salazar Jack Roach Biographies Cost: $300.00. Please register early and secure your space. Deadline for payment: September 10, 2013 USSA Coaches License Required Limit of 60 coaches Preference given to Level 100 certified coaches Lodging: Park City Marriott Call for reservations: (800) 234-9003 Ask for...

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2011 National J2 Talent ID Camp – NCCSEF Facebook Competition

Ski CenterAugust 2, 2011

The 2nd annual National J2 Talent ID camp supported by NCCSEF is set to take place August 1-8th in Sun Valley, ID. The top 22 J2 boys and top 22 J2 girls in the country (14-15 year olds) have qualified to attend this camp through selection from their best two races from the 2011 USSA Junior Olympics last March. Athletes will post “vote for me” to the Facebook/NCCSEF wall (and if possible post a picture...

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USSA Coaches Certification L100 Technique Clinic

Ski CenterJuly 29, 2011

Thursday, August 4th 1:00 to 3:00 PM White Clouds Golf Course. Sun Valley, ID White Clouds is just off Sun Valley (Trail Creek) Road across the street from Sun Valley Golf Clubhouse/Nordic Center, Sun Valley, ID The L100 Coaches Certification clinic is free to all USSA licensed coach. The clinics include dryland technique drills as well as drill progressions on classic and skate rollerskis. All ages and levels of coaches are welcome. The...