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Sept. 01, 2010
NENSA Nordic Symposium Update!.
NENSA is pleased to announce the addition of Zach Caldwell to the presenter roster! Zach wil give a unique perspective on physiology that coaches and athletes will not want to miss.
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Aug. 27, 2010
Fall Camp with Burke Mountain Academy in Sun Valley, Idaho.
Burke Mountain Academy has an opening for a junior/OJ/ or U 23 skier for its Fall dry land camp in Sun Valley, Idaho.
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Aug. 23, 2010
USSA Ski and Snowboard Benefit Events to take place in the East.
Boston, Mass and New York City will be the sites for the 2010 USSA Ski and Snowball Ball. US Ski Team Members and Olympians Andy Newell and Kris Freeman are expected to attend. Link to flyer for more info.
Aug. 22, 2010
Stratton camps wind down with final day today.
Every summer Stratton holds its BKL and Junior training camps during the month of August. It has become a tradition in the xc ski community!
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Aug. 17, 2010
New camp for Masters Skiers!.
Craftsbury welcomes competitively minded masters skiers to join us this October 1-4 for a long training weekend.
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Aug. 16, 2010
Special Lodging Rate for First ever NENSA Nordic Symposium Will Be Gone After August 18th!.
An exciting event is on the horizon- the first ever NENSA Nordic Symposium is taking place in September! NENSA is hosting a Nordic Symposium September 17-19th, which will offer an opportunity for coaches, athletes, youth leaders and recreational skiers to attend presentations, network with peers, and gain insight into where the sport of cross country skiing is headed.
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Aug. 12, 2010
Spots Are Still Available For August 20th NENSA /UNH Testing Day.
There are a couple of spots remaining for the VO2 Max and Lactate Threshold Testing at UNH on August 20th. Reduced rates for NENSA Elite an Development Team Members. Link to online registration here.
July 21, 2010
Technique clinic with Justin Freeman To Take Place This Saturday!.
Join Justin Freeman Saturday July 24th for the low down on ski technique! This is a perfect opportunity to get a jump on honing your technique this summer so you can ski faster and more efficiently this winter. Link here for details and registration. Online preregistration is encouraged to allow for optimal planning.
July 16, 2010
BMA Sweden trip photos!.
The Burke Mountain Academy Sweden Trip 2010: hiking and swimming the "High Coast" on the Baltic, and the first day's training in Solleftea. Great so far!
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July 12, 2010
Details Announced for the NENSA Gaining the Edge Technique Clinic with Justin Freeman!.
Don't miss this opportuntiy to join Olympian Justin Freeman for the next one day technique clinic which will take place in in New Hampton, New Hampshire.
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July 09, 2010
Cambridge Sports Union Camp Update.
The second annual CSU junior camp is taking place this week and everyone seems to have made it through the heat wave in fine fashion. Link to CSU website for stories and photos!
July 08, 2010
2nd NENSA / UNH Testing Day to Take Place August 20th.
The second (and final for this year) testing day will take place on August 20th. Lactate and VO2 Max Testing will be conducted by Dain LaRoche and staff at the University of New Hampshire campus.
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July 04, 2010
Deadline for NENSA REG U23/Senior Camp is July 10th!.
This camp will provide U23 and senior athletes the opportunity to train with a group of their peers. The camp focus will be to provide 6 days of high level training.
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July 01, 2010
Eastern NENSA REG camp Wraps Up in Style!.
The Eastern NENSA REG camp concluded yesterday with a tough skate rollerski time trial. A 6km uphill climb that provided a steep pitch for the start, followed by a less steep but very consistent grade for the remainder of the course.
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July 01, 2010
REG camp report by Elizabeth Izzo.
Several athletes will be reporting on their REG camp experiences. Elizabeth Izzo, NYSEF, shares hers with our NENSA readers.
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June 25, 2010
Speakers announced for Fall NENSA Nordic Symposium!.
The Nordic Symposium hosted by NENSA is shaping up to be an informative, fun weekend for coaches, athletes, recreational skiers, club and youth leaders, event directors and just about anyone interested in Nordic Skiing!
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June 22, 2010
Inaugural National J2 Camp Set for July 31-August 8th.
The inaugural USSA National J2 Talent Camp will be conducted this July 31- August 8, 2010 on the campus of Michigan Technological University (MTU) in Houghton, Michigan. The camp will provide a great opportunity for many of the top young cross country skiers in the U.S. to train together and to learn from top USSA coaches and U.S. Ski Team staff. Link to full athlete roster
June 17, 2010
2011 TD Bank J2 National Invitational and Eastern High School Sites Announced.
NENSA is pleased to announce the sites for the TD Bank J2 National Invitational and Eastern High School Championship Events.
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June 16, 2010
NENSA /USSA Technique Clinic and REG Camp Observation Opportunity!.
Join us Sunday June 27th, for an opportunity to learn about building a technical foundation from which skiers and coaches can build from and observe the morning REG workout prior to the clinic!
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June 16, 2010
The New Paltz Summer Camp Is BACK .
Experience the uniqueness of the Shawangunk Escarpment in New Paltz, NY this summer while getting in great training and coaching!
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June 03, 2010
NENSA Summer Camps To Kick Off Soon!.
It is time already -Summer camp season is in full swing! With plenty of events on the schedule the rosters are filling quickly. FIrst up is the NENSA June REG camp (Regional Elite Group) and Technique clinic at the end of June.
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June 01, 2010
NENSA J2/EHS Camp has a Couple of Spots Available!.
There are a couple of spots at the NENSA J2/EHS camp that have become available. Contact Janice asap if you are interested in attending! janice@nensa.net. Information about the camp can be found here
May 27, 2010
First Gaining the Edge Clinic To Take Place June 12th.
The first clinic in this series will take place at Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School at 390 Lincoln Rd., Sudbury, Massachusetts.
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May 26, 2010
NENSA Summer Clinics Begin Soon!.
NENSA is offering two types of clinics this summer and fall each with its own distinct focus.
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May 23, 2010
MWSC announces summer training camp For Maine Junior skiers.
Maine Training Group is open to all Maine residents who qualified for the Maine J2 Team, the Maine Eastern High School Team or the NENSA Junior Olympic Team in 2010. Link to Flyer and full info.
May 13, 2010
Gunstock Nordic Announces Summer Training Programs!.
Looking for a group to train with for the summer? Gunstock Nordic Association in Gilford, NH is offering a summer training program for high school and college aged skiers and a program twice a week for kids 10-14 years old (BKL).
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May 12, 2010
New "Gaining the Edge" NENSA one day clinic series announced!.
NENSA staff is excited to announce this new series of one day clinics for coaches, athletes and recreational skiers who are looking to improve their classic and skate technique, or their coaching concepts, while learning about the physiology of training.
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Apr. 30, 2010
Inaugural National J2 Camp to take place in Michigan July 2010.
Rick Kapala, Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation, spearheaded the idea for a National J2 training camp last spring, and it will now come to fruition at the end of July.
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Apr. 30, 2010
SMS Summer Training Program Announced.
SMS is continuing to offer a summer training program for their students, this year they are also opening the program to a limited number of additional athletes. This is an ideal opportunity for college skiers without access to a summer training group and coaching.
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Apr. 23, 2010
Last chance is approaching for submitting NENSA Eastern Cup or Championship Event bids!.
If you are planning on submitting a bid for a NENSA Eastern Cup or Championship Event bids are due by April 25th. Link to bid packet. Submit to Janice Sibilia, janice@nensa.net. If you are interested in hosting a citizen series or marathon series event contact Janice for more info. Note that BKL event organizers do not have to submit bids!
Apr. 16, 2010
GMVS XC is pleased to offer over twenty supervised training sessions this summer!.
This is a great chance for local Vermont athletes, or folks visiting from further away, to join GMVS athletes and coaches for quality training sessions.
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Apr. 03, 2010
Inaugural National J2 Camp Is Set to Launch First Week In August.
This inaugural Invitational camp will feature the best J2 skiers in the country, top coaches and a great area to mix it up and have fun with other skiers their own age..
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Apr. 02, 2010
2010 J2-Eastern High School Invitational Summer Camp Info Now Posted.
This summer qualified athletes will have an opportunity to be a part of the highlight camp for J2 and EHS skiers taking place in Lake Placid, NY at the Olympic Training Center. Camp dates re July 23- 26th. Link to more information and Qualifying criteria.
Apr. 02, 2010
USSA Annual Congress Set for May.
The annual USSA Congress is set for May 12- 15th in Park City Utah. Nordic, Jumping, Alpine, Snowboarding and Freestyle committees will all be meeting for discussion on new and old business. For more on the meetings, lodging and registration click here.
Apr. 01, 2010
JLS Sports Trip to Bend & Trout Lake Training Camp- Update.
The 9th annual JLS Sports Trip to Bend, Oregon and Trout Lake, Washington will take place tentatively July 18-25th. (Please note date change). For more information and flyer, click here. Link to last years camp recap
Mar. 31, 2010
Gunstock Announces Annual Trip to Ramsau Austria.
Join three time Olympic medal winner, Nina Gavrylyuk in Ramsau, Austria for the annual GNA training camp on the Dachstein Glacier! Link to flyer
Mar. 30, 2010
NENSA 2010-2011 Event Bid Info Now Available!.
Attention Event Organizer's! The information for submitting a NENSA winter calendar listing or a bid for an Eastern Cup, Citizen or Marathon series, or Championship event is now available online at www.nensa.net>Racing>Event Organizer and TD Resources.
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Mar. 26, 2010
Gunstock Announces Summer Training Camps.
GNA will host two summer training camps with coach Nina Gavrlyuk.
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Mar. 22, 2010
New Event at Trapp Family Lodge.
Saturday, April 3. Trapp Family Lodge Slayton Pasture Spring Rendevous, a 10K Freestyle race. Park and register at Trapp Family Lodge and hike up to Slayton's Pasture for some great spring racing. Link to details.
Mar. 19, 2010
Gunstock Spring Pursuit Cancelled.
Due to a short turnaround time we did not meet the minimum number of registrants needed to hold the race, so it is cancelled. However, Gunstock will still be open for skiing- the snow is fabulous so come on out and ski while it lasts!
Mar. 19, 2010
BMA's Summer Ski School in Sweden and Norway to include participation of Olympic and World Cup medalists..
The Sweden Trip" leaves for its tenth running on the 9th of June and returns on the 29th after dry-land and on-snow training in Sweden and Norway.
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Mar. 17, 2010
Stratton Mountain School Summer Dryland Camps Scheduled For August.
The SMS summer dryland camps are now open for registration. The BKL Camp is August 15-18 and the Jr Camp is August 19-22. These camps are a great way to end the summer and get pumped up for some great fall training. Go to www.smsxc.blogspot.com and look for the link on the right to find more information and a registration form.
Mar. 16, 2010
Craftsbury Spring Tour Cancelled.
We regret to announce that the Craftsbury Spring Tour has been canceled. Snow conditions at the back-up site, Trapps, are rapidly deteriorating.
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Mar. 15, 2010
From the Organizers of the Craftsbury Spring Tour -- Stay Tuned.
A quick update regarding the Craftsbury Spring Tour: spring has come to the Northeast Kingdom much sooner than expected and as a result we have lost most of our snow at the Craftsbury Outdoor Center.
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Mar. 11, 2010
The Spring Tour races at Craftsbury are still on as scheduled! .
We have lost a fair amount of snow up here but we are still holding on to decent coverage on our core race loop- depending on the weather this weekend some of the longer races may be moved to Trapp's, but either way, barring some great deluge, the entire event is a go!
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Mar. 11, 2010
Sign up deadlne for "NENSA travels" trips is five days away!.
March 16th is the deadline to sign up for both NENSA travels support trips: Craftsbury Spring Series and Fort Kent/Madawaska US Distance Nationals. Link to full details: Craftsbury Spring Series / US Distance Nationals & SuperTour FInals
Mar. 09, 2010
New England Ski Museum’s Bretton Woods Nordic Marathon at the Omni Mount Washington Resort.
Registration for the New England Ski Museum’s Bretton Woods Nordic Marathon is open through 5 pm (EST) on Wednesday, March 10.
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Mar. 09, 2010
TD Bank Sugarloaf Ski Marathon Early Deadline Extended.
We have decided to extend the $45.00 entry fee for this year's TD Bank Sugarloaf Marathon until Monday, March 15th!
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Oct. 24, 2009
USSA announces openings for five coaching positions for 2010 J1 Scando and World Jr/U23 trips.
World Junior/U23 Championships will take place in Hinterzarten, Germany Jan 17 – Feb 1st, 2010 . The J1 Scandinavian Trip will take place in Kuopio, Finland: Rough Trip Dates: Jan 21st- February 1st
Race Dates: Jan 29th – 31st. Please go to http://www.ussa.org/magnoliaPublic/ussa/en/news/crosscountry.html
for more information.
Oct. 11, 2009
Thoughts from the 2009 USSA Coaches Conference.
Pete Vordenberg, USST, has some inspiring thoughts about coaching, training and staying on track, Read more here at Teamtoday.org.
Sept. 28, 2009
New Englander's Attend USSA Coaches Conference in MN.
The USSA Nordic Coaches Conference took place this past weekend in Minneapolis, MN. The east had strong representation of college, club, Academy Programs with about 15 coaches traveling to MN for the semi annual event.
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Sept. 23, 2009
New England Coach To Present at USSA Coaches Education Conference.
Sverre Caldwell, Head Nordic Coach at Stratton Mountain School will be one of the presenters at this weekend's USSA coaches education conference.
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Sept. 09, 2009
Middlebury Union High School Seeks Cross Country Ski Coach.
Middlebury Union High School, Middlebury, VT, is seeking a High School Cross Country Ski Coach for the 2009-2010 winter season. The season runs from mid-November through the end of February. We train at the Middlebury College Rikert Ski Touring Center. Link to job post
Sept. 03, 2009
Intern Coaching Opportunity Available For NENSA / USST Fall Camp!.
There is one spot available for an assistant/ Intern female coach at the NENSA Elite camp held in conjunction with the USST Camp in Lake Placid, NY. This event is considered to be the highlight of the season's camps and brings together the best skiers and coaches in the Country!
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June 29, 2009
MWSC XC TEAM TESTING SHOWS REAL PROGRESS.
Caribou, ME--The Maine Winter Sports Center Cross-Country squad showed up in full force last week in Aroostook County. The occasion: physical testing weekend #1.
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June 22, 2009
Bowdoin College Seeks Assistant Coach.
Bowdoin College invites applications for an Assistant Coach of Nordic Skiing. This position assists in all aspects of the intercollegiate Nordic Ski team including race day logistics and waxing, travel, grooming, and team events.
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May 19, 2009
USSA announces National Coaches Educational Conference.
Save the date: Sept 25-27, Minneapolis, MN. Details and how to register will be posted online at ussa.org and here at www.nensa.net. USST is looking for feedback on potential topics. Contact Matt whitcomb with ideas- mwhitcomb@ussa.org
Apr. 17, 2009
Coach Wanted, Frost Mountain Nordic, Middlebury, VT.
Frost Mountain Nordic, in the greater Middlebury, Vermont area, is seeking a Nordic coach. The coach would be in charge of all aspects of the race program and in organizing other club events to promote the enjoyment of cross-country skiing for the members. The coach would be willing to take on some annual fund raising responsibilities.
Link to Job Post
Apr. 15, 2009
Cape Elizabeth High School Seeks Nordic Ski Coach.
Cape Elizabeth High School (Cape Elizabeth, Maine) seeks an experienced Nordic ski coach for the 2009-2010 season. The Cape Nordic High School program is coed, grades 9-12, with skiers of all levels. Candidates should have racing experience, and the ability to facilitate learning for all skier levels. Link to Job Posting
Mar. 20, 2009
Register Now for the Spring Gaining Ground Clinic!.
This spring's Gaining Ground Clinic will be held at Joe Dodge Lodge and Jackson Ski Touring Center in New Hampshire. Join other BKL and youth program coaches as we explore ways to create community through skiing and have fun while teaching technique! Tentative clinic schedule can be found here. Full event info found here. Please sign up soon, I'd like to have numbers by MONDAY, MARCH 23rd!
Mar. 18, 2009
Spring Gaining Ground Clinic: Coaching BKL and Youth Programs.
Tentative schedule set for this spring's Gaining Ground Coaches Clinic to be held at Joe Dodge Lodge and Jackson Ski Touring Center in New Hampshire. Tentative schedule found here. Full event information can be found here!
Mar. 11, 2009
Spring Gaining Ground Clinic.
This spring’s Gaining Ground Coaching Clinic will be held at Joe Dodge Lodge in Pinkham Notch, NH from March 27-29.
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Mar. 09, 2009
Colorado Rocky Mountain School Seeks Nordic Coach.
Colorado Rocky Mountain School (CRMS) is seeking a full faculty person that can coach their Nordic team as well as teach math. Position starts August 7. It is a 9-month, salaried position. Link to job posting
Dec. 09, 2008
The NENSA Early Winter Gaining Ground Coaches Education clinic took place this past weekend at the beautiful Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT..
Participants were treated to a knowledgeable and entertaining Coaching Staff, fabulous lunches by Trapp Family Lodge and best of all, snow!
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Nov. 30, 2008
Two days left to sign up for the Gaining Ground Coaches Clinic.
Though the lodging at Trapp Family Lodge is full, there are still a couple of spots available for day participants, at the NENSA Gaining Ground Coaches Clinic.
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Nov. 26, 2008
NYSEF NORDIC COACHES CLINIC.
This clinic is hosted in conjunction with NYSSRA, Eat Well Play Hard and ORDA and will take place on
Saturday December 13, 2008, in Lake Placid NY
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Nov. 22, 2008
Race Support available at Eastern Cups.
There will once again be race support offered at the TD Banknorth Eastern Cups for the upcoming season...
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Nov. 11, 2008
Exciting news for NENSA Gaining Ground Participants interested in Coaches Certification.
New collaboration between NENSA and USSA will enable NENSA coaches to fulfill several of the USSA requirements when they attend a NENSA Gaining Ground clinic.
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Nov. 07, 2008
NENSA's Gaining Ground Clinic Details and Online Registration are now available.
The Continuing Education Series of NENSA's Gaining Ground Coaches Clinics will take place at the beautiful Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT.
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Nov. 05, 2008
Hand Position While Poling? Add Your Thoughts on the NENSA Coaching Forum.
Rob Bradlee asks the question: When poling should the palm face forward like you are saying "stop" or should the two palms face each other like they would in prayer? Link to the Forum.
Oct. 27, 2008
Role of the Coach: New Discussion on NENSA Forum.
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Oct. 23, 2008
Matt Whitcomb, USST, answers questions about the new USSA Coaches Certification Program.
Matt explains the details of the new system and how they are partnering with regional organizations like NENSA in our quest to offer an education pipeline for coaches. Link to Fasterskier article.
Oct. 16, 2008
Coaching Jobs: Oxbow HS (VT) and Gray Middle School (ME).
New posts on openings at Oxbow High School in Bradford, Vermont and Gray Middle School in Gray, Maine are posted on the NENSA Job Post section of the NENSA Forum. Check them out.
Oct. 15, 2008
US Disabled Team seeks Head Coach.
Jon Kreamelmeyer has retired as Head Coach of the US Disabled Team and a search is under way for a new coach.
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Oct. 08, 2008
USSA Level 1 Coaches Certification Technique Clinic to take place Oct 12th In Lake Placid.
Last Sunday, an enthusiastic group turned out for the Coaches Technique Clinic in Lake Placid. If you missed it you will have another chance this coming Sunday, October 12th...
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Oct. 01, 2008
Join the Hill Bounding Discussion on our Coaches' Forum or Create Your Own New Topic.
Rob Bradlee, John Caldwell, and Joe Holland discuss bounding on NENSA's new and active coaches' forum.
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Sept. 26, 2008
Burke Mountain Academy Skiers go to UNH for Physical Testing.
On Wednesday the 24th of September five skiers from Burke Mountain Academy's Nordic Team took advantage of the chance to do lactate profiles and VO2 Max testing under the guidance of UNH Asst. Professor Dain Laroche.Photo: Corinne Prevot pushes the numbers on the VO2 Max test.
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Sept. 25, 2008
USSA announces Level 100 Coaches Education Certification.
Effective in the middle of October, 2009, USSA will launch the first level of a multi-
level Coaches Education Certification System.
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June 04, 2008
(Updated) NENSA interviews Matt Whitcomb, US Ski Team Continental Cup Coach.
Matt is a US Ski Team Continental Cup Team coach who has a long history in New England, beginning as a Berkshire Trails Bill Kocher in Western Massachusetts. Here he gives us insight into what it takes to reach the highest levels of the sport of Cross Country skiing.
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May 26, 2008
NENSA Interviews Sverre Caldwell, Stratton Mountain Nordic Head Coach, Part 2.
Last week readers got some insight into the Stratton Mountain School program. This week Sverre talks about training for summer and fall...
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May 21, 2008
NENSA Interviews Sverre Caldwell, Stratton Mountain Nordic Head Coach- Part One.
Stratton skiers have made up a large part of the NE JO team each year, and have qualified a number of skiers to the J1 Scando trips and Jr. World Championships. This year at JO's, Stratton skiers were awarded the Roger Weston High School Team Award (Female) and took second overall in the USSA Club Team award. Andy Newell is perhaps the best known recent Alum, but overall 27 SMS nordic athletes have made the U.S. World Junior Team, 17 have made the U.S. National Team and 13 have made the U.S. Olympic Team since 1980....
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May 21, 2008
Bowdoin College Assistant Coach Opening.
Bowdoin College invites applications for an Assistant Coach of Nordic Skiing. The Assistant Coach helps with all aspects of the intercollegiate Nordic Ski team, including practices, race day logistics and waxing, travel, grooming, and team events. Link to Job Posting
May 12, 2008
Position available with Dartmouth Cross Country Ski Team.
Dartmouth Ski Team is looking for a Cross Country Development Team Manager -for more info see NENSA Forum.
May 10, 2008
NENSA interviews New Hampshire Team coach, Rob Nadeau.
Rob Nadeau shares his thoughts on Coaching High school skiers and ski club management....
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May 09, 2008
Mansfield Nordic Club Head Coach Position .
The Mansfield Nordic Club is seeking an experienced coach for a year ‘round training program. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to take charge of a previously all volunteer program and build a strong training/racing club. Link to Job Posting
May 09, 2008
Mt Mansfield Winter Academy Nordic Head Coach.
The Mt. Mansfield Winter Academy (MMWA) located in Stowe, VT is seeking an experienced coach for its first year Nordic program. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit to be part of a start-up academy Nordic program. Link to Job Posting
May 08, 2008
Harvard University Seeks Head Coach of Nordic Skiing .
Harvard University is accepting applications for the Head Coach of Nordic Skiing. Candidate will be responsible for the overall coaching and administrative duties for the Men's and Women's Nordic Ski program. Link to Job Posting
Mar. 24, 2008
One Day left to Register for NENSA Spring Gaining Ground Clinic.
Registration closes Tuesday at 12:00 so Register now! Mtn Top has mid-Winter skiing conditions still, so this will be perfect for the 11+ hours of on-snow sessions. Featuring many of New England's top coaches, this 3 day clinic will be from March 28-30, 2008 at Mountain Top Resort in Chittenden, VT.
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Mar. 05, 2008
Sign Up Now for NENSA's Spring Gaining Ground Clinic!.
If you are coaching, or want to coach young skiers this is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the most important aspects of teaching technique, coaching, and developing youth skiers. Featuring many of New England's top coaches, this 3 day clinic will be from March 28-30, 2008 at Mountain Top Resort in Chittenden, VT.
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Jan. 31, 2008
Cross Country skiing Age group Classifications.
Confused about junior and senior Cross Country racing age groups? Classifications for these categories are now posted online on the JR/ U23/ Senior page. Link to page. You can also check out new updates about the Junior Olympic trip, EHSC, J2 Championships and U23 / Senior information as it becomes available.
Jan. 18, 2008
Interview with Tracey Cote, Head Nordic Coach at Colby College.
NENSA's Janice Sibilia caught up with Tracey to get her perspective on coaching, and this season's highlights with the Colby Team, so far. Photo - Tracey in action at 2008 US Nationals.... Ed Swain Photo More...
Oct. 29, 2007
Coaching Jobs in Massachusetts.
Nashoba and Wellesley have coaching openings. View or post your own at the NENSA Job Board.
Oct. 06, 2007
Dynamic Coach Wanted for Growing Nordic Club Program.
MANSFIELD NORDIC CLUB in Chittenden County, Vermont, will hire a part time nordic coach for the '07-'08 season. Click here to go to NENSA.net/forums for complete details and all NENSA Job Posts.
Sept. 28, 2007
Freeport, Maine High School and Middle School are Looking for Coaches.
This is a great opportunity to coach a wonderful group of kids with
lots of potential.
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Sept. 06, 2007
Waynflete School Seeks Varsity Nordic Ski Coach.
Waynflete School in Portland, Maine ( a private, coeducational day school)
has an opening for a high school varsity Nordic ski coach for the
2007-2008 winter season.
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Aug. 26, 2007
Interview with Rob Bradlee, NENSA Coach of the Year.
Rob was recently named NENSA Coach of the Year. Janice Sibilia, NENSA's Competitive Program Director recently tracked him down for a phone interview to get his perspective on coaching and the CSU program.
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Aug. 23, 2007
Bowdoin College is seeking an Assistant Coach .
Bowdoin College is seeking an Assistant Coach of Men’s and Women’s Nordic Skiing. Duties include assisting with daily practices, race day logistics, travel, team events, and recruiting. The position runs from October 1, 2007 through March 16, 2008 and offers a salary of $10,000 ($834.00 bi-weekly).
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July 08, 2007
NENSA Summer Coaches Education Clinics with Andrew Johnson.
NENSA is pleased to announce the NENSA Summer Coaches Education Clinics with Andrew Johnson. Clinic dates will coincide with the NENSA Summer Roller Ski Series on August 11th in Rutland, VT and September 8th in Jerhico, VT.
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July 01, 2007
USSA Announces National Coaching Conference.
USSA announces its biennial National Coaching Conference to be held in Colorado Springs.
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June 18, 2007
St. Lawrence University Assistant Coach Opening.
St. Lawrence University, a DIII member of the Eastern Intercollegiate Ski Association, is seeking an Assistant Nordic Ski Coach. Link to job description...
June 03, 2007
New Job Post: Cape Elizabeth, Maine High School Coach.
Link to NENSA Forum. Cape Elizabeth, a small town on the coast of Maine just outside Portland is looking for a head Nordic ski coach for their HS ski team.
May 29, 2007
MWSC Searches for a Community Development Coach.
The Maine Winter Sports Center (MWSC) is looking for a multitalented Community Development Coach to join its staff in Aroostook County Maine. Link to job description...
May 23, 2007
Methow Valley, Washington- Looking For Junior Program Head Coach.
The Methow Valley Nordic Team, is looking for an energetic,highly motivated coach to lead a race and recreational program for junior skiers beginning summer or fall of 2007
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May 08, 2007
Stratton Mountain School Assistant Coach Openings.
Stratton Mountain School is seeking 2 Nordic Assistant Coaches Link to job description...
May 01, 2007
Goal Setting /Athlete Competencies-Formulating a plan for success Part II.
Develop the steps to success
Once goals have been established it is time to map out how the athlete will
achieve them. Putting our road map analogy to use again, this part of the
process would be akin to following each sequential road on the map to get to
your desired destination.
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Apr. 28, 2007
Goal Setting /Athlete Competencies-Formulating a plan for success -how important is it?.
The following article series is an exciting new addition to the NENSA website as a resource for coaches, athletes and parents. For the Spring we will be running a series on the training planning process for the coming year. Its that time of the year agin so let’s get rolling. Much of this will be from sections from the new version of the NENSA Coaches Manual.
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Apr. 09, 2007
NENSA offers two new training tools for sale....
USSA's Technique CD and CXC's Training DVD, offer both coaches and athletes a look at state of the art methods being utilized by top skiers today. Contact the NENSA office to purchase your copies. Proceeds go to Athlete Development and Coaches Education.
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Mar. 27, 2007
Whitman College Head Coach Opening.
Whitman College is searching for a new head coach for men's and women's nordic skiing. Link to job description...
Feb. 08, 2007
Michigan Tech Coaching position posted.
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Jan. 13, 2007
Live Results From TD Banknorth Tour de Rumford.
Watch the results as they happen... Link Here then click on the Results link to view your race in progress. Start times are 11:00 J2 Girls, 11:45 J2 Boys, 12:30 Women, 1:30 Men.
Dec. 14, 2006
Eastern Mass BKL Coaches Clinic.
NENSA and the Eastern Massachusetts Bill Koch Ski Club will be having a mini BKL coaches clinic at 8:00 Saturday December 23rd at the Weston Ski Track. This will be an open format clinic,
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Dec. 11, 2006
NENSA Gaining Ground Coaches Clinic Summary .
Snow and lots of enthusiasm were perfect ingredients for the NENSA Gaining Ground Coaching Clinic this weekend. 22 Coaches throughout New England and New York navigated snowy roads Friday to Mountain Top Nordic Center in North Chittenden, VT. We arrived to a winter wonderland just in time for the first on snow coaches clinic in New England. Participants spent the weekend learning about technique, training planning, team organization, coaching skills and waxing from some of the top coaches in the North East.
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Dec. 01, 2006
From the US Nationals, Houghton, Michigan Directors.
Dear Coaches/Service/etc, On behalf of the 2007 US Senior National Cross Country Championships organizing committee, we are looking forward to seeing you next month (or later this month, whatever the case may be).
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Nov. 29, 2006
Job Announcement: Nordic Skiing Coach for Paralympic Athletes (Part-Time).
The Paralympic Committee, a division of the US Olympic Committee, has identified Northeast Passage as a Nordic athlete development center. Northeast Passage, program of the University of New Hampshire, is seeking a part-time Nordic Skiing Coach to assist in the development of a program to train Paralympic level athletes with physical disabilities or visual impairments. Link to Listing on NENSA Forum.
Nov. 28, 2006
Mountain Valley High School Seeks Coach.
Job opening posted on the NENSA Forum. We have a position open for a high school nordic ski coach for Mountain Valley High School in Rumford, Maine. Rumford is rich in nordic skiing tradition and our team practices and races on the world class trails at Black Mountain of Maine. We are fortunate to have a strong and very supportive ally in the Chisholm Ski Club.
Nov. 19, 2006
Assistant Nordic Ski Coach.
The University of Maine at Presque Isle is accepting applications for the position of Division I Assistant Nordic Ski Coach. This is a part-time, four-month appointment. Responsibilities include: recruiting quality student-athletes; assisting in the training of athletes for successful competition; supporting the academic success of the student-athletes; undertaking public relations and promotional activities appropriate to the position and carrying out other related duties.
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Oct. 14, 2006
Reminder - 2007 New England Junior Olympic Coaching Staff applications due by November 1st. .
Applications will be accepted through November 1, 2006. Selections will be made by December 1st.
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Oct. 08, 2006
Developing A Successful Nordic Club.
By Stuart Kremzner, NENSA Introductory Programs Director. So what makes a successful Nordic Ski Club? A Ski club like most any organization can follow a twisting turning path to success or stagnation. Many of us have been active in, or witness to both.
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Oct. 04, 2006
Paid Coaching Internship. Green Mountain Valley School. Waitsfield, VT.
Coach with one of the country's premier high school Nordic programs and one of the leading high school coaches in the US, former Norwegian National Team member and world champion, Jon Arne Enevoldsen.
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Sept. 29, 2006
Job Posting: Head Coach at North Yarmouth Academy.
Boys and Girls Varsity Nordic Skiing. North Yarmouth Academy, Maine. Link to all open positions.
Sept. 21, 2006
Coaches Wanted for World Junior and U23 Championships.
From the US Ski Team: The dates for the trip will be January 21st through February 5th, 2006. The race schedule is posted at www.fis-ski.com. We are looking for three coaches to join the Continental Cup Team staff for the World Junior and U23 championships in Tarvisio, Italy this winter.
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Sept. 21, 2006
Coaches Wanted for J1 Scando Trip.
From the US Ski Team: This winter the J1 Scando Cup championships will take place in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden on February 2-5. We are looking to fill two positions to join the Trip Leader Gary York.
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Sept. 20, 2006
2006-07 Nordic Coaching Internship at Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine.
The Bowdoin College Nordic Ski Program has a coaching internship available for 5 months: from October 1st to the end of February. Details and all open positions...
Sept. 14, 2006
Brunswick High School Coach (ME).
WANTED: Athletic, pioneering,visionary coach to implement a new nordic ski team for Brunswick High School. Help BHS join the growing number of local public and private school nordic ski teams. View Position Details and All Job Openings Listed with NENSA.
Aug. 28, 2006
Help Wanted at The Jackson Ski Touring Foundation.
The Jackson Ski Touring Foundation is interviewing instructors for the winter season. Call 603-383-9355 for information or email thom@jacksonxc.org. View all openings listed with NENSA.
Aug. 28, 2006
Maine Coast Nordic Team Seeks Head Coach .
The Coastal Nordic Ski Club (CNSC), a nonprofit organization located in southern Maine, is seeking a Head Coach for the Maine Coast Nordic Ski Team. MCN currently has over 30 athletes representing several southern Maine towns and school systems which have been training on a regular basis throughout this summer under the previous MCN coach, Paul Stone, who recently was named the Head Coach of the University of Vermont Ski Team.
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May 04, 2006
Burke Mountain Academy Announces Hiring of New Head Coach.
BMA is pleased to announce that Pete Phillips will take over the reins as Head Coach of its Nordic program.
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May 03, 2006
Dartmouth Ski Team Opening.
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Cross Country Development Team (driving, race entries, equipment, etc.). Manager will attend many New England races, and may race. Bachelors Degree and collegiate racing experience preferred. LINK TO FULL INFO AND ALL OPEN POSITIONS.
May 01, 2006
Practical Guidelines Developed by the Gatorade Sports Science Institute.
Endurance athletes know that proper training, recovery, nutrition, and the right race plan are all important for success. The same is true for hydration.
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Apr. 03, 2006
Burke Mountain Academy Head Coach Opening.
Link to All Posted Positions. Seeking Head Coach to join Assistant Coach Kate Newick in efforts to recruit and train high school athletes age 14-19 in a ski academy environment.
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Mar. 28, 2006
Registration opens for NENSA's Gaining Ground Coaching Clinic.
New England Nordic Ski Association's
Gaining Ground Coaches’ Clinic, Spring, 2006
April 21-23rd, Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT
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Jan. 28, 2006
OPA Cup Coach Needed.
Seeking: Very hard working coach to help drive, organize, and wax on what is essentially the European “B” Cup.
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Dec. 29, 2005
MWSC Cross Country Ski Coach Opening.
The Maine Winter Sports Center (MWSC) is looking for a multitalented Ski Coach to join a team of coaches who are offering world class Nordic and Biathlon training and experiences in Aroostook County Maine.
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Nov. 30, 2005
A Little Late on Your Wax Order? Toko is Still Ready to Take Your Order.
Toko, the Official Wax of NENSA, has plenty in stock and is ready to offer its team prices on wax, equipment, and gloves to all NENSA members.
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Oct. 11, 2005
Freeport, Maine Coaching Opening.
Freeport High School in Freeport ME is looking for a Nordic coach for its state championship ski team. Season runs from mid-November to early March.
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Oct. 07, 2005
NENSA Gaining Ground Coaches Clinic Announced.
December 9-11, 2005 at Great Glen Trails and Joe Dodge AMC Lodge. Details.
Oct. 03, 2005
Aspen Valley Ski/Snowboard Club Assistant Nordic Coach Position.
The Aspen Valley Ski/Snowboard Club is seeking an assistant Nordic coach for its Challengers program. Link to coaching openings...
Sept. 12, 2005
Nordic Coaching Internship at Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine.
The Bowdoin College Nordic Ski Program has a coaching internship available for 5 months: from October 1st to the end of February.
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Sept. 12, 2005
High School Coaching Position Open.
Oxbow High School in Bradford, VT is looking for a xc ski coach to start this coming season. The team includes high school and middle school skiers and competes in VT Division II races.
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Aug. 26, 2005
Lake Placid Coaches Conference Update.
From Nathan Schultz:
Hello Coaches,
Preparations for the Lake Placid Coaches conference are complete and I think we've packed the weekend full of useful information.
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Aug. 16, 2005
Assistant Coach Position Opens at Bates.
Bates College Seeks Assistant Nordic Coach
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Aug. 16, 2005
Dartmouth Ski Team XC Development Team Manager.
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Cross Country Development Team (driving, race entries, equipment, etc.)
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July 27, 2005
Andover Outing Club - Coaching Position.
Nordic Ski Coach for the Andover Outing Club
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July 11, 2005
US Ski Team Coaching Clinic Announcement.
September 23 to 25 at the Lake Placid Olympic Training Center.
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July 11, 2005
Link to USSA Coaching Materials.
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July 11, 2005
Notes from July 8 Coaching Clinic with Pete Vordenberg.
Many thanks to Pete Vordenberg for taking some time during a busy week of training with the Regional Elite Group to share his ideas with a group of NENSA coaches. These notes would be worthwile reading to coaches and athletes.
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July 01, 2005
Details on July 8 Coaching Clinic with Pete Vordenberg.
Noon to 5PM in Tindel Lounge in the Thayer Building at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH.
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June 08, 2005
NENSA Coaches' Certification Clinic July 1 at Pineland Farms, Maine.
Earn 1 Level I or II credit in "Strength and Technique" at this one-day clinic.
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June 06, 2005
July 8 Coaching Clinic Details Announced.
Friday, July 8 from noon to 5PM with US Ski Team coach Pete Vordenberg. Link.
May 11, 2005
Coaching Positions Open.
Coaches Needed for 2005-2006 NENSA Camps, Clinics, and Competition Trips (including JOs!)
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May 04, 2005
Dartmouth College Coaching Position Open.
View all posted coaching openings.
Dartmouth Ski Team, Cross Country Development Team Coach.
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Apr. 25, 2005
Maine Coast Nordic Team Seeks Head Coach.
The Coastal Nordic Ski Club, a nonprofit organization located in southern Maine, is seeking a Head Coach for the Maine Coast Nordic Ski Team.
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