Flaine hosts British Schoolgirls Races

The British Schoolgirls Races (30 & 31 Jan 2023) returned to Flaine after a three-year absence for its 62nd event.

Two competitors battle it out during the British Schoolgirls Races.

The competition, organised by the Ladies Ski Club, attracted 143 girls from 26 schools who competed over two days in excellent conditions in front of a large crowd of spectators including teachers, parents, coaches and a guest appearance by former British Racer and Olympian Chemmy Alcott.

There were four new schools taking part – Portsmouth Grammar School, St Albans High School, Stafford Grammar School, and Epsom College, with many other schools making a return.

The number of experienced competitors was matched by those who were attending to learn new skills, build confidence and enjoy being part of a fun and inclusive event.

Day one saw racers tackle a Giant Slalom. Overall winner of the GS was Emily Turner from Wellington College with Amelia Pietrzak from New Hall School in second place and Matilde Nola from Aiglon College in third position.

The Best School was Wellington College with Aiglon College in second and New Hall School in third. The Best New Team was Stafford Grammar.

Following the conclusion of the GS, the Team Parallel Slalom was staged. After the opening rounds, the final was competed by Wellington College and Surbiton High School.

With the first two skiers (out of three) from both teams crossing the line within centimetres of each other, it was the final skier from Surbiton High School who crossed the line first to secure the victory.

Parallel Slalom winners, Surbiton High School.

On day two, the Slalom saw many of the schoolgirls taking part for the first time. After two runs it was Emily Turner from Wellington College who again was the fastest skier on the course, taking overall victory from Scarlett Winter from Reeds School who finished in second place and Amelia Pietrzak from New Hall School in third.

The best school was Wellington College, New Hall School took second place and Aiglon College were third.

British Schoolgirls’ Races organiser Anne Taylor said: “We couldn’t have asked for better conditions for this year’s British Schoolgirls Races. The piste was in perfect condition and the sun was shining.

“We want to thank all the schools and parents for again making the event what it is, and also to our partners and volunteers for helping everything run smoothly. This is my last year heading up the event, and it has been a pleasure to see so many girls enjoy themselves and flourish over the years.”

The British Schoolgirls Races was supported by Powderhound, Nimrod Capital, Beyond-X, Rock & Ruddle, Ski Bartlett and Erna Low.

* Full overall results and age group results can be found at: britishschoolgirlsraces.co.uk



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