The Continental Cup Team is listing three coaching position for the 2009 World Juniors and U23 World Championships. Two of the positions are fully funded, and one position will require the coaches’ club to cover the airfare. Coaches looking to apply for these positions should have experience working with athletes aged 16-22, a strong background in waxing and testing skis, and be willing to work hard for two weeks and seven races. That said, we are looking to develop coaches and welcome all applications from coaches wishing to gain new experience and willing to share their own.
Please send a resume and brief cover letter to mwhitcomb@ussa.org by October 1st. The staff will be selected by October 5th.
Selection criteria for athletes are posted at www.ussa.org – go to “Sports,†“Cross Country,†then “Advancement,†or click here.
Trip Details
Location: Praz De Lys, France
Rough Trip Dates: Jan 20st-Feb 7th, 2009
Coaching Staff:
Head World Junior Coach: Matt Whitcomb (USST)
Head U23 Coach: Pat Casey (USST)
Head Serviceman: Randy Gibbs (USST)
Assistance Serviceman: Chris Mallory (SVSEF)
Coach(Fully Funded): TBA
Coach(Fully Funded): TBA
Coach(Ground Cost Funded): TBA
Physical Therapist: TBA (USST)
Race Schedule
Jan 29 U23 10/15K Freestyle
Jan 31 U23 Pursuit 7.5/7.5 Ladies, 15/15 Men
Feb 1 U23 AND Junior Classic Sprint
Feb 3 Junior Pursuit 5/5 and 10/10
Feb 5 Junior 5/10K Freestyle
Feb 6 Junior Relay
Event Website
www.prazdelys2009.org
