News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer

Changes to scoring, new races in 2018 Michigan Cup

Representatives from each Michigan Cup team meet this past weekend for the annual Michigan Cup Committee meeting, to review last season and to plan out the new cross country ski racing season.

By Mike Muha
Sep 5, 2017

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Two rollerski clinics over Labor Day Weekend

It's time to get serious about cross country ski season, and Andy Liebner is going to help you get into your Nordic Groove with two rollerski clinics this Labor Day weekend.

By Mike Muha
Aug 22, 2017

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Junior rollerski camp, August 1-3

If you are on a cross country ski team or plan on ski racing this winter: our annual VASA Ski Club Sponsored Dryland and Rollerski Training Camp is coming up at the Sleeping Bear Dunes Group Camp Site.

By John Kostrzewa
Jul 24, 2017

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Michael Seaman Memorial Scholarship Fund - ski sale fundraiser

Mike’s father, Jim, is in the process of creating the “Michael Seaman Memorial Scholarship Fund” to help provide assistance to students in financial need.

By Mariah, Stu, Bob, Lynne, and the XC Ski HQ Crew
Jul 21, 2017

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Rollerski clinic in Livonia, MI this Saturday, July 15

Andy Liebner invites XC Skiers who would like to hone their skills and establish an endurance base during the summer months to attend a rollerski clinic this Saturday, July 15. The clinic will meet at the Andiamo Livonia restaurant parking lot.

By Mike Muha
Jul 11, 2017

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Skiing community morns loss of Michael Seaman

Long time Michigan Cup skier Michael Seaman was killed after being hit by a car while biking Tuesday night. Alcohol is believed to be a factor with the driver according to state police. Seaman was 53.

By Mike Muha
Jun 28, 2017

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Tom Smith named Head Nordic Ski Coach at Michigan Tech

Tom Smith has been named the head coach of the Michigan Tech men's and women's Nordic ski teams. Smith brings 14 years of coaching and competition experience with him.

By NMU
Jun 16, 2017

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Traverse City Central looking for a Nordic Ski Varsity Head Coach

Traverse City Central High School is looking for a Nordic Ski Varsity Head Coach. The position pays a stipend in the range of $3,571 to $4,052.60, based on previous public school coaching experience.

By Mike Muha
Jun 16, 2017

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Andy Liebner offers June training session and 2-day camp

UPDATED: Andy Liebner will be offering rollerski clinics and camps starting in June right here in Michigan.

By Mike Muha
Jun 2, 2017

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Joe Haggenmiller leaves Michigan Tech

After 14 years as Michigan Tech's Nordic Ski coach and Track and Field coach, Joe Haggenmiller heads to off into the sunset...

By Michigan Tech
May 5, 2017

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Reflections on the 2017 Michigan Cup Season

Has anyone else noticed? Younger skiers! College participation! Junior achievement! Ski technology!

By Ernie Brumbaugh
Apr 18, 2017

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Andy Liebner offers training program to skiers

Attention all Michigan Cup affiliated Nordic skiers! Andy Liebner has a special offer to anyone who seeks improvement in a variety of areas. Direct to your inbox, weekly emails with a motivational training / exercise plan.

By Andy Liebner
Apr 17, 2017

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