Sophie’s first Master
June 9, 2008
During the endless summer season we are planning to publish information on the achievements of our members. This is the first in the series.
Sophie Courtine-Demoiset (FRA) obtained her first Worldloppet Master at the last race of the 2007-2008 season, Birkebeinerrennet. We must tell that she is the daughter of Hervé Courtine, four-fold WL Master and president of the Association of French WL Masters. During five teenage years Sophie practiced biathlon at a high level and shifted to long distance races when she decided to give priority to her studies. She finished her studies in Paris where she graduated as a "podologue-chiropodist". Then she installed her practice in Saint Gervais in Savoy. There she married David (who is just one race short of his first WL Master) and gave birth to their son Maxime.
Sophie’s WL career started at Engadin Ski Marathon at the age of 18. The two first years she was seeded in the elite group, before her studies slowed her down.
Sophie skied the 2008 Birkebeinerrennet three months after the birth of Maxime. This story demonstrates two facts:
- It is possible to combine studies, work, family life and maternity with sport.
- There is a new generation of XC skiers! Maxime is no doubt a future WL Master. For our readers not familiar with French cuisine: tartiflette is an oven-baked energetic dish based on potatoes, bacon, onions and cheese, popular especially in winter time in mountain areas.
This page was last revised on August 21, 2008