MSS News received the following message from Speed Skating Canada today:
Last October the Competition Development Committee (CDC) met to discuss varies competition related topics, of which the Canadian Masters Championship was one. At this time, they were also advised that the Canada Cup #3 dates were changed and would be run mid-week. In reviewing the history of the Canadian Masters Championships, and considering that last year only 15 individuals participated, CDC was concerned that the number would be reduced because of the mid-week competition. The decision was then made to approach the Olympic Oval in Calgary and see if they would use the 16th Masters International Championships as the Canadian Masters Championships. There are well over 300 Master speed skaters registered this year, which will make for a wonderful event. The Olympic Oval agreed to this request. On November 08th , 2006, a memo was sent to all branches advising them of the change of date and venue. They were also advised that since the 1000m for men aged 30 - 65 is not an International All Round event, it would not be included in the competition.
If Master speed skaters wish, they can participate at Canada Cup #3, but as a senior skater...and should a skater break a Masters world record during this event, the skater will be recognized accordingly.
I apologize that the SSC website was not changed to reflect the change in host and date...but it has now been updated to reflect this.
Should you have further questions please contact me directly.
Thank you...
Dawn L. Currie
Last October the Competition Development Committee (CDC) met to discuss varies competition related topics, of which the Canadian Masters Championship was one. At this time, they were also advised that the Canada Cup #3 dates were changed and would be run mid-week. In reviewing the history of the Canadian Masters Championships, and considering that last year only 15 individuals participated, CDC was concerned that the number would be reduced because of the mid-week competition. The decision was then made to approach the Olympic Oval in Calgary and see if they would use the 16th Masters International Championships as the Canadian Masters Championships. There are well over 300 Master speed skaters registered this year, which will make for a wonderful event. The Olympic Oval agreed to this request. On November 08th , 2006, a memo was sent to all branches advising them of the change of date and venue. They were also advised that since the 1000m for men aged 30 - 65 is not an International All Round event, it would not be included in the competition.
If Master speed skaters wish, they can participate at Canada Cup #3, but as a senior skater...and should a skater break a Masters world record during this event, the skater will be recognized accordingly.
I apologize that the SSC website was not changed to reflect the change in host and date...but it has now been updated to reflect this.
Should you have further questions please contact me directly.
Thank you...
Dawn L. Currie
Sport Development Director
Speed Skating Canada/Patinage de vitesse Canada
45 Christopher Cres.Moncton, NB
E16 0A4
506.855.5567 NEW
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