JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
GOAL OF THE JUNIOR DEVO PROGRAM
To create a clear pathway of junior athlete development and to impact athlete performance while maximizing athlete education. The foundation of the program is to provide year-round, sport specific, skill-based training focusing on long term development directed by high quality coaches.
The CXC Junior Development Program was formed in April, 2007 to identify talented and motivated junior cross country racers on a continuing and consistent basis. This will lead to increased success for the Midwest and Great Lakes Junior Olympic Teams and U.S. Junior National Teams in the international arena; provide high-level training and regional camps to benefit and enhance the development of junior cross country racers at all levels; and, through the use of carefully selected and licensed coaches, develop a mechanism for the exchange of ideas and curriculum to improve all levels of skiing in the Central Region.
IGOR BADAMSHIN – CXC Junior Development Coach
* To inquire about becoming a Junior Team Member, please contact the Junior Development Coach IGOR BADAMSHIN.
Any pre college J3, J2, J1 and OJ athletes can apply to the program. Members will be selected based on the following criteria:
- consistent progression of results and CXC/USSA Ranking;
- demonstrated physiological performance;
- commitment to the CXC Skiing;
- individual desire and commitment;
- the ability to work within the Team structure.
Program starts on May 1 and applications for the program can be submitted anytime prior May 1. Members will be named on May 1.
APPLICATION FORM
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PARTICIPATING?
1. The opportunity to train with the best juniors in the region, CXC Team Vertical Limit and US Ski Team athletes.
2. Professional quality coaching.
3. Exposure to CXC Team Vertical Limit and US Ski Team coaches.
4. Exposure to college Nordic programs and coaches.
This program is available to pre-college J3, J2, J1, and OJ athletes.
