| Born | 2000 |
| Hometown | Calgary, AB |
| Currently living | Calgary, AB |
| Club | FWOC |
| Occupation | Student |
| Training log | Attackpoint |
What race are you looking forward to for 2018?
I’m looking forward to the North American Championships, the Canadian Orienteering Championships and JWOC.
When did you start orienteering?
I started orienteering in 2007.
What is your best orienteering memory?
My best orienteering memory was running the difficult maps at O-Ringen with great competition in 2015.
What is your favorite type of orienteering event and why?
My favorite type of orienteering event is the middle as it is a balance of the long and sprint and has the best of both.
What is the best orienteering advice that you have received?
The best orienteering advice I have received is that it is important to make sure to enjoy yourself and give it your all.
Who is your orienteering idol or inspiration?
My idol in orienteering is my brother as helps me a lot, giving me tips for map reading and helping me train as we train together. He inspires me to race alongside him one day at JWOC
What are some of your 2018 goals outside of orienteering?
I would like to excel in school and prepare myself for Business studies at the university.
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David S is a member of Orienteering Canada’s 2018 High Performance Program