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the First Issue of Deaf Skiing and Snowboard Australia's Newsletter.
Deaf Skiing and Snowboard Australia Incorporated was founded
on 3rd June 2002 to promote the skiing and snowboarding sports
within the deaf community. We aim to build a strong relationship
with the world of deaf skiers and snowboarders in Australia.
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Photo
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Dean Hecker at Mt Buller, Australia in July 2002.
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ISF Press Release
- On June 22nd, 2002 the Board of Directors of the International
Snowboard Federation (ISF) voted, with one abstention, to follow
the advice of its Executive Committee and declare insolvency
of the ISF immediately. The lack of a credible solution to the
financial difficulties and the missing support of past partners
forced this drastic action. Therefore all ISF operations will
cease immediately. The New Zealand Junior World Championships
will now come under the control of the organizing committee
and the nations. The National Associations and their competitions
will continue to be a vibrant asset to our sport. The information,
results, and rankings of these events and the participating
riders will continue to be posted on www.snowboardranking.com
as an independent service. The Board of Directors would like
to thank our sponsors, our friends, and our supporters for helping
us realize our dream for the past 10 years. We continue to love
our sport and know there will be growth and excitement as we
move forward. |
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If you have any good photos of your skiing or snowboard trip
please email us with a short story and we will vote for the
photo of month in next newsletter. |
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Flashback
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In the men's Non-stop downhill at the1975 VIIIth Winter Deaflympic
Games held at Lake Placid, New York USA. Andrew Swan was placed
in the top three qualifying time for the two combined runs
on a hard pack and icy trail. Andrew and some of the other
competitors waxed their ski's basement to suit the conditions
of an icy trail and a sunny day before going to sleep. However,
at 4 o'clock in the morning it began snowing on the course.
The Swiss team coach woke in the morning to check the condition
of the course and waxed all the Swiss' skis to suit the soft,
fresh snow. The Swiss finished in all top 5 positions for
the Men's final downhill and Andrew Swan placed at 10th on
a fresh powder trail.
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Resorts News
MT HOTHAM - Mount Hotham Skiing Company continues to provide
a world-class alpine experience by increasing snowriding terrain.
In 2002, the adrenalin pumping slopes of Golden Point will be
featured in the resort's trail map, increasing skier terrain
to over 320 hectares.Intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders
will savour the opportunity to discover the ultimate backcountry
adventure at Golden Point. Boasting an extra 75 hectares of
snow terrain, Golden Point is famous for untracked powder and
wild tree lined glades. While the Golden Point area is not patrolled
by ski patrol, the trails all lead to the bottom of either Blue
Ribbon or the Village Chair, meaning snowriders no longer have
to walk out!!
FALLS CREEK
- Shaped lanes in the resort's new Snow Tubing Park were opened
on 3rd July. Snowtubing will now be available at Falls Creek
from 1pm to 6pm daily, Saturday to Thursday inclusive (conditions
permitting).
MT BULLER - Mt. Buller has put itself at the cutting edge of
snowmaking technology by becoming the first Australian ski resort
to trial the new generation 24/7 "Bucceri" snowmaking
system. Unlike conventional snow making the "Bucceri"
system does not rely on ambient temperatures for cooling and
is capable of making snow 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
BLUE
PERISHER - Boarders who simply want to access Australia's best
Half Pipe (as voted by boardtheworld.com) can now purchase the
new Pass for only $50.00 saving $27.00 on a regular day pass.
So get to the top with your own devoted lift and smack some
big air. |
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Sundsvall Update -
Deaf Sports Australia's Justin Hanrahan has been in contact
with the Australian Olympic Committee and they have sent some
of the uniforms from the Australian Team at Salt Lake Olympic
Games. Some of uniforms will be used by the Australian Team
in February 2003 at the Sundsvall Deaflympic Games.
DSSA would like to say thank you to the Australian Olympic Committee
and Justin for offering their support towards the team in preparing
for the Games. |
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Fast Fact
- Its true mate! The last time speed skating was in the Games
program was at the 1987 Winter Deaflympics held in Oslo, Norway.
It was cancelled at the 1991, 1995 and 1999 Games due to the
few number of competitors. |
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Donations
- In support for the upcoming Winter Deaflympics at Sundsvall,
Sweden in February 2003, DSSA are seeking donations of funds
or material. If interested in donating or supporting our athletes
and the DSSA please email us at dssa_info@yahoo.com.au.
Thank you for your support and encouragement of deaf snow
sports.
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