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C.B. Bechtel – Executive Director – Updated COVID-19 Practice

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  Updated COVID-19 Practice A few days ago I sent out an update to everyone at Team Summit regarding COVID and our mandatory mask policy/practice at Team Summit.   Today we received disturbing data from Summit County public health. At this time over 20% of Summit County residents have had reported cases of COVID-19 over the last few months. Over 20% of those have had it in the last 7 days. That doesn’t include those who tested positive using a home test that was not reported.   Therefore, effective immediately, Team Summit will be enforcing the following: Masks...

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Team Summit Alpine Ability Update – December 12, 2021

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Dear Team Summit Alpine Ability Athletes, Parents, and Coaches:   This update is focused on upcoming races, eligibility, registration procedures, and additional race information.   The recent number of recent questions regarding racing has revealed to me that I haven’t been clear in my communications. My apologies for any confusion or lack of information.   I will hopefully communicate all that you need to know to be able to access the necessary information and complete registrations below.   If you do have questions, please direct them to me for any U16 related...

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The FIS Mogul Team shreds Sweden

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The FIS Mogul Team made a trip to Idre Fjall, Sweden this November to train and compete. This kicked off Team Summit’s competition season before the season begins here in the U.S. Athletes included Evelyn Harris, Jackson True, Justin Jachimowicz, Sophie Jachimowicz, Reese Lemnah, and 2 athletes from different Colorado clubs, Tenley Leonard of Winter Park and George McQuinn of Purgatory. Coaches Zak Watkins and Scott Rawles were in attendance.  Jackson True Cork 7X The trip consisted of 9 training days and 2 competition days. Athletes were able to focus on new techniques and adapted...

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Start to Intro To Team Summit

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Dear Parents and Athletes,  I hope you all are getting as excited as I am about our first day of ITS  this coming weekend. You will be recieving an email from your child's coach this week.  Meeting locations and updated information for each mountain can be found on the ITS calendar: {CCM:BASE_URL}/members/calendars/intro-team-summit-calendar Our ITS webpage has information as what to bring this weekend and can answer many of the  frequently asked questions parents have.  I would also like to remind everyone...

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December Athlete of the Month

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  December Athlete of the Month | Sam Hirsh – Moguls Sam Hirsh – Moguls Hard work, Determination,  Passion, Courage, Appreciation, Humility, Support, Grit, and Teammate are only a few adjectives that describe  Sam. He is a pleasure to Coach, listens to feedback, and is always ready to lend a hand.  Sam embodies Team Summit values and core values and will go far in whatever he pursues.    Nominees: Noah Dippenaar – Big Mountain Michael Green – Alpine Asher Cockrell – Park & Pipe Ronan Muckler – Sn...

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The 16th Annual Charity Shopping Extravaganza

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The 16th Annual Charity Shopping Extravaganza is back and better than ever on Saturday, November 20th, 2021 from 10 AM – 4 PM. Join us for a day of shopping and exclusive savings all while benefitting local charities. Shopping Extravaganza is a day full of shopping, prizes, and fun, all to raise money for non-profit organizations in our local community. Your ticket includes: Exclusive store discounts Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar ONE scratch-off prize ticket TWO grand prize raffle ticket $5 OAS gift card Private catered lunch Complimentary beer and wine tasting   TICKETS...

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Alpine Update – November 14, 2021

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  Alpine Update – November 14, 2021 Dear Team Summit Alpine SRD, Age Class and Ability Parents; Alpine Coaches:   Thank you to all who attended yesterday’s Family Orientation sessions! For those who were unable to attend, all sessions are recorded and posted for viewing on your own schedule here: {CCM:BASE_URL}/FamilyOrientation

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Alpine Update – November 9, 2021

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Dear Team Summit Alpine SRD, Age Class and Ability Parents; U16 and FIS Athletes, Alpine Coaches:   Today, Tuesday, November 9 at 5 PM is the annual introduction of the US Ski Team at Copper Mountain!   Saturday, all members are invited to participate in the virtual Team Summit Family Orientation beginning at 900 AM.   RMD has finalized and published the 2021-22 race calendar.   Finally, you may be interested to watch this week’s Sync Athlete Interview.   Please read on for additional information and details on these items and please don’t hesitate to reach...

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Team Summit Alpine Age Class Update – October 28, 2021

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Team Summit Alpine Age Class Update – October 28, 2021 Dear Team Summit Alpine Age Class Athletes, Parents, and Coaches: The first few days of on-snow training in Copper have been fantastic! A big shout out and thank you to Copper Mt. and the Competition Department for providing such a great opportunity and their support of Team Summit!  Calendars for training and racing in TeamSnap are being updated as information becomes available. The “Age Class U14, 12, 10” calendar is updated in TeamSnap with training dates and times through December 15 with training dates and...

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Key Ingredients for Muscle Gain

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The Key Ingredients For Muscle Gain When it comes to nutrition for muscle gain, most athletes’ minds go straight to protein. Though protein is essential for muscle gain, there are some other things to consider.  This article covers the three key ingredients for muscle gain, plus how to use nutrition to maximize your strength training.

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