In 2000, canadian simon whitfield won the first ever gold medal in the olympic mens triathlon in sydney. Transition to retirement can being emotional turmoil for elite athletes. Simon says gold includes simon whitfield s instructions on traininghis advice is bound to surprise young athletes in any sportand includes stories about family, friends, coaches, teachers and mentorsall those who have had a lasting impact on his life and helped make him a champion. Team canada simon whitfield made history in his olympic debut at sydney 2000. Simon whitfield serves as special advisor at relentless venture fund. The olympic games by dheensaw, cleve, binder, deanna and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Amos was born on october 29 1851, in gapsville, bedford co. Whitfield won 10 consecutive canadian triathlon championships titles and carried the canadian national flag during the 2000 summer olympics closing ceremony in sydney, where he had won his gold medal, and the opening ceremony at the 2012 summer olympics in london, making him. Heres a list of books written by team canada olympians you need to add.
Situated in a sheltered bay in south oak bay, with spectacular views of mount baker, the marina and local topography provides sanctuary from the. From the moment simon whitfield burst onto the world stage at the 2000 sydney summer games as triathlons first olympic champion, his winning personality and stellar athletic. Quentin whitfield born 16 may 1975 in kingston, ontario is a retired olympic triathlon champion from canada. Simon whitfield is an actor, known for screech owls 2001 and she is dead 2002. Simon says gold,simon whitfields pursuit of athletic excellence,simon. Golden effort lands simon whitfield in canadian olympic hall of. In the early days, in 1999, simon won bronze at the winnipeg pan am games. Simon whitfield managing director profile productions.
From the moment simon whitfield burst onto the world stage at the 2000 syd. Paddleshack located in the oak bay marina, close to downtown victoria on the southern tip of vancouver island in british columbia. Simon s stories of the highs and lows of his running career will captivate readers young and old, but his real message. Simon whitfield s pursuit of athletic excellence by simon whitfield. Bestknown as one of canadas most accomplished and decorated triathletes, simon whitfield is a father, adventurer, businessman, mentor and retired professional athlete. Read online, or download in secure pdf format autobiography of simon whitfield, triathlons first olympic gold medalist. In this excerpt from the primal endurance mastery course, former olympic triathlon champion simon whitfield discusses the importance of moderation and selfregulation in endurance training. Simon has vast experience as a construction advocate and is routinely instructed on large and complex construction and engineering matters. Simon whitfield finds solace navigating the ocean swells off victorias oak bay. Quentin whitfield 2017 said over mexican train dominos with my daughters holding court, laying down tiles, being theatrical. Simon whitfield s pursuit of athletic excellence book online at best prices in india on.
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From the moment simon whitfield burst onto the world stage at the 20. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover simon s connections and jobs at similar companies. Victoria simon whitfield collected his first victory of this olympic campaign in japan last weekend, but couldnt find a decent cup of. Simon is a business owner, keynote speaker, olympic medalist and former professional athlete. Simon details his remarkable victory in the inaugural olympic triathlon in sydney, australia in 2000, along with other memories and perspectives he gained from his lengthy career at the top of the sport. Simon whitfields pursuit of athletic excellence 9781554691418. Best sellers gift ideas new releases deals store coupons amazonbasics gift cards customer service sell registry. View simon whitfield s profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Old friends were over, the adventurer and the eastcoaster, old friends from back in the day, before kids, friendships made through sport, and yet, still friends today. Simon whitfield team canada official olympic team website.
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Simon whitfield believes that true greatness is in performing to the best of ones ability. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. In simon says gold, simon describes his personal journey to olympic glory as he recounts not only that glorious day in sydney, but also the. Specializing in singlevoice narration, he was named the american library associations booklist magazine voice of choice in 2008, and has earned audiofile. Simon is an acknowledged authority on nondomestic rating law, and frequently appears in both the magistrates courts and the high court in cases concerning rates and rates avoidance schemes. Simon whitfields pursuit of athletic excellence by. Hosts brad kearns and andrew macnaughton connect with retired triathlon legend simon whitfield from victoria, b. They are inspired by subjects which are for me iconic lakeland views. Book categories young adult nonfiction sports and recreation. Whitfield and his team decided he needed a new strategy at beijing 2008. Canadas flag bearer at 2012 olympics in london, england. Simon whitfield, who made history as the first olympic champion in mens.
More information about this seller contact this seller 19. From the moment simon whitfield burst onto the world stage at the 2000 sydney summer games as triathlons first olympic champion, his winning personality and stellar athletic abilities have inspired young people around the globe. Simon whitfield made history in his olympic debut at sydney 2000 where he unexpectedly became the first ever olympic champion in mens triathlon. Simon whitfield s pursuit of athletic excellence by simon whitfield available from rakuten kobo. Simon whitfield leadership, finance and consulting. Join facebook to connect with simon whitfield and others you may know. We built a new identity and although we didnt have the results. Simon whitfield from canada takes the itu elite cup mens championship. Simon whitfield is the author of simon says gold 3.
Simon frequently acts for and against professionals in professional negligence claims. Acting for an airport on issues arising out of the design and construction of a new runway, including dealing with contractual conciliations. Quentin whitfield is a retired olympic triathlon champion from canada. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Simon whitfield was born on month day 1879, at birth place, to amos simon whitfield and rebecca jane whitfield born snyder. A lot has changed since simon whitfield arrived back from sydney to a jammed victoria international airport in 2000, with his olympic triathlon.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Simon whitfield was born in canada on friday, may 16, 1975 generation x. Help about wikipedia community portal recent changes contact page. Highlights from the 2009 hyvee triathlon mens elite race. Whitfield won 10 consecutive canadian triathlon championships titles and carried the canadian national flag during the 2000 summer olympics closing ceremony in sydney, where he had won his gold medal, and the opening ceremony at the 2012 summer.
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