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Local IWSA skater carries Special
Olympics torch through China
Special Olympic skater, Katie Crawford (in the center holding torch), was one of 10 athletes from around the world chosen to run the Special Olympic torch through China. For two weeks this fall, she ran the Law Enforcement Torch through Beijing and Shanghai as it made its way to the Opening Ceremonies of the 2007 World Special Olympic Games. She was joined on the Law Enforcement Torch Run by officers from around the world. They helped raise funds for Special Olympics. Katie is an IWSA skater and World Special Olympics Medalist.
Saddened by passing of Pieter Kollen
It is with much regret, that Indiana World Skating Academy Announces the passing of long-time coach and former Figure Skating Program Director, Pieter Kollen. Pieter's dedication to I/WSA over the past 20 years has been a key element in the structure, development and success of the facility. Mr. Kollen has been instrumental in developing many successful programs at IWSA, for which we are indebted.
Contributions may be made to US Figure Skating Memorial Fund, 20 First Street, Colorado, Springs, CO 80906, or Steuben County Lakes Council, 207 South Wayne Street, Ste #B, Angola, In 46703.
Mr. Serguei Zaitsev has assumed the responsibilities of Program Director. He, as well, has been deeply involved with IWSA programs and many IWSA skaters. Serguei is enthusiastic about the future of IWSA and pledges to work hard for its continued success. We appreciate both of these gentlemen.
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Serguei Zaitsev Nominated for USFS/PSA Developmental Coach of the Year Award Congratulations and Best of Luck to Serguei! Indiana/World Skating Academy Summer Update Indiana/World Skating Academy is happy to announce we will be running ALL of our summer programs (hockey, figure skating, speed skating, curling, public skating, etc.) at the Pan Am Plaza, as scheduled for the summer of 2008. To schedule summer events at I/WSA please call Courtney at 317.237.5555 ext 168. Danielle Seitz Finishes 9th at Nationals! Congratulations to I/WSA Figure Skater Danielle Seitz who finished in 9th place in Novice Ladies at the 2006 US Figure Skating Championships!
Read the related article in the Indy Star
I/WSA continues partnership with the Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station as their "Official Hotel." The Crowne Plaza is located at Pan Am Plaza and is literally steps from the rink. They will offer the incredible room rates for I/WSA patrons of:
Visit the Crowne Plaza’s website at
www.crowneplaza.com/ind-downtown or call 1-800-2CROWNE or directly to
317-631-2221. You must use the group code of “WSA” when calling. The Corporate
ID number to book online is 100204098. Further questions may be directed by
e-mail to jparshley@genhotels.com.
I/WSA Pairs Sweep Pairs Competition and Junior Nationals December 4, 2006 Congratulations to Cassie Andrews and Nicholas Andrews--2007 Intermediate Pairs National Champions! Cassie and Nicholas placed 5th at the 2008 National Championships in their first year of Novice Pairs!
Congratulations to Carly and David Powers--2007 Juvenile Pairs National Champions!
FOUR SKATERS FROM INDIANA/WORLD SKATING ACADEMY PLACE FIRST AT JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS IWSA Boasts Five Total Skaters Who Placed Nationally
INDIANAPOLIS – Four skaters from Indiana/World Skating Academy took first place at the 2007 U.S. Junior Figure Skating Championships on Saturday at the Ice Land Arena in Strongsville, Ohio, and are now honored as National Champions in their respective divisions.
Cassie Andrews (Mays, IN) and Nicholas Anderson (Nashville, TN) won the Intermediate Pairs title, while Carly and David Powers (LaPorte, IN) placed first in the Juvenile Pairs division.
It was the second gold medal in as many years for Andrews and Anderson, who were last year’s National Champions in Juvenile Pairs. The Powers’, who are siblings, took home their first gold medal after finishing sixth in Juvenile Pairs at last year’s Junior Championships.
Also placing nationally was Ryan Mavity, who finished 16th in Juvenile Boys.
All five skaters train at IWSA and are coached by Professional Skaters Association (PSA) Master-rated coaches Elena and Serguei Zaitsev, who both hold a Master’s Degree in Physical Culture and Sport from the former Soviet Union.
Indiana/World Skating Academy and the Pan American Plaza ice rinks have been a landmark in downtown Indianapolis for more than two decades. The Skating Academy and the rinks have consistently brought recreational opportunities, skating competitions, educational programs, sport diversity and national and international exposure to the city of Indianapolis.
Danielle Seitz advances to Nationals! November 19, 2006 Congratulations to Danielle Seitz who finished 4th at the Midwestern Sectionals and will compete in Novice Ladies at Nationals.
INDIANA/WORLD SKATING ACADEMY SENDS FIVE SKATERS TO MIDWESTERN SECTIONAL Six additional skaters to compete at upcoming Junior Championships November 15th, 2006 INDIANAPOLIS – Five skaters from Indiana/World Skating Academy will compete at the 2007 U.S. Figure Skating Midwestern Sectional in Pelham, Alabama beginning on Thursday, November 16 and running through Saturday, November 18. In addition, I/WSA will be represented by six skaters who will compete at the 2007 U.S. Junior Championships in Strongsville, Ohio from November 28 through December 2.
All 11 skaters advanced after finishing in the top four at the 2007 Eastern Great Lakes Regional Championships in October. Danielle Seitz (Indianapolis) advanced to sectionals after finishing first in novice ladies. Abigail Legg (Ames, Iowa) advanced after finishing fourth among senior ladies, while Cara Kinney (Noblesville) was fourth in junior ladies. In the novice pairs division, Angelica Gervacio (Chicago, IL) and Brandon Moore (Louisville, KY) automatically advanced to sectionals due to a limited number of pairs in the region.
Headed to the Junior Championships will be Cassie Andrews (Mays, IN) and Nicholas Anderson (Nashville, TN), who finished first in intermediate pairs. Carly Powers and David Powers advanced after placing first in juvenile pairs. Also headed to junior nationals will be Ryan Mavity, who was second in juvenile men, and Kacie Kotnik, who was third in intermediate ladies.
Indiana/World Skating Academy and the Pan American Plaza ice rinks have been a landmark in downtown Indianapolis for more than two decades. The skating academy and the rinks have consistently brought recreational opportunities, skating competitions, educational programs, sport diversity and national and international exposure to the city of Indianapolis.
Curling Stones arrive at I/WSA
November 9, 2006 Kelley Morris-Adair is Elected as the next President of PSA October 2, 2006 I/WSA's Kelley Morris-Adair, figure skating coach, was recently elected as the next PSA President. Kelley has served as the Rating Chair for four consecutive years and the First Vice President for the last year. Kelley's presidential term will begin at the conclusion of the National Coaches Conference in May, 2007. "I am honored to have this opportunity and I look forward to continue the visions of the Professional Skaters Association," said Kelley. Congratulations, Kelley!
14th Annual Fabulous Fall Free Family Skating Weekend September 14+15, 2007 The 13th annual Fabulous Fall Free Family Skating Weekend is a fun-filled weekend of free family ice skating, broomball, group lessons, public skating, and a youth hockey game. Skating sessions include free skate rental, lots of prizes and hungry skaters can enjoy a hot dog and a CokeŽ for a dollar! Local figure skaters will be performing figure skating exhibitions. RADIO DISNEY broadcasted from 1pm-3pm in the American Rink FREE Curling clinic will be conducted from 11am - 1pm (participation is limited) PLEASE contact us at (317) 237-5565 for curling registration information to reserve your spot! FABULOUS FALL FREE FAMILY SKATING WEEKEND SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, September 14 Time Rink Event 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM O Free Public Skating 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM O Free Public Skating 7:45 PM - 8:45 PM A Free Broomball Hockey** Saturday, September 15 Time Rink Event 11:00 Am - 1:00 PM O Curling Clinic-On Ice Instruct* 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM A Figure Skating Exhibition 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM A Free Group Skating Lessons 1:00 pm - 3:00 PM A Free Open Skating (RADIO DISNEY) 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM O Circle City Curling Club 3:15PM - 4:15 PM A Free Broomball Hockey** 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM O Free Open Skating 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM A Free Broomball Hockey** 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM A Indiana Jr. Ice U-18/Hockey 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM O Free Open Skating * Curling Clinic participation is limited. Please reserve your spot today. 237-5565. ** Broomball hockey is similar to ice hockey except it is played with a ball and a broom. Players WEAR sneakers instead of Skates
Indiana Ice Times Seeks Stories for Next Edition Indiana Ice Times is a newsletter produced by Indiana/World Skating Academy for skaters, coaches, hockey players, curlers, and others involved in ice sports in Indiana. We welcome articles and information about skaters, clubs, competitions, tournaments, and training programs to include in this newsletter. Photographs will also be accepted. Please include a name and phone number with any information submitted. The next issue will be published in January. The deadline to submit articles and photos is December 31, 2006. In order to submit an article, please e-mail it to cspurgeon@iwsa.org or mail it to: Courtney Spurgeon 201 South Capitol Ave Suite 001 Indianapolis, IN 46225 Nicholas Anderson and Cassie Andrews chosen as members of the U.S. Developmental Team July 1, 2006 I/WSA pair skaters Nicholas Anderson and Cassie Andrews were recently chosen as members of the United States Developmental Team by U.S. Figure Skating. They were chosen because of their first place performance in the U.S. Junior Figure Skating Championships. Each Developmental Team athlete will receive supplemental funding in the amount of $1,500 to enhance his or her training and development. The money can be used towards items that will improve the quality of the pairs' skating. The objective of the program is to identify and develop athletes who have future potential to represent the United States in international competitions. Congratulations, Nicholas and Cassie!
-Story submitted by Marc Allen, Butler University DOYON TAKES OVER FOR INDIANA JUNIOR ICE FORMER NHL DEFENSEMAN ALSO PLAYED FOR INDIANAPOLIS ICE April 20, 2006 INDIANAPOLIS, IN-- The Indiana Ice announced today that Mario Doyon will be Head Coach of the Indiana Junior Ice (Midget Majors U18 Team) for the 2006-07 season. The Indiana Junior Ice is an Elite AAA Midget Program stationed here in Indianapolis that sent five players to the USHL’s Indiana Ice last season. Forwards Eric Miller, Greg Braun and Bobby Dalzell, defenseman Matt Smith and goaltender Nathan Pellegrino all received call-ups last season to the Indiana Ice. Born in Quebec City, Doyon was a 1986 NHL Draft Pick of the Chicago Blackhawks and played 16 years of professional hockey which included stops in the NHL, IHL, AHL, CHL and Europe. He played in 28 NHL games with Chicago and Quebec and scored seven points (3G, 4A) to go along with 16 penalty minutes. The former defenseman also played for the IHL’s Indianapolis Ice in 1989-90 and the CHL’s Ice in 2003-04. He began his hockey career playing Major Junior in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) as he spent three seasons with the Drummondville Voltigeurs. The 37-year-old Doyon resides in Avon, IN and is married to wife, Amy. He has been part of the local youth hockey movement as he has spent the last three seasons coaching his two sons, Drew and Riley. Those players interested in trying out for the Indiana Junior Ice can contact Doyon at (317) 502-6597 or by e-mail at madoyon@sbcglobal.net. For try-out information, check out www.indianajrice.com. I/WSA Hosted Indiana Special Olympics State Competition March 9, 2006 I/WSA hosted the 2006 Indiana Special Olympics State Competition on March 9th, 2006. Over 50 athletes came from all over the state to compete in Figure Skating Badge levels 3, 4, 5 & 6, Freestyle levels 1 & 4, and Speed Skating at distances of 111 meters, 333 meters & 500 meters. A huge thank you goes out to all of the athletes, family members, and volunteers that made this event such a success.
Abigail Legg finishes 16th at Nationals In her first experience competing at Nationals, Abigail Legg skated in the same warm-up group as Emily Hughes and Sasha Cohen for the Short Program. She wasn't intimidated at all. She skated with confidence, cheered on by close to 100 fans from I/WSA Figure Skating Club and many family and friends from Iowa. Abigail said that it was everything she could have imagined times ten. She finished in 16th place overall. Congratulations, Abigail!
Abigail Legg qualifies for Nationals in Senior Ladies Congratulations to I/WSA skater and coach, Abigail Legg, who qualified for Nationals in Senior Ladies in her first year of competition as a Senior Lady. Abigail says she is thrilled to have qualified for Nationals and if she makes it further she would like to represent Team USA in International competitions this upcoming season. Abigail is coached by Pieter Kollen, Kelley Morris-Adair, and Donald Adair.
Cassie Andrews and Nicholas Anderson-Juvenile Pairs National Champions Congratulations to our skaters, Cassie Andrews and Nicholas Anderson, who successfully captured a title of National Champions in Juvenile Pairs at the 2006 Junior Nationals in Westminster, Colorado!
Congratulations also to David and Carly Powers who finished in 6th place in the Juvenile Pairs Final Round. I/WSA also wants to congratulate their coaches, Serguei and Elena Zaitsev. Kelley Morris-Adair is Elected First Vice President of the PSA I/WSA's Kelley Morris-Adair, figure skating coach, was recently elected to the Executive Board of the Professional Skaters Association as First Vice President. Kelley has served as the Rating Chair for three consecutive years and will continue to hold that position as well as her new one. "We are delighted to have Kelley serve as a vice-president to the PSA. Over the years, Kelley has demonstrated her knowledge and experience in various positions with the organization. We look forward to adding her expertise to the executive board and to the enhancement of our mission of providing education and accreditation to ice skating professionals," said PSA's Executive Director, Carol Shulman. Congratulations, Kelley! I/WSA Figure Skaters Finish Strong at Regionals The Eastern Great Lakes Regionals were held at Carmel Ice Skadium at the end of October. At this competition, several I/WSA figure skaters qualified for Sectionals and Junior Nationals. Abigail Legg placed third in Senior Ladies; Cara Kinney placed first in Junior Ladies; Nicholas Anderson placed fifth in Intermediate Men; David Powers placed fifth in Juvenile Boys; Cassie Andrews placed first in Juvenile Girls; Cassie Andrews and Nicholas Anderson placed second in Juvenile Pairs; Carly and David Powers placed third in Juvenile Pairs. All of these skaters train full-time at Indiana/World Skating Academy. Their coaches include I/WSA's Pieter Kollen, Kelley Morris-Adair, Serguei Zaitsev and Elena Zaitsev. Midwestern Sectional Championships are in Littleton, CO in mid-November and Junior National Championships are in Westminster, CO in December. Best of luck to all skaters!
It was a fun-filled weekend of free family ice skating, broomball, group lessons, public skating, youth and adult hockey games. Skating sessions included free skate rental, lots of prizes and hungry skaters enjoyed a hot dog and a CokeŽ for a dollar! Local
figure skaters performed figure skating exhibitions thought the day and local
speed skaters demonstrated speed skating. Those schools were: Westlake Elementary (Wayne Township) George H. Fisher School #93 (IPS) Rosa Parks Elementary (Perry Township) Students from over 175 schools attended this year's event. We had over 1,000 participants this year!
THE OFFICIAL TRAINING AND PRACTICE CENTER OF THE INDIANA ICE - USHL TIER 1
New Blade Design Will Revolutionize Toe Jumps Coach Pieter Kollen, Skating Director at Indiana/World Skating Academy in Indianapolis, has released his revolutionary design in figure skating blades. The blade, called the K-Pick®, will significantly improve toe jumps. Basic benefits include improved grip for greater control, precision take-offs, extra stability, increased confidence and reduced risk of injury. The three toe jumps (toe loop, flip and lutz) make up half of the six figure skating jumps. The other three jumps are called edge jumps (axel, loop and salchow) and will not be affected by this new design. This is the first major modification of the figure skating blade since the 1950's. "The blade is doing all the things we had projected them to do," claims Kollen. "It reduces the slippage, therefore, the energy generated (from the takeoff) doesn't dissipate as much and allows that energy to be used vertically." Roger Margerson, Managing Director of Hattersley & Davidson Limited (parent company to the world's largest blade manufacturers, John Wilson Skates and Mitchel & King (MK) Skates of Sheffield, England), is responsible for developing the method of producing the K-Pick on the various models that will be available to the general public. Margerson met with Sally Stapleford, Technical Chairman for Figure Skating to the International Skating Union (ISU), the world governing body for figure skating and speed skating, and said Ms. Stapleford had "absolutely no objection" to the K-Pick®. The new blades are scheduled to be released to the general public by October 22, 1999--in time for the upcoming competition season. The K-Pick® was used and tested by skaters at I/WSA in the trial and development period. "The selected skaters are ascending the amateur ladder, desiring to make their mark at the national level," said Kollen. "These skaters represent the great majority of skaters who will be using this blade," he said. I/WSA skater George Atkinson has been testing the blades for more than four months. "It makes my toe jumps a lot bigger and I have a lot cleaner takeoffs," he says. Another I/WSA skater, John Hoenig proclaimed, "I hang in the air a lot longer. I'm still in the air and I'm thinking 'wait a second, I should have landed by now.'" The K-Pick® was first introduced to coaches at the end of May at the Professional Skaters Association (PSA) (the international organization of figure skating coaches) Annual Conference and the Ice Skating Institute's (the governing body of recreational skaters and rink managers) trade show and conference. The blade was so well received that Margerson projects that within the next year and a half, every blade produced except the introductory ones would be the new K-Pick® blade. The blade will be available this fall in several different models of John Wilson Skates and MK Skates. "We are very excited about this system," said PSA Executive Director, Carole Shulman. "We feel this is the most exciting development in blade technology in decades!" Barbara Roles-Williams, coach of several Olympic and World competitors, said there is a significant difference in the spring of the jump as compared to the blade that skaters currently use. "You can see that the hole in the ice is smaller with the K-Pick®. That shows that the energy goes vertical instead of into the ice. This will revolutionize toe jumping. I think you will see a lot more people doing quad toe jumps because of this blade." James Disbrow, President of the United States Figure Skating Association said, "(The K-Pick®) obviously will create new methodology for different jumps and for different moves and certainly helps skaters create a new cutting edge. I think this is important. As in any business, there's always a necessity to not only create, but to use and continue to improve products that will make our sport grow." I/WSA hosted a press conference on June 24 to announce the new blade to the media. Erin Pearl, 5th place finisher in the National Ladies Championship Freestyle and World Team alternate, as well as I/WSA skaters Sarah Besaw (Ladies Championship Freestyle), Brittany Edwards (Ladies Novice Freestyle) and George Atkinson (Mens Novice Freestyle), were on-hand to demonstrate the blade. {Return to top}
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