Friday, February 27, 2009

QUINTE BAY INVITATIONAL SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH, 2009
Flight #1


Interclub C, B, A and Prov D
(Tyler Hutchings, Erin Dane, Kelsey Horn, Kasey Fallis, Bailey Ramsay, Naomi Smith, Emma Chau, Eric Polasek, Hannah Delany)

9:00 – 9:30 Registration
9:30 – 9:50 General Stretch
9:50 – 10:30 Specific Stretch
10:30 – 11:45 Competition
12:00 Awards



Flight #2 – Friday March 6th


Demo, Prov. C, B, A
(Rachel Dhingra, Jack McGarr, Taylor Athay, Jamie Patrick, Monique Lazaurk, Kezia Allen, Stephanie Milligan, Hannah Bocas)

11:30 – 12:00 Registration
12:00 – 12:20 General Stretch
12:20 – 1:00 Specific Warm Up
1:00 – 2:00 Competition
2:15 Awards


CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL OF YOU NEXT FRIDAY!
BEST OF LUCK TO LUKE MACKINNON THIS WEEKEND AT THE TOUR COMPETITION IN ST. HYACINTHE, QUEBEC!!

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE ATHLETES IN THE OGC TUMBLING PROGRAM FOR THEIR AMAZING RESULTS AT THE PAST TWO COMPETITIONS!!

There were many podium finishes and most of our athletes have qualified at least once for Provincial Championships!

Jonathan Meehan, Lauren Rotolo and Luke MacKinnon have all qualified for Provincial Championships, as well as National Championships!

Talia Valentine, Monique Lazaruk, Rachel Sardella, Taylor Athay, Marlo Rosart, Haley Palmer, Kiana Ng, Taylor Morris, Cameron Dodd, Bryan Holden, Kezia Allen, Paxton lapko, Rachel Dhingra, Vanessah Sears-Duru, Hannah Bocas, Anthony Gentili, Josh Sardella, Braden Currie, Michael Chaves and Cory Marsh have all qualified for Provincial Championships!

PODIUM FINISHES FROM 1ST QUALIFIER INCLUDED:
Haley Palmer 3rd (Provincial C 13/14)
Cameron Dodd 1st (Provincial C 12-)
Bryan Holden 1st (Provincial 13+)
Kezia Allen 1st (Provincial 13-)
Anthony Gentili 2nd (Provincial B)
Josh Sardella 3rd (Provincial B)
Michael Chaves 2nd (Provincial A)
Luke MacKinnon 1st (National Novice 10-14)
Lauren Rotolo 3rd (National Novice 15+)
Jonathan Meehan 3rd (Youth National)

PODIUM FINISHES FROM 2ND QUALIFIER INCLUDED:

Bryan Holden 1st (Prov C)
Cameron Dodd 1st (Prov C)
Haley Palmer 2nd (Prov C)
Kezia Allen 1st (Prov B)
Josh Sardella 1st (Prov B)
Anthony Gentili 2nd (Prov B)
Cory Marsh 1st (Prov A)
Michael Chaves 2nd (Prov A)
Luke MacKinnon 1st (National Novice)
Lauren Rotolo 3rd (National Novice)
Jonathan Meehan 1st (Youth National)



We are all so proud of all of your accomplishments! Keep up the great work!

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

More Pictures from Montreal Training Camp











Niki and Dave took some of the National Athletes to Montreal to a training camp in St. Hyacynthe last November. The athletes met or met up again with the athletes of the Voltigeurs Club. Daniel Constantin, the head coach put all of the athletes through their paces during 2 training sessions at their gym and then everyone took part in the Montreal Santa Claus Parade. Here are some pictures highlighting the 3 days.

First Qualifier Pictures-

















Well, what a successful weekend! Teresa and Dave were happy with the way all of the athletes handled their first meet of the year. They had positive comments from a number of judges and other coaches. Here are some pics of the kids. Let's hope this upcoming meet will be as or more successful!
BEST OF LUCK TO ALL OF OUR PROVINCIAL AND NATIONAL ATHLETES THIS WEEKEND AS THEY COMPETE AT 2ND QUALIFIER IN ETOBICOKE!!

Here are the written directions to the Etobicoke Gymnastics Club in case any one needs them!

1186 Martin Grove Road

Directions to Gym

From North West:

Hwy 427 South to Hwy 409 East, Hwy 409 East exit at Martin Grove Road, proceed north on Martin Grove Road, approx 1 km.

From West:

Hwy 401 East to Hwy 427 North, Hwy 427 North to Hwy 409 East, Hwy 409 East exit at Martin Grove, proceed North on Martin Grove, approx. 1 km.

From North East:

Hwy 400 South to Hwy 401 West, Hwy 401 West to Hwy 409 West, Hwy 409 West exit at Martin Grove, proceed North on Martin Grove, approx. 1 km

From South:

Hwy 427 North to Hwy 27 North, Hwy 27 North to Belfield Road, turn right onto Belfield, second set of lights is Martin Grove Road, turn left onto Martin Grove, approximately ½ kilometer

Note: The gym is located on the west side of Martin Grove Road.

Directions to Hotel
The Holiday Inn is located on the northwest corner of Martin Grove Road and Dixon Road.

CONGRATS TO LUKE MACKINNON FOR QUALIFYING FOR THE ONTARIO TOUR TEAM!!
Luke placed first in a very challenging Novice 10-14 (Male and Female category combined) category at the Tour Selection event Dec 5th and 6th at the Burlington B.G's.

He will be competing with the rest of the Ontario Team in St. Hyacinthe, Quebec Feb 28th to March 1st.
BEST OF LUCK LUKE!!!

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Hi Everyone!
In between feedings and diaper changes, I am getting a little time to FINALLY put some things up on the BLOG. I will do my best to keep it updated!







Here are a couple of pictures from the Montreal training camp! We were getting ready for the Santa Clause Parade!