Alison Desmarais took part in the international competition held in Calgary last month
With her recent participation in the 2024 World Single Distance Long Track Speed Skating Championships in Calgary, she has proven herself as a formidable athlete on the international stage. Desmarais represented Canada in the 1000m at the competition held Feb.15-18.
“I am still incredibly proud of myself and enjoyed the electric atmosphere of representing Canada in front of a sold out crowd at the Calgary Olympic Oval.” “I am so grateful for the support of everyone in Vanderhoof and especially the people who are part of the Vanderhoof Clippers Speed Skating Club. I know I’m at pretty much the highest level of sport you can basically get, but my joy in sport still comes from sharing this joy with others who also like this sport,” she said.
By the time she was 16, her talent in the sport was clear and she went on to train professionally. But despite the talent, Dermarais says she would not have made it to this level without the overwhelming support of her family and friends, some good coaches, and great teammates along the way. Making her international long track debut in 2022/2023, Desmarais quickly established herself as a middle-distance specialist, excelling in the 1000m and 1500m events. Her participation in the 2024 World Single Distance Long Track Speed Skating Championships in Calgary showcased her prowess on the world stage, despite facing stiff competition.
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