Cross Country Ski Racing News
Whistler notes
3/3/2010 - By Mark Waechter
The work at Whistler was rewarding on many levels. It was great to join the team from Slovenia again. Equally enjoyable is the opportunity to see the athletes and coaches who have become good friends.
Randall gets another top 20
3/2/2010 - By US Ski Team
Kikkan Randall (Anchorage) wrapped up her 2010 season with yet another top 20 finish, skiing her way to 17th in 10K Freestyle in the final weekend of the FIS Cross Country World Cup.
Michigan Cup Sprint donates $270 to LiveStrong
3/2/2010 - By Mike Muha
Even though it there was a small turnout, the 2010 Michigan Cup Sprints generated $270 in proceeds that were donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.
Norway wins Cross-Country medals ranking
3/2/2010 - By FIS
Norwegian cross-country team won the Olympic medal ranking. Five Gold medals, two silver and two bronze. Swedish team collected seven with 3-2-2. Third best cross-country nation became Germany with five (1-4-0). In total eleven nations were on the podium.
Yellowstone Rendezvous Race this weeked
3/2/2010 - By Sara Hoovler
TheThe Yellowstone Rendezvous Race is within sight on the calendar. With a bit of luck, a season’s worth of long skis, interval training, and hill climbs will pay off when the boom of the cannon signals the start of the race.
Muffin Race skiers celebrate the warmth
3/1/2010 - By Mike Muha
It was perfect conditions to race in swim suits at the 18th Annual Muffin Race at the Cross Country Ski Headquarters in Roscommon, MI on Sunday February 28, 2010.
Birkie has largest field ever
3/1/2010 - By Cherie Morgan
Honorary Starter, Wisconsin Governor James Doyle, welcomed the largest field of skiers ever in the American Birkebeiner’s 37-year history. He sent over 8,055 skiers on their way beginning at 8:00 a.m. FULL RESULTS.
Italian takes Birkie title
3/1/2010 - By FIS
Leading the European invasion was Italian Fabio Santus, who renewed his country's dominance of the event by covering the 50 kilometers from Cable to Hayward in a record 1:56:58.6, just 8 seconds ahead of runner-up Tad Elliot of Durango, Colo.
Northug Jr. wins Gold in 50 km
3/1/2010 - By FIS
Competition was very tactical from first kilometers. Big group of skiers was formed. for the first time in the Olympic Games changing of skis was allowed. In total three pit stops were possible.
Petra Majdic receives Terry Fox award
3/1/2010 - By FIS
Terry Fox award recipients "have shown incredible courage and determination, while also overcoming adversity." Majdic broke several ribs when she fell into a gully during training before the Individual Sprint CL competition, but went on to take Bronze.
Northug Wraps Up With 50K Gold
3/1/2010 - By US Ski Team
Norway's Petter Northug won his second gold medal in Sunday's men's 50K mass start classic. James Southam finished 28th to lead the U.S. in the final ski event at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
Team Vasa leads Michigan Cup
3/1/2010 - By Ken Dawson
Just what everyone has been looking for, the team scores as we get down to crunch time. This year is unique because we have a new scoring system that counts everyone’s race with no limit on individual races.
