Just wanted to say a quick Happy 114th Canada Day to our country and all my fellow Canadian's. Hope everyone enjoyed their day off and was able to celebrate with family and friends.
I see this video this morning and thought that it was perfect for today!
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Showing posts with label Canada. Show all posts
Friday, July 1, 2011
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Denver Stock Show 2011- Simmental Bull Show Results
Well finally after a week of Denver happening the Simmental show finally started. Today the Juniors and Bulls showed, with the Females showing tomorrow.
Both Harvie Ranching and Remington Cattle Company were taking part in the bull show today. Although not huge numbers were in the bull show, they quality was strong as ever.
I was excited to see the Mr Hoc Broker bull do well, as he is a 3/4 brother to our heifer Elegant Force.
Congratulations to the Canadian's on another great show, and good luck tomorrow in the ever tough female show.
Both Harvie Ranching and Remington Cattle Company were taking part in the bull show today. Although not huge numbers were in the bull show, they quality was strong as ever.
I was excited to see the Mr Hoc Broker bull do well, as he is a 3/4 brother to our heifer Elegant Force.
Congratulations to the Canadian's on another great show, and good luck tomorrow in the ever tough female show.
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| MR HOC Broker- Res. Champion Bull |
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| Harvie JDF Wallbanger 111X- 2nd in Class |
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| REMINGTON LOCK N LOAD 54U- 1st in Class |
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Denver Stock Show 2011- Shorthorn Bull Show Results
Another day kicked off in Denver with the Shorthorn Bull show on the hill. There was only one Canadian farm showing today, and they are actually neighbors of ours only living about 20 mins away from the farm.
Alta Cedar Shorthorns showed three bulls today. Although there were no class winners, they still did a great job representing Canada.
Alta Cedar Shorthorns showed three bulls today. Although there were no class winners, they still did a great job representing Canada.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Denver Stock Show 2011- Herford Female Show
The Canadian Hereford breeders were busy today wrapping up their show in Denver. Five different farms were showing today including
Glenlees Farm
Combined between the Horned and Polled show, there were 1-1st place, 1- 2nd place, and 1- 3rd place.
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| Triple A Max's Platinum ET 4X - 1st in Class |
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| Polled Heifer from Blair Athol |
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Denver Stock Show 2011- Black Angus Bull Show Results
Well the Canadian crew had another great day down in Denver. You can see full results here.
Although the bull show is much smaller then the female show, Canada was extremely well represented again today. We finished with:
1 Res. Division Champion
4 Second Place
3 Third Place
Here are some of the Canadian cattle from the show today.
Although the bull show is much smaller then the female show, Canada was extremely well represented again today. We finished with:
1 Res. Division Champion
4 Second Place
3 Third Place
Here are some of the Canadian cattle from the show today.
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| BANDURA REPUTATION 15X- 3rd in Class |
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| BANDURA MASTER PIECE 9X- 4th in Class |
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| SOUTHLAND FREE STYLE 163U- 4th in Class |
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| EXAR Marathon 2921B- 4th in Class |
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| HF BENGAL 116X- 2nd in Class |
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| HF El Tigre 28U- Res. Sr Bull |
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| HF SWAGGER 75W- 3rd in Class |
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| Justamere 4065 Stabilizer 507U |
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| SAV Prodigy 8101- 2nd in Class |
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Denver Stock Show 2011- Bases Loaded
Today is a relatively slow day for the Canadian's in Denver. There is lots of movement int he barns with Black Angus and Herefords getting moved into the Hill, and our Red Angus friends have all headed for home now.
Tonight however, things will get amped up big time for our Canadian Black Angus breeders!
The Bases Loaded sales is one of the elite Angus sales in North America. In the past few sales, some Canadian herds have been invited to participate in this event.
The sale is held at Coors Field, the baseball diamond where the Colorado Rockies play. They actually have the cattle there, so it is a really neat one of a kind event.
This year there is one lot that has gotten a lot of buzz not only in Canada but also the USA. HF Kodiak 5R is one of the most influential Black Angus bulls in the breed. He is Canadian born and bred, and a really impressive bull both to see and to look at what he has produced.
The Bases Loaded sale is one that I make sure to watch each year. It is pretty cool to watch cattle sell for potentially $100,000.00. And it has happened before!
The sale is going to be featured on Live Auctions tonight, and the sale starts at 5:00PM MST
Tonight however, things will get amped up big time for our Canadian Black Angus breeders!
The Bases Loaded sales is one of the elite Angus sales in North America. In the past few sales, some Canadian herds have been invited to participate in this event.
The sale is held at Coors Field, the baseball diamond where the Colorado Rockies play. They actually have the cattle there, so it is a really neat one of a kind event.
This year there is one lot that has gotten a lot of buzz not only in Canada but also the USA. HF Kodiak 5R is one of the most influential Black Angus bulls in the breed. He is Canadian born and bred, and a really impressive bull both to see and to look at what he has produced.
The Bases Loaded sale is one that I make sure to watch each year. It is pretty cool to watch cattle sell for potentially $100,000.00. And it has happened before!
The sale is going to be featured on Live Auctions tonight, and the sale starts at 5:00PM MST
Monday, January 10, 2011
Denver Stock Show 2011- Red Angus
Well I am proud to say that Canadian Red Angus breeders should be extremely proud today. Although I am not a Red Angus breeder myself, they are still Canadian beef cattle, and I am all for the promotion and success of our cattle!
Earlier today I posted about those Red Angus breeders who are down in Denver and competed in the show today.
You can also stop at the Denver Stock Show website to get the full results from today's show.
In summary though....
3 Division Winners
3 Res. Division Winners
12 Class Winners
7 2nd in Class
Here is just a sample of some of the winners!
Earlier today I posted about those Red Angus breeders who are down in Denver and competed in the show today.
You can also stop at the Denver Stock Show website to get the full results from today's show.
In summary though....
3 Division Winners
3 Res. Division Winners
12 Class Winners
7 2nd in Class
Here is just a sample of some of the winners!
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| Red Lazy MC Cowboy Cut 26U- Res. Sr. Bull |
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| Red Six Mile Sierra 281X- Res Jr. Heifer Calf |
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| Red Six Mile Cheta 702W- 3rd in Class |
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| Red Blair's Foxy 63X- 1st in Class |
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| Red Blair's Sugerland 5X- 1st in Class |
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| Red DMM Glesbar Barndance 35X- 1st in Class |
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| Red Northline Plush 122X- 1st in Class |
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| Red Northline Wise Guy 56X- Ch. Spring Bull Calf |
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| Red Northline Chuck Norris 305X- Res. Ch. Spring Bull Calf |
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| Red Northline Fat Tony 605U- Grand Champion Bull |
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| Red McRae's Reba Lee 121W- 1st in Class |
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Elegant Force
On Monday I got a call from my dad in the morning. He wanted to know if I wanted to buy a heifer with him. He knew that I had been wanting to buy something, but anything that I was looking at was way out of my budget!
Dad and I had been looking at a heifer in the NAILE sale for a few weeks. We both had really been wanting a black baldy heifer, and something that was a little different pedigreed. We found this heifer, and I did a little bit of digging on her.
She is out of a really strong cow family, and had done pretty well in her show career to date. The only problem was if we could afford her or not... That's where dad's phone call came in. He thought that if we partnered up we could maybe afford her then!
Long story short about 4 hours after the original phone call we had bought the heifer! She comes from a small farm in Kentucky, called Happy 6 Simmentals. They have a really cool story about how they got into cattle, and about their son Cramer if you are looking for a good read!
The heifer is now headed to get her tests done in Iowa and will cross the border in about 2 or 3 weeks. I am super excited to see her, and can't wait for her to get here!
Dad and I had been looking at a heifer in the NAILE sale for a few weeks. We both had really been wanting a black baldy heifer, and something that was a little different pedigreed. We found this heifer, and I did a little bit of digging on her.
She is out of a really strong cow family, and had done pretty well in her show career to date. The only problem was if we could afford her or not... That's where dad's phone call came in. He thought that if we partnered up we could maybe afford her then!
Long story short about 4 hours after the original phone call we had bought the heifer! She comes from a small farm in Kentucky, called Happy 6 Simmentals. They have a really cool story about how they got into cattle, and about their son Cramer if you are looking for a good read!
The heifer is now headed to get her tests done in Iowa and will cross the border in about 2 or 3 weeks. I am super excited to see her, and can't wait for her to get here!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Blast From the Past
Today I was going through my usual routine. Get to work, do a quick stop at some of my favorite websites (check out the blogs I follow, cattle.com, style.com, The Pioneer Woman, Just Jared, Steer Planet, and Facebook) Trust me I know it is a lot.
I always make Facebook my last stop, as sometimes during a slow day it just gets left on. Today while I was catching up, my chat popped up. Much to my surprise it was a friend from the past!
In 2004 I had the privilege to get to travel to Washington D.C for the National 4-H Conference. IT was a trip that I won, and I was there representing Alberta. I will take you down memory lane one day, as it was one of the best trips of my life, but that's a story for another day.
While I was there, I met a fellow 4-Her from North Carolina. His name was Casey, and I called him America. In return he called me Canadia. We got along really well, he taught me all about NCAA Final Four Basketball, and I taught him about how Canada was actually a civilized country, and no we did not drive dog sleds.
After the conference we kept in touch. He sent me a package of what North Carolina was like. A Hurricanes flag, a USA dollar bill, a pin of the North Carolina flag, and other little treasures. In return, I sent him what Canada was in a box. Things like a flag, maple syrup, and a Toonie.
Back to my story though. Today the chat message that popped up was from Casey! It had been years since I had talked to him so it really took me my surprise. This is the message that he send:
I always make Facebook my last stop, as sometimes during a slow day it just gets left on. Today while I was catching up, my chat popped up. Much to my surprise it was a friend from the past!
In 2004 I had the privilege to get to travel to Washington D.C for the National 4-H Conference. IT was a trip that I won, and I was there representing Alberta. I will take you down memory lane one day, as it was one of the best trips of my life, but that's a story for another day.
While I was there, I met a fellow 4-Her from North Carolina. His name was Casey, and I called him America. In return he called me Canadia. We got along really well, he taught me all about NCAA Final Four Basketball, and I taught him about how Canada was actually a civilized country, and no we did not drive dog sleds.
After the conference we kept in touch. He sent me a package of what North Carolina was like. A Hurricanes flag, a USA dollar bill, a pin of the North Carolina flag, and other little treasures. In return, I sent him what Canada was in a box. Things like a flag, maple syrup, and a Toonie.Back to my story though. Today the chat message that popped up was from Casey! It had been years since I had talked to him so it really took me my surprise. This is the message that he send:
Once upon a time there was this girl from Canada who sent me a Toonie.
I still have that Toonie in a box that I keep full of good memories.
I still have that Toonie in a box that I keep full of good memories.
It completely took me by surprise. I could not believe that a simple gesture like sending a Toonie would be remembered 6 years later. It was a great little reminder that sometimes the smallest gestures mean the most.
Monday, April 19, 2010
TFLN
Ever had a bad day, or need a laugh, a distraction from life, or to remember the days when you were wild and crazy in college?
Well do I have a cure for you!!
Text from last night is the most genius website invented. Yes it wastes time, and is silly, and some may say a waste of time, however, it does all of the things i mentioned above (makes you laugh, makes a bad day a good day, and distracts you for a few moments)
Now Canadians are just catching onto this site. (Yes I know it has taken us a little while). Most people are still not understanding what it is all about.
The idea behind it is to send it our texts that you sent to other people and post them on the website. Then other people read them and have a chuckle about what you said. The posts are anonymous, other then the area code that you are from is show.
My friend Shaun and I have recently submitted our first post, and no I'm not going to tell you what one it is, other then it is a good one!!
The next time you are down in the dumps and needing a laugh, check out TFLN. Trust me it will brighten your day!
Well do I have a cure for you!!
Text from last night is the most genius website invented. Yes it wastes time, and is silly, and some may say a waste of time, however, it does all of the things i mentioned above (makes you laugh, makes a bad day a good day, and distracts you for a few moments)
Now Canadians are just catching onto this site. (Yes I know it has taken us a little while). Most people are still not understanding what it is all about.
The idea behind it is to send it our texts that you sent to other people and post them on the website. Then other people read them and have a chuckle about what you said. The posts are anonymous, other then the area code that you are from is show.
My friend Shaun and I have recently submitted our first post, and no I'm not going to tell you what one it is, other then it is a good one!!
The next time you are down in the dumps and needing a laugh, check out TFLN. Trust me it will brighten your day!
Sunday, February 28, 2010
21st Winter Olympics:Day 17 Recap
The time has come and the 21st Winter Olympics have come to a close. Before the flags were lowered and we said good-bye to Vancouver there were 2 more medals to hand out.
Tonight's blog is going to be a bit different. Hope you have enjoyed the daily recaps!
1. Men's Hockey
The big question was gold or silver? Canada was facing a rematch against the USA. It was going to be a nail bitter with no question. Canada came out to a great start. We shot out to a 2-0 lead in the second period. The USA got a goal to get within 1 goal. With only 25 seconds left in the game the USA tied the game to lead to overtime. Canada dominated in overtime, and came out with the win!
This game was the highlight of the Olympics. It was "the" event of games, and really anything but a gold would have been unacceptable. This game was amazing. It came out with a story tale ending as Crosby scored the winning goal.
Words cannot describe the feelings that happened within the game. Before the game started my family was talking about if we would have paid the $2000 to be at the game. Dad and I both said that we would in a minute. Mom was pretty hesitant. However, when we were standing receiving our medals she quickly changed her mind!
2. Top 5 Olympic medal moments
5. Canadian women winning gold and silver in the 2 man bobsled
4. Joannie Rochette winning bronze after her mothers death
3. Canadian women winning 3rd consecutive Hockey gold
2. Alexandre Bilodeau winning Canada's first gold
1. Canadian Men winning Hockey Gold
The Red Mits
Looking to Sochi
Tonight's blog is going to be a bit different. Hope you have enjoyed the daily recaps!
1. Men's Hockey
The big question was gold or silver? Canada was facing a rematch against the USA. It was going to be a nail bitter with no question. Canada came out to a great start. We shot out to a 2-0 lead in the second period. The USA got a goal to get within 1 goal. With only 25 seconds left in the game the USA tied the game to lead to overtime. Canada dominated in overtime, and came out with the win!
This game was the highlight of the Olympics. It was "the" event of games, and really anything but a gold would have been unacceptable. This game was amazing. It came out with a story tale ending as Crosby scored the winning goal.
Words cannot describe the feelings that happened within the game. Before the game started my family was talking about if we would have paid the $2000 to be at the game. Dad and I both said that we would in a minute. Mom was pretty hesitant. However, when we were standing receiving our medals she quickly changed her mind!
2. Top 5 Olympic medal moments
5. Canadian women winning gold and silver in the 2 man bobsled
4. Joannie Rochette winning bronze after her mothers death
3. Canadian women winning 3rd consecutive Hockey gold
2. Alexandre Bilodeau winning Canada's first gold
1. Canadian Men winning Hockey Gold
The Red Mits
Looking to Sochi
Saturday, February 27, 2010
21st Winter Olympics- Day 16 Recap
I know i keep saying what a day for the Canadians, but today was officially the most successful day for Canadians at a Winter Olympics.
1. Men's Curling
The one thing the Kevin Martin did not have to his list of things won was an Olympic gold medal. That was until today. In a great game this athlete confirmed that he is the best player to have ever played the game, and is only getting better as time goes by.
2. Men's Speed Skating Team Pursuit
Canada continued on its gold medal ways with a second gold of the day. The men were not expected to beat the USA in this race, but did a great job to come out on top. Yet anther way to close out the Long Track Speed Skating at these Olympic games.
3. Men's Parallel Giant Slalom Snowboarding
This is another one of my favorite events at the Olympic games. 2 of these athletes were featured in a CTV show called Over the Bolts prior to the Olympics. The other member of the team was veteran Jasey Jay Anderson. He said going into these Olympics that they would be his last, and what a way to cap it all off with the 3rd gold medal of the day.
Matthew Morison finished 11th and Michael Lambert finished 12. A great showing for all of these athletes.
4. Men's 4 Man Bobsled
The medals kept rolling in this time with a bronze medal in the 4 Man competition. The USA were heavy favorites coming in and they took the gold. Canada's team anchored by Lyndon Rush were ranked #7 in the world, so a bronze medal is amazing for them. This team hold lots of future for the sport in the years to come.
Pierre Lueders finished his bobsleigh career with a 5th place finish. He was the only veteran on the this team, and it was a disappointing finish to this athletes career. However, he did a great thing in training and passing on his knowledge to 3 other young athletes to take the sport over.
Good stories from today
To bad they didnt want to keep these flights
What a way to win
Such a sad day
1. Men's Curling
The one thing the Kevin Martin did not have to his list of things won was an Olympic gold medal. That was until today. In a great game this athlete confirmed that he is the best player to have ever played the game, and is only getting better as time goes by.
2. Men's Speed Skating Team Pursuit
Canada continued on its gold medal ways with a second gold of the day. The men were not expected to beat the USA in this race, but did a great job to come out on top. Yet anther way to close out the Long Track Speed Skating at these Olympic games.
3. Men's Parallel Giant Slalom Snowboarding
This is another one of my favorite events at the Olympic games. 2 of these athletes were featured in a CTV show called Over the Bolts prior to the Olympics. The other member of the team was veteran Jasey Jay Anderson. He said going into these Olympics that they would be his last, and what a way to cap it all off with the 3rd gold medal of the day.
Matthew Morison finished 11th and Michael Lambert finished 12. A great showing for all of these athletes.
4. Men's 4 Man Bobsled
The medals kept rolling in this time with a bronze medal in the 4 Man competition. The USA were heavy favorites coming in and they took the gold. Canada's team anchored by Lyndon Rush were ranked #7 in the world, so a bronze medal is amazing for them. This team hold lots of future for the sport in the years to come.
Pierre Lueders finished his bobsleigh career with a 5th place finish. He was the only veteran on the this team, and it was a disappointing finish to this athletes career. However, he did a great thing in training and passing on his knowledge to 3 other young athletes to take the sport over.
Good stories from today
To bad they didnt want to keep these flights
What a way to win
Such a sad day
Friday, February 26, 2010
21st Winter Olympics:Day 15 Recap
What a day for Canada. We knew that the 2nd week of the Olympics would be Canada's week, but this is just great.
1. Men' Hockey
Everyone wanted a rematch of the Canada vs USA game, and that is exactly what they will get. Sunday these 2 teams will face off for the gold medal.
Slovakia put out a great performance tonight and will play Finland for the bronze medal. This will we Slovakia's best finish ever in the Olympics.
2. Women's Curling
This was a bit of a disappointment with Canada only getting silver. Canada had a chance twice to win the game, and let it slip through her hands. Cheryl Bernard still had a great competition, especially for being a rookie on the International scene. Sweden ended up winning the gold medal, a repeat of 2006.
The bronze medal went to China. These girls live and train in Leduc, so they have a great Canadian connection.
Game recap
3. Men's Short Track 500m
Finally the men got to shine. Tonight was Charles Hamelin's day. This is the best distance for him, and he dominated in this race coming out with a gold medal. Canada also took the bronze by Fransois-Louis Tremblay. We also had a 9th place finish in this race.
Race details
4. Short Track Men's 5000m Relay
The men had a busy night tonight as the same 3 men also competed in the 5000m relay, as well as the other Hamelin brother. The guys had broke Olympic records all afternoon in qualifying, so we knew we would be in good contention.
The race was so close that it came down to a photo finish with Canada winning the gold. These men raced so well today to wrap up the speed skating for the 2010 Olympics!
1. Men' Hockey
Everyone wanted a rematch of the Canada vs USA game, and that is exactly what they will get. Sunday these 2 teams will face off for the gold medal.
Slovakia put out a great performance tonight and will play Finland for the bronze medal. This will we Slovakia's best finish ever in the Olympics.
2. Women's Curling
This was a bit of a disappointment with Canada only getting silver. Canada had a chance twice to win the game, and let it slip through her hands. Cheryl Bernard still had a great competition, especially for being a rookie on the International scene. Sweden ended up winning the gold medal, a repeat of 2006.
The bronze medal went to China. These girls live and train in Leduc, so they have a great Canadian connection.
Game recap
3. Men's Short Track 500m
Finally the men got to shine. Tonight was Charles Hamelin's day. This is the best distance for him, and he dominated in this race coming out with a gold medal. Canada also took the bronze by Fransois-Louis Tremblay. We also had a 9th place finish in this race.
Race details
4. Short Track Men's 5000m Relay
The men had a busy night tonight as the same 3 men also competed in the 5000m relay, as well as the other Hamelin brother. The guys had broke Olympic records all afternoon in qualifying, so we knew we would be in good contention.
The race was so close that it came down to a photo finish with Canada winning the gold. These men raced so well today to wrap up the speed skating for the 2010 Olympics!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
21st Winter Olympics:Day 14 Recap
The women have been setting the example the last couple of days. Hopefully the men can start to come through with some medals.
1. Curling
Both our men and women qualified through to the gold medal games. The women will play tomorrow and the men on saturday. Both teams should have a great shot at gold after dominating though the round robin.
It is almost sad that it is tougher to qualify out of your country, then it is to win an Olympic medal.
2. Women's Figure Skating
The girls have done it again. 3 Olympics in a row Canada has won the gold medal in the Women's Hockey. They put out a dominate performance tonight winning 2-0 against their rivals team USA. I was really happy to see the girls win, as there are 13 veterans on the team, and a good possibility that not many of them will be back for 2014.
The games definetly are slowing down with less qualifying sports and more medaling going on. This weekend will be a big one and a great way to wrap up the games
1. Curling
Both our men and women qualified through to the gold medal games. The women will play tomorrow and the men on saturday. Both teams should have a great shot at gold after dominating though the round robin.
It is almost sad that it is tougher to qualify out of your country, then it is to win an Olympic medal.
2. Women's Figure Skating
What a night for Joannie Rochette. After what is to be expected as one of the worst weeks of her life, she pulled through her loss to win the bronze medal.
The competition was close tonight. The South Korean skater was amazing, and untouchable. She hands down deserved to win the gold medal.
The race came for the bronze and 4th place. To me Joannie is one of the star athletes of the games when you think what she went through and how she performed.
3. Women's HockeyThe girls have done it again. 3 Olympics in a row Canada has won the gold medal in the Women's Hockey. They put out a dominate performance tonight winning 2-0 against their rivals team USA. I was really happy to see the girls win, as there are 13 veterans on the team, and a good possibility that not many of them will be back for 2014.
The games definetly are slowing down with less qualifying sports and more medaling going on. This weekend will be a big one and a great way to wrap up the games
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
21st Winter Olympics:Day 13 Recap
What a day Canada had today. Sunday was coined Super Sunday, but today ended up being Wonderful Wednesday!
1. Women's 2 Man Bobsled
What a great day for the Canadians and the sport of bobsled in our country. Not only did we win gold, but we also won silver! Humphries and Moyse dominated right from run 1 to win the gold. Canada 2 consisting of Upperton and Brown should not be over shadowed. These girls worked hard to continually move up in the standings to win the silver medal.
The Russia team who were the reigning gold medalist, had a really unfortunate spill. It really was to bad, as they were in close contention for a medal.
2. Women's Short Track 3000m Relay
Yes another silver medal. And another woman who won it! The 4 women who pushed through their second race of the day did a great job! After finishing in 3rd place the Canadians were bumped up to silver. The Korean team finished in 1st place but was disqualified and striped of their gold medal.
3. Canada vs Russia Men's Hockey
It was about time that the Canadian men started to play as a team. Tonight it finally happened. Canada shot out with a huge lead to win the game and advance to the next round.
Our goal tending was alright tonight, much better then in was against the Swiss, however, we need to really tighten that up to match the skills of Miller.
Friday is our next day, and what a game it will be!
4. Women's Speed Skating 5000m
Clara Hughes has just had an ok Olympics. She has told the media all along that this would be her last Olympics. That is why tonight was so much more special for her. Clara won the bronze medal in her race tonight.
It was a great way for this athlete to end her Olympics and go out with a bang!
1. Women's 2 Man Bobsled
What a great day for the Canadians and the sport of bobsled in our country. Not only did we win gold, but we also won silver! Humphries and Moyse dominated right from run 1 to win the gold. Canada 2 consisting of Upperton and Brown should not be over shadowed. These girls worked hard to continually move up in the standings to win the silver medal.
The Russia team who were the reigning gold medalist, had a really unfortunate spill. It really was to bad, as they were in close contention for a medal.
2. Women's Short Track 3000m Relay
Yes another silver medal. And another woman who won it! The 4 women who pushed through their second race of the day did a great job! After finishing in 3rd place the Canadians were bumped up to silver. The Korean team finished in 1st place but was disqualified and striped of their gold medal.
3. Canada vs Russia Men's Hockey
It was about time that the Canadian men started to play as a team. Tonight it finally happened. Canada shot out with a huge lead to win the game and advance to the next round.
Our goal tending was alright tonight, much better then in was against the Swiss, however, we need to really tighten that up to match the skills of Miller.
Friday is our next day, and what a game it will be!
4. Women's Speed Skating 5000m
Clara Hughes has just had an ok Olympics. She has told the media all along that this would be her last Olympics. That is why tonight was so much more special for her. Clara won the bronze medal in her race tonight.
It was a great way for this athlete to end her Olympics and go out with a bang!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
21 Winter Olympics: Day 12 Recap
Sorry for the delayed post. Here is the day 12 recap
1. Men's 10000m Speed Skating
This article really says it all. Such a disappointment for this athlete.
Even the best make mistakes
1. Men's 10000m Speed Skating
This article really says it all. Such a disappointment for this athlete.
Even the best make mistakes
Canada did not have anyone competing in this grueling event.
2. Women's Short Program
Canada waited to see how our skating darling Joannie Rochette fared. Just days before her mother passed away of a heart attack after arriving in Vancouver to see her daughter skate.
Joannie is amazing. She had a personal best score, and currently sits in 3rd place. Once she finished the program she broke down in tears.
The Korean and Japanese women definitely did not disappoint. Yu-Na Kim from Korea set a new world record score. She had a great program, and lives and trains in Canada.
The long program should be a great one to watch, and hopefully Canada can say in medal contention.
3. Men's Hockey- Canada vs Germany
Everyone knew this game would be an easy win, and an easy win it was. We blew out the Germans 8-2. Russia will be our next test, and a test it will be!
4. Ladies Ski Cross
This ranks up there as one of the best stories of the games so far. Ashleigh McIvor won Canada another gold medal. Not only did she win a gold medal, but she was the first ever to do so in the sport of Ski Cross.
Back when Ashleigh was in University she was asked to write a paper. Her paper was about how ski cross should be an Olympic sport, because until this year it had not been. As a ski cross athlete Ashleigh pushed for the sport to be recognized by the Olympic committee, and now she won the first goal medal in the sport. Pretty cool if you ask me.
Our other Canadians ended up 5th, 12th and 19th.
Monday, February 22, 2010
21st Winter Olympics:Day 11 Recap
Canada had another promising day on Day 11. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come in the 2nd week of the Olympics!
1. Men's Cross Country Skiing Team Pursuit
Canada had a great showing in the team pursuit. I haven't featured cross country skiing much, as it is probably one of my least favorite winter sports.
We came into this race ranked 13th in the world, and ended up finishing 4th. Yes I know another 4th place, but it was still a great result for this team.
The big disappointment was the Belarus team as they were doing excellent in their qualification run when less then 500m to go in the race a skier made a wrong turn, that lost him the race.
2. Men's Freestyle Skiing
The men's Aerial Freestyle qualifications were tonight. We had 3 men that were in the hunt to get to the next round, and all 3 made it to the next round! We are in a great position to hopefully threaten for a medal.
3. Women's Hockey
The women dominated yet again in their semi-final game. Our first real test of the games will come when we play the USA in the gold medal game.
I realize that we have not qualified for that game yet, but unless the women decide to fall asleep during a game it will be easy to keep moving on to the finals.
4. Ice Dance Free Skate
Wow is all I can say. Virtue and Moir were amazing tonight. They totally deserved to win the gold medal. The lifts that they did were beautiful, the connection they had was amazing and altogether it was perfect. This definitely sets the tone for week 2 now!
Another great article from Fourth Place Medal
Maybe this is what happens when we don't pressure our athletes
1. Men's Cross Country Skiing Team Pursuit
Canada had a great showing in the team pursuit. I haven't featured cross country skiing much, as it is probably one of my least favorite winter sports.
We came into this race ranked 13th in the world, and ended up finishing 4th. Yes I know another 4th place, but it was still a great result for this team.
The big disappointment was the Belarus team as they were doing excellent in their qualification run when less then 500m to go in the race a skier made a wrong turn, that lost him the race.
2. Men's Freestyle Skiing
The men's Aerial Freestyle qualifications were tonight. We had 3 men that were in the hunt to get to the next round, and all 3 made it to the next round! We are in a great position to hopefully threaten for a medal.
3. Women's Hockey
The women dominated yet again in their semi-final game. Our first real test of the games will come when we play the USA in the gold medal game.
I realize that we have not qualified for that game yet, but unless the women decide to fall asleep during a game it will be easy to keep moving on to the finals.
4. Ice Dance Free Skate
Wow is all I can say. Virtue and Moir were amazing tonight. They totally deserved to win the gold medal. The lifts that they did were beautiful, the connection they had was amazing and altogether it was perfect. This definitely sets the tone for week 2 now!
Another great article from Fourth Place Medal
Maybe this is what happens when we don't pressure our athletes
Sunday, February 21, 2010
21st Winter Olympics:Day 10 Recap
Before I recap the daily events from Vancouver, look at this heartbreaking story about the Canadian Figure Skater.
Canadian Figure Skater's Mother Dies
Daily Recaps:
1. Women's 1500m
Canada was ranked # 1,2 and 5 going into this race. We had high expectations for 1 if not 2 medals from the women. Christina Groves came through for Canada winning the silver medal. Christina Nesbuitt ended up 6th and Cindy Klassen 21st. Although we did get a medal, it was disappointing not to get 2.
2. 2-Man Bobsled
The 2 Man Bobsled did runs 3 and 4 tonight. Canada 1 who had tipped earlier finished out with 2 great runs tonight. They definitely are ready for the 4 man competition. Canada 2 jumped up a spot to end up in 5th place.
The German team that won gold because the most successful Olympic bobsledder in history. It was great to see him win in Canada could not.
3. Canada vs. USA Men's Hockey
This game is another disappointment so far in the games. Canada was favored to win this game, and it was the highlight performance of tonight.
Ryan Miller put out an amazing performance in goal. Brodeur just couldn't get his game together, and it was the weak part of our game.
We finally got some lines to click. Crosby was on a better line tonight, and as a result scored a goal. We took some bad penalties in the game, so still have lots to work on.
Canada will not play Germany and the winner of that will face Russia in the semi finals.
4. Men's Ski Cross
Ski Cross is almost as exciting as the Snowboard Cross. The Canadians put out a decent performance. In the final race Canada was in a medal position when he fell. Christopher Delbosco finished 4th and Davey Barr finished 6th. Stanley Hayer also finished in 10th.
We have had so many athletes finish in 4th place over these games. It would be great to get a few of these onto the podium!
Canadian Figure Skater's Mother Dies
Daily Recaps:
1. Women's 1500m
Canada was ranked # 1,2 and 5 going into this race. We had high expectations for 1 if not 2 medals from the women. Christina Groves came through for Canada winning the silver medal. Christina Nesbuitt ended up 6th and Cindy Klassen 21st. Although we did get a medal, it was disappointing not to get 2.
2. 2-Man Bobsled
The 2 Man Bobsled did runs 3 and 4 tonight. Canada 1 who had tipped earlier finished out with 2 great runs tonight. They definitely are ready for the 4 man competition. Canada 2 jumped up a spot to end up in 5th place.
The German team that won gold because the most successful Olympic bobsledder in history. It was great to see him win in Canada could not.
3. Canada vs. USA Men's Hockey
This game is another disappointment so far in the games. Canada was favored to win this game, and it was the highlight performance of tonight.
Ryan Miller put out an amazing performance in goal. Brodeur just couldn't get his game together, and it was the weak part of our game.
We finally got some lines to click. Crosby was on a better line tonight, and as a result scored a goal. We took some bad penalties in the game, so still have lots to work on.
Canada will not play Germany and the winner of that will face Russia in the semi finals.
4. Men's Ski Cross
Ski Cross is almost as exciting as the Snowboard Cross. The Canadians put out a decent performance. In the final race Canada was in a medal position when he fell. Christopher Delbosco finished 4th and Davey Barr finished 6th. Stanley Hayer also finished in 10th.
We have had so many athletes finish in 4th place over these games. It would be great to get a few of these onto the podium!
21st Winter Olympics:Day 9 Recap
I know this recap is a little late, I was out with some friends last night. I made a promise to myself that I would update EVERY day, so regardless how late it is here is my Day 9 recap!
1. Men's Curling
In the best game of the men's curling competition Canada faced Great Britain. GB are the reigning world champions and have been playing amazing leading up to the Olympics.
This week however, GB has struggled in finding their game. Well last night they definitely found it challenging Canada and giving them a really good test. Canada just squeaked out the win, but it will be interesting to see if that game helps of hinders the GB team.
2. 2-Man Bobsled
Canada has 2 teams competing in this. Canada 2 is definitely the better of the 2 teams, however, they have been injured most of the season. They said that they were ready to compete and that they were. Pierre Lueders and ex CFL player Jesse Lumsden are in 6th place after 2 runs.
Canada 1 has some major issues on their second run. About 3/4 of the way down the track they tipped their sled. They currently sit in 21st, and definitely are out of the medal race.
3. Men's 1000m Speed Skating
This is probably one of the neatest stories to happen yet in the game. Brothers Charles and Francois Hamelin qualified for the A finals. Unfortunately, we ended up 4th and 5th, but it is pretty impressive to have 2 brothers make it to the finals of 1 event.
4. Women's Super G
Canada had another disappointing day in Whistler. Our downhill teams just can't seem to get the ball rolling.
Our highest Canadian was Britt Janyk in 17th. Georgia Simmerling finished 27th, while veteran Emily Brydon DNF. Shona Rubens also DNF.
Fourth Medal Blog Stories
Did a helmet make the difference?
The red mitts have went to a new level!
1. Men's Curling
In the best game of the men's curling competition Canada faced Great Britain. GB are the reigning world champions and have been playing amazing leading up to the Olympics.
This week however, GB has struggled in finding their game. Well last night they definitely found it challenging Canada and giving them a really good test. Canada just squeaked out the win, but it will be interesting to see if that game helps of hinders the GB team.
2. 2-Man Bobsled
Canada has 2 teams competing in this. Canada 2 is definitely the better of the 2 teams, however, they have been injured most of the season. They said that they were ready to compete and that they were. Pierre Lueders and ex CFL player Jesse Lumsden are in 6th place after 2 runs.
Canada 1 has some major issues on their second run. About 3/4 of the way down the track they tipped their sled. They currently sit in 21st, and definitely are out of the medal race.
3. Men's 1000m Speed Skating
This is probably one of the neatest stories to happen yet in the game. Brothers Charles and Francois Hamelin qualified for the A finals. Unfortunately, we ended up 4th and 5th, but it is pretty impressive to have 2 brothers make it to the finals of 1 event.
4. Women's Super G
Canada had another disappointing day in Whistler. Our downhill teams just can't seem to get the ball rolling.
Our highest Canadian was Britt Janyk in 17th. Georgia Simmerling finished 27th, while veteran Emily Brydon DNF. Shona Rubens also DNF.
Fourth Medal Blog Stories
Did a helmet make the difference?
The red mitts have went to a new level!
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