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Community FeatureFrom the Archives: CXC Lake Placid Training Camp Report, October 2008

Gavin KentchOctober 26, 2021

The following article was originally published on FasterSkier on October 15, 2008. It was written by CXC (Central Cross Country Skiing) athletes Kristina Owen and Heather Zimmerman. Roughly contemporary photos have been added for this reprinting; the pictures that originally appeared with this article are no longer available. The piece is simultaneously from very much another era, yet also completely timeless. On the one hand, “Caitlin Compton” now has a different last name; Jessie Diggins,...

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Multimedia Nordic Nation PodcastsNordic Nation: Caitlin Gregg — Athlete, Mother, and Team Birkie Head Coach

Rachel PerkinsSeptember 1, 2021

In early July, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation announced the launch of the Team Birkie professional racing team. The elite post-graduate training group would pull from the three primary midwestern clubs, the Loppet Foundation, Central Cross Country Skiing (or CXC), and the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation. While the midwest has a strong culture of cross country skiing with a breadth of strong youth and masters racing teams, it has been nearly a decade since the...

General Interviews News Racing Results US NationalsIt’s All In the Timing, Bratrud Garners Third U.S. Nationals Title In World Championships Year

Gabby NaranjaJanuary 3, 2019

If there’s one skier on the U.S. domestic circuit who knows how to time his wins, it’s Kyle Bratrud. The 25 year old now has three U.S. Cross Country Championship titles to his name–his most recent coming on Thursday in the men’s 15-kilometer classic race in Craftsbury, Vt–with all of these wins simultaneously falling on Championship years. In 2015, while still a senior at Northern Michigan University, he earned his first national title by winning the...

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General Job Postings NewsSummer of 2018: Coaching and Industry Moves (Updated)

FasterSkierAugust 13, 2018

(Note: This article has been updated to include the hiring of Miles Havlick as the University of Utah’s head nordic coach, which was announced Monday afternoon.) There have been several notable career changes in North American nordic skiing this summer. Here’s a quick look at who moved where: Robert Lazzaroni: from U.S. Ski & Snowboard to Salomon. Last week, Salomon announced via a press release that Lazzaroni, of Park City, Utah, will join its staff as...

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Continental Cup General Interviews News Racing UncategorizedEliška Albrigtsen (Formerly Hájková) Heading Three CXC Programs

Gabby NaranjaOctober 10, 2017

Many mornings, Eliška Hájek Albrigtsen’s husband, Tobias Albrigtsen, has to peel her out of bed. Living the life of an early bird like her spouse is nowhere near the top of her list — partly because she spends most nights prodding her hubby awake as he finishes his work, partly because she is strung out between four jobs of her own. Being in charge of three ski programs while assisting a fourth is not where...

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General News Testing TrainingCXC’s Center of Excellence Seeks to ‘Study Latest Innovations in the Sport’

Gabby NaranjaAugust 29, 2016

With plans to begin research this fall, CXC's Madison-based Center of Excellence is on the brink of bringing new scientific studies to nordic skiing. “Our goal is to have top sports science facility to study latest innovations in the sport, potential application in cross country skiing to improve training, recovery and performance," CXC Executive and Athletic Director Yuriy Gusev explained.

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Collegiate General Interviews News Racing US Ski TeamWith ‘Bigger Target’ on His Back, Torchia Joins U.S. Ski Team, Sticks with NMU

Gabby NaranjaMay 10, 2016

After being nominated to the U.S. Ski Team D-team, Northern Michigan University junior Ian Torchia has decided to stay in school while simultaneously accepting the nod to the country's most-coveted training group. “One of the main reasons why I wanted this to happen is to show that you can do it while you’re in college,” Torchia explains.

Sponsor NewsToko Mega Field Report

TokoJanuary 20, 2016

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Continental Cup General News Racing US NationalsPhotos from U.S. Nationals: Classic Sprint

BrainspiralJanuary 12, 2016

U.S. nationals in Houghton, Mich. concluded last weekend with the 1.5 k classic sprints on the Michigan Tech Trails. Here are a collection of photos recapping the final day of the 2016 championships. Special thanks to Christopher Schmidt.

Other NewsQ & A with USSA Nordic Director Robert Lazzaroni

Eric ByramDecember 18, 2015

Why is membership growth important? Nordic skiing is a family – we’re all very close. We’re proud of our sport heroes. We need to give our entire family an opportunity to feel the pride of supporting our national team and the development system that helped them reach the top. Now, for just $15, you can be a part of their success. What’s important for USSA competitors? One of the most important elements of a sport program is having...

Other NewsCXC End of the Year Drive

Eric ByramDecember 5, 2015

“Giving kids one more activity they find interesting and engaging, as a way to use their bodies to help settle their minds and be more available for the traditional learning is really beneficial and the “Brenden has been skiing with the “Passion for coaching and the sport only gets you so far, then you have to have the skill set to draw from to coach properly; especially now when you are seeing the pipeline...

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Camps Lifestyle Resources TrainingThanksgiving Camp Guide: Where To Go in the U.S. and Canada

BrainspiralNovember 26, 2015

Sure, West Yellowstone's the biggest and one of the longest-standing annual November ski camps in North America, but there are several other options across the U.S. and Canada for early season skiing. Start planning next year's trip now.

Sponsor NewsFischer to Support CXC Thanksgiving Nordic Festival At Telemark

FischerNovember 7, 2015

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Training WorkoutsWednesday Workout: Metronomes with Michigan Tech’s Alice Flanders

BrainspiralSeptember 30, 2015

This week, Michigan Tech and CXC's Alice Flanders shares a unique track workout: done by double poling to the beat of a metronome around a 400-meter track while working on technique at varying tempos.

Other News14th Birkie Trail Run & Trek on Sept. 26

American BirkebeinerSeptember 23, 2015

Birkie Trail Run & Trek Kicks off this Saturday on the Legendary Birkie Trail One day. Eight events. Introducing NEW Ultra 100K Marathon! Hayward, WI (September 22) — The 14th annual American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation® (ABSF) Birkie Trail Run & Trek, Presented by Salomon, will be held on the iconic Birkie Trail this Saturday, September 26th. From the challenge and intensity of a new 100K Ultra Marathon to the fun of a 5k run/walk, an...

Other NewsCXC Bike Drawing to Benefit Adaptive Program for Children

BrainspiralAugust 17, 2015

Press release) Central Cross Country Ski Association to support The 1st place winner will receive a custom designed, hand crafted, Shimano Ultegra wheel-set (or similar equivalent) and Shimano Ultegra speed component group (or similar equivalent). Total manufacturer’s suggested retail price of the bike and included components is $8,500.00. Second, third and fourth places will be able to choose between three packages in the order of the finish: 2nd Place Fat Bike Birkie Entry 3rd Place...

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General Lifestyle Marathons MastersMasters Minds: A Tale of Two Ski Days

BrainspiralApril 7, 2015

CXC masters skier and American Birkebeiner board member Charlie Dee recalls the story of two subsequent days of skiing in 2014 and the memories of late coach Igor Badamshim that came with them.

Other NewsCXC Seeks Communications and Media Coordinator

BrainspiralFebruary 10, 2015

Central Cross Country Ski Association is looking for Communications and Media Coordinator. Position Activities:Writing – Developing impactful and targeted written communications content Data Management – Management of data of communications audiences and messages Content Distribution – Innovative management and operation of content distribution systems including Website, email, blogs and other means Web Management – Management of communications on CXC’s Web site, providing leadership and guidance to all CXC staff, plus integration with third-party sites, especially social...

Other NewsInterview with CXC President Oyvind Solvang

BrainspiralDecember 18, 2014

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General IPC News Para Nordic Regional / LocalIPC World Champs Return to U.S., Cable to Host at Telemark

Alex KochonOctober 3, 2014

The U.S. is hosting world championships this year -- specifically, Cable, Wis., where the American Birkebeiner starts annually, is gearing up to be the site of the 2015 International Paralympic Committee (IPC) World Championships from Jan. 22-Feb. 1.

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