| Born | 2000 |
| Hometown | Calgary, AB |
| Currently living | Calgary, AB |
| Club | FWOC |
| Occupation | Student |
| Training log | Attackpoint |
What race are you looking forward to in 2019?
I am looking forward to JWOC in Denmark and the Canadian Orienteering Championships.
What is your faovurite orienteering event that you have done so far?
My favourite Orienteering event that I have done so far is O Ringen because it is a great international event where you meet lots of people from other countries.
Which map in Canada do you think all orienteers have to try at least once?
I think all orienteers have to run in Bow Valley in Alberta.
How do you normally prepare for an important race?
First I have a good night sleep the night before the race. In the morning I eat some nutritious light food. Then when I am in isolation I begin my warm-up about an hour before my start time. I start my warm up with some dynamic stretches and ensure that I stay warm so my muscles are not stiff. I then go through the warm-up exercisess I practice with my track team such as strides and ABC’s. I spent the last 5 minuites before I leave isolation prepping myself mentally, rehearsing what I will do when I get the map.
What do you like to do outside of orienteering?
I enjoy running, cross country skiing and math outside of orienteering.
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David S is a member of Orienteering Canada’s 2019 High Performance Program