Lillehammer (pps) The International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) Coordination Commission for the Lillehammer 2016 Youth Olympic Games (YOG concluded their second successful visit in Norway impressed with the Organising Committee’s (LYOGOC) progress on building the foundations for an “unforgettable” event. LYOGOG presented the overall concept of the Culture and Education Programme, legacy commitments, a review of the Venue Master Plan and a first overview of the Marketing and Communications plans and gave an update on the Youth Olympic Village, which received a green light for construction ahead of schedule. >br>
“Already, they have demonstrated a full understanding of the YOG spirit, working with students and young people from the region in a “playful and determined, awesome and humble” manner, as their values state, and their vision is very well in line with the IOC vision of the YOG“, said Olympic ice hockey champion Angela Ruggiero, who chaired the IOC Commission. “The IOC is in no doubt they will deliver an unforgettable experience to the young participants, local youth and beyond and we look forward to going on this journey with them.”

The YOG 2016 races in Luge will take place at the Olympic track in Lillehammer, venue of the Winter Games 1994.