Monte did some free skiing yesterday(Tuesday) and will be on the snow today for the first down hill training run. He's feeling good and ready to train. On Monday, the team nominated him and Allison Jones as the team captains! He was then nominated to carry the flag in the opening ceremonies. Two others were nominated as well. All of the teams(alpine,nordic,curling,sledge hockey) have to vote and choose one person. The other two alpine athletes that were nominated were Allison Jones and first time Paralympian,Heath. Monte decided to take his name off the list, so the alpine team would have a better chance of getting to carry the flag. What an honor to be nominated!
More info on media coverage. NBC will be broadcasting the Opening Ceremonies this Saturday, 3/13 at 1pm EST. You can see the rest of the Paralympic coverage on Universal Sports 3/15-3/23 at 7pm EST.
Hope everyone is doing well!
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Hi Tracy:
ReplyDeleteYour mother sent the web site. Enjoy reading your Blogs on Monte's preparation for the Olympics. We will try to watch the events as they unfold.
Chuck and Joyce Chouinard
Thanks for letting us know how to watch. We'll be glued to the computer. We'll miss you both at the condo meeting tonight, but know you'll have a whole room full of your neighbors wishing you well.
ReplyDeleteDavid and Kathy
I am so proud of my brother and can't wait to get there to see him in action again! Thank you Tracy for setting up this blog as it helps our family and friends follow Monte on this amazing journey!
ReplyDeleteWise choice- relish it big fella...
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