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Overview
The Nova Scotia provincial cross-country ski team is a year-round program, for athletes in the Train to Train and Learn to Compete stage of development. Nordiq Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) and Competition Pathway models, serve as guidelines for athlete progression. The objective of the provincial team is to build esprit de corps, develop friendships, and provide competitive learning opportunities and challenges.
Athletes are named to the provincial team by meeting established Selection Criteria. Moreover, athletes accepted to the program will be extremely self-motivated, dedicated to competitive cross-country ski training, and demonstrate exceptional team player skills.
About
The provincial team is a competitive program – built upon a strong history of vibrant team spirit, passion for cross-country skiing, and dedication to success. The program offers experiences that prepare athletes for competitive skiing and life. Qualifying members commit to the team guidelines as outlined in the Athlete Contract.
The program provides racing support, quality coaching, and individual training plans. Team members are dedicated to achieving their training goals and tracking progression. Athletes compete at regional, provincial, and national races. In addition, multiple training camps are held on snow and dryland.
Mandate
The provincial team program strives to create engaged young role models who are motivated for success at the national level, as well as inspire future generations of nationally competitive provincial ski teams.
Vision
Nova Scotia has the capacity to develop junior athletes to be nationally ranked in the top 10 skiers in their age group. Nova Scotian athletes can be recognized in Canada for their determined racing, as well as their enthusiastic team spirit.
Values
Commitment
Passion
Mentorship
Fair Play & Respect
Strive for Excellence
What We Do
The provincial team program provides teenage athletes with leadership skills, technical abilities, and life purpose through sport. Click on the “arrow” in the photo below to view a series of slides about the team.
Team Members 2019 – 2020
Head Coach
Daniel MURRAY
Daniel has been coaching the Nova Scotia cross-country ski team for more than a decade. North Highlands Nordic is his home training facility.
Credentials | Coaching Experience
-Certified NCCP Learn to Compete
-12 Eastern Canadian Championships
-6 National Championships
-3 Canada Games
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Athletes
Lyndon DOYON
Oscar GREEN
Caden MACLEOD
Caden’s role models include: her mother, and coaches Daniel, Lilla & Kate. View full profile (click here).
Fiona MCCLURE
Fiona was on skis before she knew how to walk. View full profile (click here).
Grace MCINTYRE
Grace is a member of Halifax Nordic. View full profile (click here).
Ogen NEWCOMB
Ogen’s role models include: Alex Harvey, Daniel Murray & Neil Armstrong. View full profile (click here).
Cohen NORMAN
Milo SIRCOM-BROWN
Supporters
Bryan Scallion Memorial Fund
Our team is very grateful for the financial support received through the Bryan Scallion Memorial Fund. Click on the video to learn more about Bryan Scallion, a decorated Nova Scotia athlete and influential coach. Thank-you to all individuals coordinating this fund.
The Bryan Scallion Memorial Fund was initiated by Dianne Powell, in memory of her husband, Bryan Scallion. An accomplished Nova Scotia endurance athlete, Bryan dedicated much of his life to achieving in sport and developing young athletes. The Fund provides financial assistance to competitive young athletes.
Partners
Nova Scotia Communities, Culture and Heritage
The Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage is responsible for contributing to the well-being and prosperity of Nova Scotia’s diverse and creative communities through the promotion, development, preservation and celebration of our culture, heritage, identity and languages, and; by providing leadership, expertise and innovation to our stakeholders.
Sport Nova Scotia
Sport Nova Scotia is a non profit, non government federated organization. Sport Nova Scotia operates programs that support over 50 sport governing bodies. Programs include: Support4Sport, Sport Fund, SportSweep, KidSport, Sport Makes a Difference, Support4Sport Awards, Cleves Athlete of the Month, Parasport, Subway Series, Milk Sport Fair, coaching conferences and many more.
Funding – Individual
Bryan Scallion Memorial Fund
Bryan Scallion Memorial Fund supports competitive young athletes across a variety of sports, and is awarded annually. Individuals are considered. Application deadline – September 1st.
KidSport
Jumpstart
Canadian University Alumni Ski to School Scholarship
This scholarship is to be awarded to an individual who combines excellence in both academics and cross country skiing, while pursuing post secondary, university, or college education. Funding provided by Canadian university alumni cross country skiers and other interested parties.
Governance
Cross Country Nova Scotia administers the provincial ski team through established policy. View policies as below.
Provincial Team Selection Policy | CCNS
Concussion Policy | CCNS (coming soon)
Long Term Athlete Development Model (LTAD) | NC
Long Term Athlete Competition Model | NC
Canadian Sport Helpline | Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada
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