NYSEF

Gore Program Update

December 21, 2015

Hello Gore families,

It looks like yet another warm week is in store for us here at Gore Mountain. Snow was made over the last few days and conditions have improved but we are still dealing with very limited terrain.

Sometimes life in the Adirondacks is not always what you want. But in the spirit of the resourceful mountain people who settled these wild lands, Gore will be offering other activities for you to enjoy during the Holiday period. These activities include guided hikes, craft tables, climbing wall, Euro-bungee and live music. Check with the marketing department for a full schedule of events.   

 We do plan to offer limited training over the Holiday period, Saturday December 26^th – Thursday December 31^st. Please note that anticipated lift opening times have changed.

U8, U10, U12 groups

-          These groups will meet at the Training Center 9:30 am, (this is a time change). Please do not bring new skis. Groups will ski until 12:30 pm and be dismissed for the day. Families should enjoy all that Gore and beautiful North Creek have to offer in the afternoons.

U14 group

-          U14’s look for a connect text from Coach Rich Burnley as to your arrival time. This group will also be dismissed for the day at 12:30 pm Please do not bring new skis

U16/U19 group

-          U16/U19’s you will receive a direct email from your coaches as to arrival time. Plan to be here for a full day.

Free Ride

-          Meet your coaches at 9:30 in the Training Center. Plan to ride until 12:30. After that enjoy sometime on the Euro-bungee.  

Monday & Tuesday December 28 & 29^th:

-          We will be offering yoga for skiers. This is not your regular yoga!! These classes will focus on core strength and elongating the muscles you need most. Class time is 1:30 each day. Class size is limited so please email me if you would like to attend. This will be really good, so sign up really soon.

But Bone…..What happens if this whole plan goes to …… changes??

-          If there is any change to lift loading times or training schedules. We will make every effort to: email, face book, blog, remind text, tweet (I think we tweet). So not to worry, I wanted to get this out sooner than later, as you make your plans for the Holiday week.

All of us at NYSEF are wishing you and your families safe traveling, a time of sharing and wonderful family memories during this Holiday season. Oh, and a little snow…just a little

Bone Bayse

Program Director/Head Coach

NYSEF Gore

boneb@nysef.org

Hello Parents,

A quick email to update you about this coming weekend December 12 & 13^th   Gore Mountain will be back to regular operating hours. This means that coaches will be meeting athletes at 8:30, (regular time), in front of the Training Center. 

We will be holding a U10/U12 parent meeting this Saturday morning December 12^th at 8:40 am in the NYSEF building. This meeting will provide information about the season, so it would be good to

 attend.

Skiing this weekend will be limited to the terrain that was available last weekend. We can be thankful that the mountain has done a good job of maintaining skiing while we get through this warm weather pattern.

There is good news in site, as we are seeing favorable temperatures coming in around the 15^th. This should allow the skiable terrain to expand rather quickly.

See you Saturday!

Bone 

Hello everyone and welcome to the on snow part of our fall training. Training begins this Saturday December 5th at 8:30 am. Athletes should be dressed and ready to go. Be advised that skiing is limited and your child's coach, may choose dry land activities rather then ski. So, please come prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear.

Also, a reminder that training ends each day this weekend at 12 pm.

We look forward to seeing everyone this weekend!

Dress warm this weekend

Hello Parents and Athletes,


This weekend is predicted to be the coldest temps, that we have seen in many years. Please dress appropriately for this anticipated weather. Hand and toe warmers along with face protection should all be worn.


Thank you,


Bone

Teach Youth Athletes Good Sportsmanship

There’s nothing like the elated feeling your children get after winning a game they’ve practiced for day and night. But that good feeling can quickly dissipate when faced with bad sportsmanship. Youth sports are a great opportunity for kids to build self-esteem and learn the essentials of playing a game. But it’s also an opportunity for parents and coaches to teach the importance of good sportsmanship. While parents cheer for their kids on the sidelines, it’s also imperative for them to be positive role models and strong examples of what it means to be a good sport. Our kids look to their role models, and when adults and athletes have a win-at-all-cost mentality, it can ruin the game and bring out the worst in everyone. Play with integrity. One of the most essential lessons a child can learn from sports is to follow the rules. Make sure your team understands the rules and doesn’t break them, even if they have the opportunity to get away with it. Respect the officials. It’s important to teach not only our young athletes but also our parents and coaches to respect the referees and officials. Our kids have a watchful eye and take notice when parents and coaches are disrespectful. Be a good sport. This means doing what we can to lift our teammates up and help them reach their potential. Being a good teammate means also being a good person on and off the field regardless of the outcome. Maintain self-control. Keep your cool, have a positive attitude, and don’t overreact during practice or games. Be encouraging of other players. Let the coaches coach. Avoid chiming in with your coaching advice for the team, or other parents. Let those in charge run the plays. To bring about the above behaviors, and many others that constitute good sportsmanship, Positive Coaching Alliance encourages players and parent and coaches to “Honor the Game.” And to remember components of this code, PCA uses the acronym ROOTS, which stands for Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates and Self. Following these tips, along with reminding your children you’re proud of them no matter what, will help instill the values of sportsmanship and collectively ensure that our kids have the best sports experience possible.

Karbon Order

The Karbon clothing order has arrived. Pants and speed suits can be picked up this weekend. Jackets will be ready on December 13th.

U10/12 Race Schedule & Holiday Week Training

This seasons U10/12 race schedule here at Gore is as follows: 1. January 4th, 2015 2. January 18th, 2015 3. February 8th, 2015 4. February 22nd, 2015 5. March 15th, 2015 Awards picnic = March 21st, 2015 Training for this age group over the Holiday week, December 26th - 31st. (training on the 31st ends at noon)