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CANADIAN WOMEN’S ROAD TEAM SET TO START SEASON IN EUROPE

(Ottawa, April 4, 2014) The Canadian Women’s Road team will make its spring debut in Europe this week.  Between April 7 and May 4 eight riders will tackle a busy race schedule in Holland, Belgium and Luxembourg with a mix of one day races, stage races and the iconic Fleche Wallonne World Cup.  The riders will stay at the Canadian base, located in Tielt-Winge, Belgium.

The team is a mixture of experienced and development riders, some of whom will be contesting races on European soil for the first time.  This concentrated block of racing will provide the riders with early-season intensity as well as the opportunity to race against the best in the World.

The Canadian team boasts Track World Cup champions and World Championship silver medalists Allison Beveridge and Steph Roorda, who will be accompanied by a mix of track endurance and road athletes.

RACING PROGRAM

  • 07.04.2014: Grand Prix de Dottignies (UCI 1.2) BEL
  • 09.04.2014-13.04.2014: Energiewacht Tour (2.2) NED
  • 20.04.2014: Ronde van Gelderland (1.2) NED
  • 23.04.2014: Fleche Wallonne (CDM) BEL
  • 25.04.2014: van Borsele ITT (NE) NED
  • 26.04.2014: EPZ Omloop van Borsele WE (1.2) NED
  • 27.04.2014: Dwars door de Westhoek (1.1) BEL
  • 02.05.2014-04.05.2014: Festival Luxembourgeois (2.1) LUX

RIDERS

  • Allison BEVERIDGE (Calgary AB)
  • Annie EWART (Victoria BC)
  • Catherine DESSEUREAULT (Ville-Marie QC)
  • Gabrielle PILOTE-FORTIN (Neuville QC)
  • Leah KIRCHMANN (Winnipeg MB)
  • Annie FOREMAN-MACKEY (Hamilton ON)
  • Steph ROORDA (Vancouver BC)
  • Anika TODD (Victoria BC)

SUPPORT STAFF

  • Denise Kelly – Road Coach
  • Craig Griffin – Track Endurance Coach
  • Michel L’Hoest – Soigneur
  • Dan Peters – Mechanic

 

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BMX NATIONAL PROGRAM KICKS OFF 2014 SEASON IN TEXAS

Team to compete this week at US Cup events to kick off the 2014 National Team program

(Ottawa, ON – April 1, 2014) The Canadian BMX team will be kicking off its 2014 season this week at the BMX Texas US Cup in DeSoto, Texas, USA.

Classified as a UCI race, the race in DeSoto offers the opportunity for the Canadian team members to earn valuable UCI points while providing riders with a good warm up for the 2014 Supercross season.

The three-day competition starts on April 4.

 

CANADIAN TEAM – BMX Texas US Cup

Rosemary Adams (Women Pro)

Jim Brown (Elite Men)

Drew Mechielsen (16 girls)

Hayden Mechielsen (Junior Men/17-18 boys)

James Palmer (A Pro)

Mischa Partridge (A Pro)

Brandon Reid (A Pro)

Alex Tougas (15 boys) [World U15 Champion]

Amelia Walsh (Women Pro) [Canadian Elite Champion]

Corey Walsh (A Pro)

 

Ken Cools, Head Coach

Adam Muys, Coach

 

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RESULTS – 2014 UCI BMX PANAMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

RESULTS

2014 UCI BMX PANAMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

ELITE MEN/HOMME ÉLITES

1. Connor FIELDS (USA)

2. Jared GARCIA (USA)

3. Tory NYHAUG (CAN)

4. Corben SHARRAH (USA)

5. Thomas ZULA (USA)

 

ELITE WOMEN/FEMMES ÉLITES

1. Alise POST (USA)

2. Brooke CRAIN (USA)

3. Felicia STANCIL (USA)

4. Dani GEORGE (USA)

5. Alaina HENDERSON (USA)

 

JUNIOR MEN/HOMMES JUNIORS

1. Sean GAIAN (USA)

2. Collin HUDSON (USA)

3. Alden VOLLE (USA)

4. Walker FINCH (USA)

5. Cole TESAR (USA)

 

JUNIOR WOMEN/FEMMES JUNIORS

1. Johanna Gisselle HERNANDEZ SALAZAR (MEX)

2. Shealen RENO (USA)

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FOUR MEDALS FOR CANADA AT MOUNTAIN BIKE CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Trudel, Kofman, Caron and Gagné all grab medals for Canada in early season championships

(Ottawa, ON – March 31, 2014) Canada competed  at the 2014 UCI Mountain Bike Pan-American Championships on the weekend, and fared well winning four medals, one in each of the categories with Canadian representation.

Raphael Gagné of Québec, QC rode to the bronze medal in the Men Elite race, crossing the finish line with a time of 1:45:12, just ahead of countrymen and reigning Canadian Champion Derek Zandstra of Trenton, ON, who took fourth place.

“I came here to defend my second place from last year, but my goal was for a Top 5. I gave all I had today, so I am pleased with third. I had logisitical problems in my travels, but thanks to the support from the national team program and the will do to well, I am very happy to have persevered and make it here to these Championships,” said Gagné, after his medal performance.

In the men’s espoirs (U23) race, Antoine Caron of Stoneham, QC stepped up to the challenge and finished third, grabbing the bronze medal after racing for 1:31:15. Caron was involved in a tight race for the silver medal, finishing just six seconds behind the silver medallist.

“The race went better than planed given my left scaphoid injury (wrist). The heat made the race very tough, but I was able to stay hydrated and my pacing strategy paid off at the end… On last lap, I was really close to the Brazilian rider to finish second, but he still had some legs in him,” said Caron.

In the Elite Women category, Mikaela Kofman of Toronto, ON was also riding with the hopes to medal at these championships after stepping on the podium last season. In hot conditions, she managed to ride to the silver medal, posting a time of 1:45:09.

“It was definitely a hard, hot and long race. I went off the start knowing that I had to race smart, hoping that some riders would fade. Mary [McConneloug, USA] went off and I thought she could hold the lead, but she faded. With two laps to go, I was feeling good and was able to distance Mary. Danielle [Campuzano, MEX] was strong today!”

Frédérique Trudel of Breakeyville, QC, the 2013 U23 Canadian Champion, was also a contender for a medal at this event, and did not disappoint. The young rider started with a fast pace, but couldn’t hang on and took the third place, winning the bronze medal. “This was a tough first race of the season for me. I started out strong and faded in the last two laps,” commented Trudel. “It was getting hot out there and I should have drank a little bit more. Overall, I’m happy with my result!”

The 2014 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup tour starts on April 10th with cross-country and downhill races in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The worldwide tour will make nine stops before the 2014 UCI World Championships in Hafjell, Norway, the final event of the year. Canada will host one event on the 2014 UCI World Cup Tour, hosted in Mont-Sainte-Anne, QC, from July 31 to August 3.

RESULTS – 2014 UCI MOUNTAIN BIKE PAN-AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

MEN ELITE

1. Stephen ETTINGER (USA) 1:44:08

2. Fabio Hernando CASTANEDA MONSALVE (COL) 1:45:08

3. Raphael GAGNE (CAN) 1:45:12

4. Derek ZANDSTRA (CAN) 1:45:32

5. Spencer PAXSON (USA) 1:47:04

 

WOMEN ELITE

1. Daniela CAMPUZANO (MEX) 1:44:31

2. Mikaela KOFMAN (CAN) 1:45:09

3. Mary MCCONNELOUG (USA) 1:45:49

4. Erin HUCK (USA) 1:46:18

5. Agustina Maria APAZA (ARG) 1:47:43

 

MEN U23

1. Jhonnatan BOTERO VILLEGAS (COL) 1:30:21

2. Luiz COCUZZI (BRA) 1:31:09

3. Antoine CARON (CAN) 1:31:15

4. Andrey FONSECA (CRC) 1:32:11

5. Miguel LONDONO NARANJO (COL) 1:33:05

 

WOMEN U23

1. Ines Carolina GUTIERREZ (ARG) 1:33:14

2. Xiomara GUERRERO (COL) 1:34:09

3. Frederique TRUDEL (CAN) 1:34:27

4. Florencia ESPINEIRA (CHI) 1:34:32

5. Laura BIETOLA (CAN) 1:36:03

 

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CANADIAN MOUNTAIN BIKE TEAM HEADING TO BRAZIL FOR PAN-AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

Nine athletes to represent Canada in UCI Continental Championships, finalizing their preparations prior to 2014 season

(Ottawa, ON – March 26, 2014) After an intense off-season training block and a few early season competitions, the Canadian Mountain Bike Team is back on the competition trail as it continues its preparations for the upcoming season. The team, which is part of a growing and world-leading system, is headed for Barbacena, Brazil, where it will compete against some of the top mountain bikers from the Americas.

The team of nine Canadian athletes is highlighted by a mix of young emerging talent and proven, experienced athletes. Among the group are some contenders for medals including Raphael Gagné of Québec, QC, Mikaela Kofman of Toronto, ON and Frédérique Trudel of Breakeyville, QC (2013 U23 Canadian Champion), all of which have been medallist at the 2013 Continental Championships. Notably, reigning Canadian Champion Derek Zandstra of Trenton, ON will also be suiting up for Canada.

The Canadian contingent will be headed to these UCI Continental Championships with the objectives to gain international experience, earn precious points for world rankings, and prepare for the upcoming World Cup season and World Championships.

The competition starts on March 27, and runs through to March 30.

CANADIAN TEAM- 2014 UCI PAN-AMERCAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

  • Laura Bietola (U23 Women) Greenwood, ON
  • Léandre Bouchard (U23 Men) Alma, QC
  • Antoine Caron (U23 Men) Stoneham, QC
  • Raphaël Gagné (Elite Men) Québec, QC
  • Mikaela Kofman (Elite Women) Toronto, ON
  • Jérémy Martin (U23 Men) Boischatel, QC
  • Maghalie Rochette (U23 Women) St-Jerome, QC
  • Frédérique Trudel (U23 Women) Breakeyville, QC
  • Derek Zandstra (Elite Men) Trenton, ON

 

  • Dan Proulx, Head Coach
  • Tara Lazarski, Physiotherapist
  • Adam Trotter, Mechanic
  • Justin Morse, Mechanic

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CANADA LEAVES UCI TRACK WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS WITH SILVER AND BRONZE

Ottawa, Ont., March 2nd, 2014 – The fifth and final day of the UCI Track World Championships in Cali, Colombia marked another exciting day for racing, but not a lucrative one for Canadian medals. 

Laura Brown of Vancouver, B.C., wrapped up the final three events of the Women’s Omnium. She started the day strong with a fourth place finish in the Individual Pursuit, but lost her legs in the Scratch Race, where she placed 15th of 17 riders. Brown came back with a solid ninth place finish in the 500 m Time Trial, but it wasn’t enough to get her to the Podium. She finished eighth overall.

“I was pretty honoured to get selected to do the Omnium at The World Championships.” said Laura Brown, after her finish.  “Craig and I took it one event at a time because it is a bit of a beast.  I had some really good performances and some really bad performances, but that’s the Omnium.  I learned a lot and had fun doing it and am pretty happy overall with my performance.”

Canada managed to secure two medals over the course of the five-day event: silver in Women’s Team Pursuit (Allison Beveridge, Laura Brown, Jasmin Glaesser and Steph Roorda), and bronze in the Women’s Points Race (Glaesser).

Germany leads the medal count with eight in total, four gold and four silver. France and Australia follow respectively. Canada ranks 11th.

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JASMIN GLAESSER WINS BRONZE AT UCI TRACK WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

(Ottawa, Ont., March 1, 2014) – Canadian track cyclist Jasmin Glaesser of Coquitlam BC won bronze in the Women’s Points Race at the 2014 UCI Track World Championships on Saturday in Cali, Colombia.

Glaesser jumped to the front of the peloton early, placing third in the first sprint. Although briefly dropping back to sixth after 30 laps, she pushed forward to win the fifth sprint, solidifying her third-place position, which she was able to maintain until the end.

This is Canada’s second medal of the Track World Championships after Women’s Team Pursuit secured silver on Thursday.

“It was a tough race. Getting the win would definitely have been better but I’m happy nonetheless” said Jasmin Glaesser after the race. “I was able to get some early points and then took a lap with a few others early on. Mid race was a bit tougher for me but I was able to get my legs back at the end to grab those few extra points to secure the bronze.”

Earlier on Saturday, Hugo Barrette, the only man representing Canada at the Championships, competed in the Men’s Sprint event, where he finished 29th.

Laura Brown finished ninth in the flying 250 m, the first of six events that comprise the Women’s Omnium. She was ninth again in the second event (the Points Race). In the third event, the Elimination race on Saturday evening, Brown finished sixth.

Brown will compete in tomorrow’s final three Omnium events.

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CANADIAN WOMEN’S TEAM PURSUIT TAKES SILVER AT TRACK WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

(Ottawa, Ont., Feb. 27, 2014) – It was an exciting day for racing at the UCI Track World Championships in Cali, Colombia. Strong winds gusted heavily through the Velodrome in the afternoon, which caused unpredictable headwinds during many of the races. The wind died down in time for the evening races, as the temperature dropped to a manageable 20C. 
 
Canadian women’s Team Pursuit, comprised of Laura Brown (Vancouver, BC), Allison Beveridge (Calgary, AB), Stephanie Roorda (Vancouver, BC) and Jasmin Glaesser (Coquitlam, BC) set the pace earlier in the day in the qualifying round with a time of 4:30.721, mere moments behind Great Britain who qualified with 4.28.597. Australia trailed just behind Canada with 4.31.504.
 
Also on the track this afternoon for the first round of the Men’s Keirin was Hugo Barrette, who finished with a strong 3rd place in the first round, but couldn’t keep his legs for the Repechage.
 
The evening races had the WTP squad back on the track to race Great Britain for gold. It was a close race with Canada taking the lead early in the race. At 2500m Canada dropped down to three riders, and Great Britain caught up to overtake the Canadians in the final few hundred meters, which sealed up the Gold Medal. Canadian Women’s Team Pursuit leaves with Silver. Australia, with bronze. 
 
Craig Griffin, Cycling Canada’s Track Endurance Coach, summed up the race by saying, “The girls went out with the intent of winning it. They rode a hard race. They attacked the race head-on from the beginning and only lost the lead with a few laps to go. Their performance shows their determination and their commitment to the program. The program is getting stronger as the weeks go by and will only be getting stronger once we get the keys to our new home in Milton.”
 
Competition continues Saturday and Sunday for the Canadian Track Cycling Team. 
 
Photo Credit: Canadian Cyclist

 
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Team Canada ready to roll in Cali

(Ottawa, ON – February 27th, 2014) As the 2014 UCI Track World Championships get started today in Cali, Colombia, the Canadian Track Cycling team eagerly awaits the opportunity to end their season on a high note.

Although Canada is not set to race until Thursday, there are reports from the first day of racing that the track is fast – with one track record already set in the first session of racing.

Thursday will boast a full day of racing for Canadians, with the World Cup champion Women’s Team Pursuit Team competing in the qualification round in the afternoon with the goal of reaching the medal finals in the evening.

Defending champions Great Britain, Australia and the USA are all expected to provide stiff competition.

“This season has been special in terms of coming together as a team, and success this year is a testament to that,” says Women’s Team Pursuit athlete Laura Brown. “Tomorrow is about doing what we do best. We are among the best in the world and if we stay focused something special will happen.”

Also on track Thursday afternoon in the Men’s Keirin is Hugo Barrette, who finished fourth at the final World Cup of the season. Barrette will be aiming move through to the final rounds in the evening.

“The team has had a great three-week preparation block in Los Angeles and Cali, and are cautiously optimistic that they will come home with a medal at these Worlds,” says Cycling Canada Track Endurance coach Craig Griffin. “The colour of the medal will depend on how well the plans are executed. Fifty per cent of our team have never competed at Worlds but all are motivated to leave everything on the boards. These are exciting times for Cycling Canada as there is way more to come.”

Full details and program can be found here.

Team Canada:

Women’s Endurance (Team Pursuit, Omnium, Points Race)

  • Jasmin Glaesser (21, Coquitlam BC)
  • Laura Brown (27, Vancouver BC)
  • Steph Roorda (27, Vancouver BC)
  • Allison Beveridge (20, Calgary AB)
  • Kirsti Lay (25, Calgary AB)

Men’s Sprint (Sprint, Keirin)

  • Hugo Barrette (22, Sherbrooke QC)
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CYCLING CANADA UNVEILS TRACK WORLDS TEAM

(Ottawa, ON – Feb 21, 2014) A mix of veterans and newcomers will race in the Canadian colours at the track cycling world championships in Cali, Colombia, from Feb. 26 to March 2.

Canada’s medal hopes will centre on the women’s team pursuit team, which won the overall World Cup this season with a gold and two silvers. Olympic bronze medallist Jasmin Glaesser will be joined by long-time teammates Laura Brown and Steph Roorda. With Gillian Carleton missing the worlds due to illness, Allison Beveridge and Kirsti Lay will round out the squad. The four-rider starting lineup will be decided after the team travels to Cali, as will the starter for the omnium and for the points race.

Hugo Barrette will be the sole Canadian entrant in the men’s sprint and keirin, coming off a strong performance in the final World Cup of the season. Missing the worlds will be Olympian Joseph Veloce who continues to improve after being seriously injured in a crash last summer. Veloce competed in the final World Cup of the season last month but he has opted to skip worlds in order to focus on the Commonwealth Games.

 “As we continue building towards Rio, it’s encouraging to see that we continue creating depth in our programs and can field a competitive team, despite some of our top athletes not being present.” says Jacques Landry, High Performance Director at Cycling Canada. “With the Olympic qualification period afoot Canada’s track team is definitely in a good position to perform in Rio when we factor in our ever increasing talent pool, top level coach leadership and soon to be world class facility in Milton to train in.”

Team Canada:

Women’s Endurance (Team Pursuit, Omnium, Points Race)

  • Jasmin Glaesser (21, Coquitlam BC)
  • Laura Brown (27, Vancouver BC)
  • Steph Roorda (27, Vancouver BC)
  • Allison Beveridge (20, Calgary AB)
  • Kirsti Lay (25, Calgary AB)

Men’s Sprint (sprint, keirin)

  • Hugo Barrette (22, Sherbrooke QC)
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