Fastest Athletes on Ice Slide into Whistler for BMW IBSF World Cup Bobsleigh and Skeleton Opener

WHISTLER, B.C.—The world\'s fastest athletes on ice are back in Whistler to kickoff the 2016-17 BMW IBSF World Cup bobsleigh and skeleton seasonat the Whistler Sliding Centre, December 2-3. 

The 2010 Olympic Track will play host tonearly 200 athletes, representing 25 countries from around the globe that willdescend on Whistler Village for men\'s and women\'s skeleton and bobsleighraces. 

The action will be fast and furious, the fooddelicious and non-stop fun for guests of all ages. Put on your red and whiteand cheer Team Canada on to the top of the podium.

 

Schedule:

Training November 28-December 1

World Cup Races:

December 2

2 p.m. – women’s skeleton

6 p.m.  – two-man bobsleigh

December 3

10 a.m. – men’s skeleton

2 p.m. – women’s bobsleigh

6 p.m. – four-man bobsleigh

 

Tickets:

Tickets for the Whistler event can bepurchased for $10 now at www.whistlerslidingcentre.com, or in person atGuest Services at the Whistler Sliding Centre.  Children 12 and under arefree.

Whistler Media Accreditation:

ALL media must RSVP to Chris Dornan nguccepuevf@funj.pn in advance of the event to receive media credentials forthe World Cup. Media can pick up accreditation at Guest Services before headingto the Media Centre.

Media Parking:

Limited parking will be made available formedia in Lot 7 and 8. Media may also gain free access to the venue via theExcalibur Gondola.

For complete event information, please visit www.bobsleighcanadaskeleton.caor

www.whistlerslidingcentre.com

About Whistler SportLegacies and the Whistler Sliding Centre

The Whistler Sliding Centre (WSC) is operatedby Whistler Sport Legacies, a non-profit organization dedicated to grow sportat three venues: Whistler Olympic Park, the Whistler Sliding Centre, and theWhistler Athletes’ Centre.  Each facility plays a unique role in inspiringsport excellence for the benefit of athletes, residents, and visitors.The WSC was the 2010 Olympic Winter Games venue for bobsleigh, skeleton, andluge competitions; and today, is a training and competition venue for slidingsport athletes of all levels.  For more information, visitwhistlerslidingcentre.com

About Bobsleigh CanadaSkeleton

Bobsleigh CANADA Skeleton is a non-profit organization and the nationalgoverning body for the sports of bobsleigh and skeleton in Canada. With thesupport of its valued corporate partners – Karbon, Driving Force and ConceptumSport Logistics – along with the Government of Canada, Own the Podium and theCanadian Olympic Committee. Bobsleigh CANADA Skeleton develops Olympic andworld champions. Please visit us at www.bobsleighcanadaskeleton.ca