Fastest Woman Goes Green

Aug 17, 2010

LAKEFIELD, ON:  Gold medalist Catriona Le May Doan, the fastest woman on ice, returns to trade her speed skates for golf spikes when she again challenges the greens of the world class Six Foot Bay Golf Course this fall.   Catriona, an avid golfer, will be the featured guest at the third Ontario Speed Skating Oval (OSSO) fund raising golf tournament on Monday September 20. “Many of the Oval’s friends and supporters enjoyed a beautiful fun-filled day of sun and golf last year, and are looking forward to golfing with Catriona again,” enthuses Graham Wilkins, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Ontario Speed Skating Oval.

Events get under way with registration and box lunch between 11:00 AM and 12:30 PM on Monday September 20, with shotgun start at 12:30 PM.  The host course is the beautifully designed Six Foot Bay Golf Club & Resort, located just off Six Foot Bay Road on Fire Route 39.
Wilkins is excited about the new venue, “We are looking forward to bring our supporters and Catriona to Six Foot Bay.  The course has a long standing reputation in the area and golfers will experience this beautiful, mature course.”  Money raised by this event will help support the Speed Skating Oval towards its Phase Two permanent, paved, artificial ice skating track. The round of golf itself provides fun and activity as the Oval organization promotes a healthy lifestyle all year round.  Sponsorship opportunities are still available.

Event highlights include:

  • Passport – Qualify for skill testing events such as Longest Drive and Closest to the Pin
  • Players Kits for every participant
  • Barbeque at the 9th hole
  • Hot and Cold Hor D’oeuvres at 5:30 PM with an intimate opportunity to meet Catriona.  (Hor D’oeuvres only tickets are available for $50)
  • Silent Auction
Last year's tournament sold out. Don't miss your chance this year! To register your team ($150 per person, $500 per foursome), investigate sponsorship opportunities, or to find out more about sharing a round of golf with The Fastest Woman, contact OSSO at 652-1687 or info@ontariospeedskatingoval.com


2010 Golf Tournament

Aug 17, 2010

2010_Oval_Golf_Tournament.pdf


Get set to ‘Run the River’

Apr 19, 2010

 


Get set to ‘Run the River’

Get ready, set and run! Lakefield’s 6th Annual Lakefield 5K Walk and Run is set for Saturday, May 8th at Isabelle Morris Park. Starting at 8:45 a.m. competitive runners and leisurely walkers alike can run or walk their way through some of Lakefield’s scenic trails in support of the Ontario Speed Skating Oval project and Youth Unlimited.

Last year's event was extremely successful with just over 300 participants representing all ages, walking, running and even some strollers. “The Lakefield 5K appeals to a wide group of people and helps to foster a sense of community”, states Kent Crockower, Race Director. 

After the race contestants can take place in the awards ceremony, draw prizes and refreshments. There will be Awards for Overall men’s and women’s, Under 18, 19-35, 36-55, and 55+. The awards ceremony will begin at 9:45. The event has partnered this year with Running Room which has added the race to their annual race series.

The course is dubbed as being a “flat scenic course along riverside trails that is both fun and scenic”. For those competitive runners, the race will be professionally timed.

To register or get more information please contact the Ontario Speed Skating Oval 705.652.1687 or register online at www.runningroom.com or www.ontariospeedskatingoval.com