March 2nd, 2009

OTTAWA – Diving Canada is pleased to announce its team that will represent Canada at the Russian FINA Grand Prix scheduled this weekend, March 5-8 in Moscow.

The schedule, results, and team member bios are available here.

Aaron Dziver (CAMO) and Tommy McLeod (Boardworks) are the coaches accompanying the team to Russia. Taunya Haley of Edmonton has been appointed as the Canadian judge for the event. Dr. Stephanie Anisko of Toronto, Ontario, is traveling with the team and will serve as the physiotherapist and chiropractor.

About the FINA Grand Prix
Held since 1995, the FINA Grand Prix is similar in format to the World Cups in alpine skiing and speed skating. This season there are six stops, including the Canada Cup from April 30-May 3 in Montreal, Quebec.

After two FINA Grand Prix's this season, Canada’s medal tally sits at two: (1 Gold, 1 Silver).

About Diving Plongeon Canada
Diving Plongeon Canada (DPC) was established in 1967 as a not-for-profit organization to promote the growth and awareness of the sport in this country. As a member of FINA, the world’s governing body of aquatic sports, DPC contributes to the development of globally accepted standards of excellence in diving and supports the rules and regulations of international competition. Representing nine provincial diving associations, 67 local diving clubs and close to 4,000 high performance athletes, DPC shares a national commitment to advance the art and sport of diving and to position Canada as the number one diving nation of the world.  For information, visit www.diving.ca.

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