NSW Snowsports Enews 49 - 19th July 2013
In this Issue:
- NSWACT Alpine Funds to Raise Campaign
- Amelia McGuiness Time Trial Now Open! - Wednesday 21st of August, Perisher
- A Pink Day for XC
- Paddy Palin Junior - 55th Annual Cross Country Ski Event
- The Layne Beachley 'Aim for the Stars' Foundation - Applications Now Open!
- Apply now for a Local Sporting Championships Grants
NSWACT Alpine Funds to Raise Campaign
MORE GREAT PRIZES to be won: Cat Skiing at Red Mountain, photo session with Hot Shots, Giro helmet, lunch at Kareela Hutte and more....
Way back in 1969 Malcolm Milne became the first Australian and non-European to win a men’s World Cup downhill (speed) event. Later Milne commented “…someone once said to me that for us to beat the Europeans at winter sports was like Austria tackling us at Test cricket. I reckon it's an accurate judgment.”
Amelia McGuiness Time Trial - Wednesday 21st of August, Perisher
The Amelia McGuiness Time Trial is a great opportunity to practice your racing technique, to have fun with your family, or to experience what racing is all about.
This year the AMASDF committee have introduced Skier Cross and Snowboard Cross as part of the Amelia McGuiness Memorial Time Trial. Competitors can choose to compete in Alpine/Snowboard GS or Skier Cross/Snowboard Cross or both! The event is open to everyone.
Join in the fun and support a great cause!
A Pink Day for XC
Forty hardy young competitors took part in the 2013 Inaugural XC Amelia Sprints that were held recently at the Perisher Cross Country Centre. It was a special event specifically designed to give developing XC racers experience in XC sprint racing, Interschools competitors a chance for practice under competition conditions and some fun for everyone. The weather was less than ideal, but the atmosphere was cheerful and $500 was raised for the Amelia McGuiness Sport Development Fund.
Paddy Pallin Junior - 55th Annual Cross Country Ski Event
Forty-four keen skiers competed in the 55th Paddy Pallin Junior cross country ski event on Saturday 29 June 2013. While snow conditions were sparse, a clear day ensured enjoyable skiing for all involved. Participants ranged in age from four to sixteen years, with skiers competing over varying distances from 50 metres to 5 kilometres with multiple laps of the sprint bowl at the Perisher Cross Country Ski Centre. The focus of the Paddy Pallin Juniors is to promote participation in cross country skiing and therefore skiers are only awarded their time taken to complete the course, rather than given a placing. Participation in the event increased by eight per cent from last year, largely due to the support of KAC , NSW XC and the Jindy Kids.
The Layne Beachley 'Aim for the Stars' Foundation - Applications Now Open!
Layne Beachley and her Aim for the Stars Foundation, is inviting all Australian females aged 12 – 26 years who need funding to achieve goals in their sporting, academic, community, business, environmental or cultural pursuits to complete their applications online.
Any hard-working female who is committed to pursuing her passion and needs financial support deserves a helping hand and should apply for an Aim for the Stars 2014 grant by 15th November 2013.
Apply now for a Local Sporting Championships Grant
Are you, or do you know, a dedicated young athlete, coach or official participating in a state, national or international sporting championships?
Are you aged 12-18 years old travelling further than 125km to your event for a state, national or international championships?
If yes, then you or your team could be eligible for an Australian Government Local Sporting Champions grant to help meet costs such as uniforms, travel, accommodation and equipment.
Grants of $500 per individual and $3,000 per team are available for young people participating in the following:
- nominated National Sporting Organisation endorsed state or national sporting championships
- School Sport Australia state or national championships
- international competitions where the applicant is participating in the official Australian team
