This past weekend athletes from all across Saskatchewan came down to the Qu'Appelle Valley Nordic club for the 2018 Biathlon Provincials. With the glut of snow that was dumped on Saskatchewan the week before the conditions at QVN were great. The folks at QVN put together an amazing event that was competitive and fun for all. As always the highlights from the athletes were the prize runs, chocolate milk, medals (cookie medals were a hit), and the music.

Day 1- the race was a Sprint format taking the athletes on three loops through the valley split up by 2 rounds in the range. Even with a bit of a breeze all athletes shot well and skied powerfully. The race was completed with RBC athletes taking home a variety of medals and all were cheered as they crossed the finish.

Day 2 - the final race was an individual relay format. Athletes had 3 loops to complete and 2 rounds of shooting in the range. But each time they entered the range they were allowed up to 3 additional shots to hit their five targets. The weather cooperated and many athletes were able to use these extra shots to their advantage and shot clean, which allowed them to ski past the penalty loop and down into the bowl.

It was a great two days with lots of sweat shed and many smiles. Thanks as always to all our Coaches, Parents and families that came to cheer our athletes on.