August 2- 17

The Canada Games are the largest multisport event in Canada. They symbolize motivation, dedication, drive, leadership, the search for excellence, and cooperation. The Eastern Townships region will host 4,200 athletes, 5,000 volunteers, 860 coaches, 475 officials from August 2 to 17, 2013. Selected as the first Host for the Canada Summer Games to be held in Quebec, Sherbrooke will be honoured to bring together these 12,000 participants.

WHAT ARE THE EVENTS?

MOUNTAIN BIKE (week one):
COMPETITORS: 3 Male 3 Female
STAFF: 1 Coach 1 Manager or Mechanic
-Cross Country Race
-Relay
-Sprint

ROAD CYCLING (week two):
COMPETITORS: 5 Male 5 Female .
STAFF: 1 Coach 1 Manager 1 Mechanic
-Individual Time Trial
-Road Race
-Criterium

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Cyclists must be under 23 years of age and at least 17 years of age as of December 31, 2013 (year of birth 1991-1996). Note: Athletes born in 1997 who hold CCA licenses in 2013 may compete if their provincial/territorial association applies to and gains permission from the CCA.

WHO ARE THE COACHES?
o TBD

HOW DO I PREPARE?
It is strongly recommended that every rider work with a coach during the winter months and racing season.

SELECTION CRITERIA
TBD

CAMPS
TBD

For the most recent Technical Package

Canada Games website :http://www.sherbrooke2013.ca/en/