The Amelia McGuiness Australian Snowsports Development Foundation (AMASDF) was established in memory of Amelia McGuiness who tragically died in a skiing accident in 2009.

All monies raised are distributed to our emerging athletes via the Amelia McGuiness Scholarship Program, applications to open in mid-September each year. This scholarship is dedicated to providing practical support (for equipment, training and resources), for up-and-coming winter snowsports athletes from the age of 10 to 18 years old, across all disciplines including Para winter athletes.  2019 marks the 10^th Anniversary of Amelia’s passing and since then, the foundation has distributed $194,860 in funds to emerging athletes.

This event is the perfect opportunity to practice in a Cross Country event before the SSA Northern States Interschools Championship.

AMELIA McGUINESS CROSS COUNTRY SPRINTS & TEAM RELAYS

Amelia McGuiness Cross Country Sprints is an individual Junior event only.  The Amelia Cross Country Sprints are a chance to gain valuable Cross Country event experience before the SSA Northern States Interschool Championship, while raising funds to support emerging winter athletes.

Individual Cross Country Time Trials will be followed by Team Sprints (teams assembled by event organisers on the day based on Sprint times).  Bring your skate skis or your classics – whatever you will have the most fun on!

Location:  The Nordic Shelter, Perisher Cross Country Centre

Date:  Sunday 18^th August 2019

Course:  Perisher Cross Country Trails

Race Times:  1pm – Time Trial with the Team Sprints to follow

Cost:  $40 per entry.  $50 per entry if registered on the day of the event.

Entries:  Entries open Monday 29th July and will close Monday 12th August 2019. Waivers must be submitted at the time of entry along with payment via credit card.  Late entries may be accepted at the bib registration desk during bib collection times.

Bib Collection:  From 11:30 - 12:30 at the Nordic Shelter.

Presentation:  Presentations will be held at the Nordic Shelter immediately after the Team Sprints.  Presentations are informal as this is a fun event that focuses on participation and gaining experience. Participation certificates will be available to download closer to the event.

Results: Results will be available on the Interschools website after the event.

Contact:  Leslie Ludwig nswxc1@gmail.com

All Participants must have a current SSA SnowID in order to register.  If you do not have a SnowID or are unsure if you have a SnowID, please visit https://www.snowracer.com.au/registration/  Once you have obtained a SnowID you will be sent a Username via email to use when you register.  Please ensure that your SnowID details are up-to-date and your membership is active.

Snowracer (identified with your SnowID #) has been implemented by SSA and is an initiative to increase participation for recreational and competitive skiers and snowboarders and is FREE to join.  All participants with a current SnowID # are provided with FREE insurance cover while competing in Australia. This insurance is for non-medical expenses to the value of $500 and covers items such as refunds for