Local Sports

It’s time to strap the race skis on and go 120 kilometres an hour down the ski hill. That’s right, it’s downhill season! We have just arrived in Lake Louise and the training runs are underway.

The Whistler Skating Club had one of its most successful weekends ever at the annual Jingle Blades Freeskate Competition in White Rock, with 10 skaters placing in the top six to earn medals.

Local cross country skiers won’t have to wait until January to race this year, with the confirmation that the Hollyburn Jackrabbits Ski Club are hosting the first Coast Cup race in the Callaghan on Dec. 15.

Canada’s number one ranked wheelchair tennis player now has a national title to go with his rankings, after taking the singles title in Whistler on Sunday. Winnipeg’s Lee Carter beat B.C.

Kidsport Whistler is hosting a general meeting on Dec. 11 to discuss the status of the program and ways that the program can direct resources in the future.

Para XC skier qualifies for World Cup events

Quest basketball teams host Douglas College

Weekend selection camp to determine final four team members

Dozens of events, series confirmed for 2007-08

Event crucial for selection of 2008 Paralympic team