Time trials have come and gone and close to 280 paddlers attended to via for a seat on the 2012 World Sprints Team. We are seeing our highest level of competitors, with several photo finish’s.
The standings are posted, and we are proud to announce our largest Canadian contingency of 250 paddlers. This includes our largest junior contingency with kids from Pemberton, Penticton, Victoria, and Calgary attending.
Congratulations! We look forward to August to cheer on our paddlers!
On behalf of CORA, we would like to extend our deepest thank you to the Calgary Canoe club, Organizing committee, volunteers, Team Canada, and our paddling community for a successful, and memorable World Sprints.
Below is a letter received from the President of the International Va’a Federation in recognition of a ” Job Well Done ! ”
Another World Sprints is in the books for Canada! This year we had 7 paddlers commit travel to Rio De Janerio and represent Canada. And represent they did collecting 5 medals. Congratulations to Alex Vanderham, Lorene Archdekin, John Roberts, Terry Curtis, Dean Dogherty, Doug Kazakoff and Jack Coldwell. Full results of the 5 days can be found here 2014 Rio World Sprint results.
Lynda Roberts was also there as Race Director for Rio World Sprints. Canadian spirit was well represented when the group finished with their races, they took on volunteer duties to assist the sprint officials. Canada Rocks eh?
Next up IVF World Sprints 2016 Australia – May 2016. Watch this website for upcoming information on how to register your ‘ Intent To Compete’