Mikka Eaves among the Top 100

Lethbridge Speedskater Mikka Eaves is one of the Top 100 athletes who will compete at the RBC Training Ground 2025 National Final in Vancouver on November 1st.

"I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to go out and push my limits alongside the other selected athletes. Having a shot at funding on this scale is a super exciting development in my season." said Mikka of the accomplishment.

Mikka got her start at the Lethbridge Speed Skating Association, and trained in Calgary. Recently, the 19 year old speed skater relocated to Montreal and is training at the the Canadian Regional Training Center (CRCE) and the NextGen team with Speed Skating Canada.

Mikka recently competed at the 2025 Canadian Short Track Championships/Olympic Trials event in Montreal. She finished 13th overall, with a top result of 6th in the 500m-2 event, and set an unofficial Alberta record in the 1500m distance with a time of 2:20.252.

In 2021, Mikka was awarded the Lethbridge Sport Council Achievement Award for Junior Female Athlete. We love following our past award winner and celebrating when they reach new heights!

Today, RBC Training Ground is proud to announce the Top 100 athletes who will compete at the 2025 National Final. These 100 athletes will compete in Vancouver, BC on November 1st for funding and continued support through the program as an RBC Future Olympian.

This past year more than 2,500 young athletes, aged 14-25 participated at 20 RBC Training Ground qualifying events across the country in front of 15 National Sport Organization (NSO) partners – all looking for Olympic potential. The National Final will serve as the last chance for these athletes to impress scouts as they compete in speed, strength, endurance and power events.

Aside from financial support, RBC Future Olympians will get the opportunity to train with an NSO and receive mentorship from RBC Olympians. Join us in celebrating these athletes, who are one step closer to achieving their Team Canada Olympic dreams!