Edmonton's fastest skaters battle to qualify for the Season Finale

02/02/2015 Play slideshow

Skaters and spectators came out in the hundreds to be part of the first 2015 Canadian Qualifier

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Learning how to navigate an on-ice obstacle course is only the first step to moving on in this competition

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After getting a quick test on the track...

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They were off. With hometown glory on the line, competitors fought for positions two-by-two

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Only the top 15 male and top 3 female athletes Qualified, so the pressure was on

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Perfect runs were hard to come by...

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But the event brought out some of the most determined winter athletes to date

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Thanks to everyone who came out this weekend, we'll see you in Edmonton this March for the Season Finale

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Walk-up spots are available for the remaining Qualifiers in Canada. Don't miss your chance! Visit the homepage for more info

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