Upcoming Key Dates
August 15: Deadline to register for CSSA programs for September 3 start. Registration link: https://icereg.ca/#!/events/calgary-speed-skating-association-20242025
August 17: Try Speed Skating at the Oval from 1-2 PM
August 23: Last day of Spring/Summer program
August 23-24: Summer Classic long track competition for 13+
August 24: Single distance #1 short track competition for 14+, time standards required
August 27: Skate rental/parking pass pick-up/marketplace in North Storage area
September 3: Start of the fall/winter programs at the Oval
Sunday September 8: 7:00-7:45 PM Zoom presentation to families with skaters in 11-13 Youth age group and 13-14 Neo-Junior age group. 8:00 – 8:45 PM: Zoom presentation to all new families, intro to the sport, safety equipment, competitions, etc.
October 1: Start of the fall/winter programs at Seton YMCA
Early October: Zoom presentation on how competitions work
· Parking Passes
Parking passes are available for sale at a cost of $310 as the University has increased prices. Passes are valid for lots 10 or 11 before 8 AM and after 4 PM weekdays as well as anytime on the weekends: https://icereg.ca/#!/events/parking-passes-skate-rental-drop-ins-other-2024-25 Parking passes are worthwhile for skaters coming 2x weekly or more.
· Skate Rentals
Skate rentals are INCLUDED in all Youth Group prices. Skate rentals only need to be purchased for skaters in Groups A & B and adults, who wish to rent CSSA short-track skates: https://icereg.ca/#!/events/parking-passes-skate-rental-drop-ins-other-2024-25
· Skate Rental, Parking Pass Pick-Up & Marketplace on Tuesday August 27
Skate rental and parking pass pick-up will be on Tuesday August 27 between 5:30 & 7:30 PM at the Oval North Storage area. All CSSA members – past & present – are also welcome to sell outgrown equipment to other members at the marketplace located on the track outside North Storage (tables & chairs will be provided). To reduce crowding, time slots have been organized based on the skater’s last name. Try as much as possible to come during time allotted.
o 5:30 – 6:00: Last names starting with A to D
o 6:00 – 6:30: Last names starting with E to L
o 6:30 – 7:00: Last names starting with M to R
o 7:00 – 7:30: Last names starting with S to Z
· Volunteer Opportunity – Skate Rental Pick-Up
Hello everyone,
Volunteer opportunities for “Skate Rental Pick-Up 2024” are now open.
Please click on the following web link (or copy it into your web browser if clicking doesn’t work) to go to the signup sheet:
To sign up, just follow the instructions on the page. It only takes a few seconds to do.
Thank you for volunteering!
Christa Burry
Vc.volunteers@calgaryspeedskating.ca
· UR Store – CSSA Gear now available: Looking for jackets, hoodies, t-shirts, headwear, jackets, etc.? The new CSSA branded items are now available for purchase for kids, women and men on:https://urstore.ca/calgary-speed-skating-association_527601 Order and pay by credit card and your items will be delivered directly to your home.
· Congratulations to the Following CSSA Officials Promotions
| Andrea Tyrell | AB | Apprentice National | Competitor Steward ST |
| Andrew Cross | AB | International | Starter LT |
| Andrew Cross | AB | International-W | Starter ST |
| Eileen Dooley | AB | National | Clerk of the course |
| Marc McGee | AB | National | Referee LT |
| Paul Chateau | AB | National | Starter LT |
· Speed Skating Alberta (SSA) Update
The following were elected to the SSA Board of Directors:
Antonio Faiola, President
Rachel Miller, Vice-President
Andrew Cross will co-chair the Officials Development Committee (ODC).
Tammy Currie and Greg Ogilvie will co-chair the Skater Development Committee (SDC) Directors at large: Sheyla Burgos-Khan, Cherise Eaves, Sylvie Tanguay
The Board will focus on the Awards Committee which will be chaired by Cherise Eaves. She will be supported by Sylvie Tanguay, Greg Ogilvie, and Sheyla Burgos-Khan with a focus on reviewing the current awards categories (and new categories).
· Level 2 Referee Clinic – Sept. 27-28 at the Calgary Olympic Oval Boardroom
Speed Skate Alberta is excited to announce a Level 2 Speed Skating Referee Clinic, perfect for those looking to advance their officiating skills and gain a deeper understanding of speed skating rules and regulations.
Referee Instructors: Jacky Shoebridge – ISU Int W ST and Rhona Hathaway – ISU LT
Cost: $50 + GST per registrant
Registration Deadline: September 20th at 5 pm
Who Should Attend:
· Existing Level 1 referees looking to upgrade their certification
· Officials with experience in other skating sports interested in speed skating
· Coaches and former athletes with a deep interest in officiating
Registration:
To register, please complete the https://icereg.ca/#!/events/2803-level-2-referee-clinic and submit it by September 20th. For more information or questions, contact officials@aassa.ca.