Elm Creek Series Results

by Amy Xu
February 5, 2014

Conditions: Air temp. -2F, little wind. Very nicely groomed trails.

Race course: 1 lap of 5K lit trails (Valley Trail loop, Thicket trails, Northern Light trails).

Race distance: 5K, both classic and freestyle, mass start.

There are more stories, laughs, and memories than the racers tonight. Our xc skiing champion and Team Strong Heart elite skier, Matt Liebsch, came and celebrated with the skiers and friends his Olympic season. Away from his family, friends and supporters for months, Matt thanked everyone, recounted his journey and mission to support and bring awareness to the chariy Camp Odayin. As a recognition of Matt's ambassadorship and his achievement, Silent Sports Foundation did a matching donation to Matt. Matt has been an inspiration to many skiers.

Freestyle(F)/Classic(C)
Tim Hieb                  19:02 (F) - male skate winner
Blake Weiss               27:22 (F)

-- Amy Xu (Results), Melinda Silbernick (Race Director and Timer)