Cross-country Skiing
Cross-country skiing is a winter sport that promotes superior physical conditioning while providing enjoyment for athletes of all ages.
Events
Special Olympics Delaware offers the following cross-country skiing events:
- 50-meter Cross-Country Skiing Race - Classical Technique
- 100-meter Cross-Country Skiing Race - Classical
- Technique
- 500-meter Cross-Country Skiing Race
- 1k Cross-Country Skiing Race
- 3x500-meter Cross-Country Skiing relay
Training Guides
Practice Schedule
The Cross-country ski team will practice at Brandywine Creek State Park (41 Adams Dam Road, Wilmington - Main Entrance) from 10am-12noon. For additional information contact Mike Gunton mike.gunton@mts.com or Mark Wise mwise@udel.edu
Dates for 2008-09 have not been set.
Upcoming Competitions
Special Olympics Delaware athletes may showcase their sports skill and abilities through competition at the following competitions:
No events are currently scheduled. Please check this page again as we will post the dates for upcoming events as soon as they are decided.
Rules
The Official Special Olympics Sports Rules shall govern all Special Olympics cross-country skiing competitions. Please take the time to review the rules to maximize your enjoyment of participating. Please consult your coach for clarification of any rules.