Wheaton Showcases Skating Talent in World Team Send-off (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
It was a send-off worthy of champions at the Wheaton Ice Arena Tuesday night.
About a dozen skaters performed short programs in a celebration for two of their very own ice dancing teams headed to the World Junior Figure Skating Championship in Tallinn, Estonia in March.
Skating pair Lorraine McNamara and Quinn Carpenter and the sibling pair of Michael and Rachel Parsons are representing the U.S. in the international championship. Both teams have made it to the world stage before and are excited for their return.
Coached by Alexei Killiakov and Elena Novak, the two pairs placed first and second in the Junior National Ice Dancing Competition a few weeks ago.
The celebration Tuesday showcased 12 other accomplished skaters who ranged from first-year partners to seasoned champions.
Rockville Skater Rachel Parsons Steps Back From Sport to Focus on Health
U.S. ice dancer Rachel Parsons, a Rockville native, announced Tuesday that she is stepping away from skating to focus on her health. “I’ve been struggling with an eating disorder for years now, and it’s not something I can keep ignoring or trying to manage on my own,” Parsons wrote in a statement posted on her […]
Wheaton Ice Dancing Pair Earns Silver at Jr. World Event
Ice dancing pair Lorraine McNamara and Quinn Carpenter earned a silver medal at the World Jr. Figure Skating Championships held in Tallinn, Estonia this month. The couple practices at the Wheaton Ice Arena. You can watch their medal-winning performance here. Sibling pair of Michael and Rachel Parsons placed fourth in the competition. Check out the […]
Five Things to Know Today, Feb. 26, in Montgomery County
Look to the sky this morning! The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Montgomery County from 3 a.m. to noon today. Here are five more things to know today, Feb. 26, in Montgomery County: 1. Police arrested a man for the murder of a 95-year-old retired Naval officer. 2. MCM Blogger Phil […]
Wheaton Showcases Skating Talent in World Team Send-off (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
It was a send-off worthy of champions at the Wheaton Ice Arena Tuesday night. About a dozen skaters performed short programs in a celebration for two of their very own ice dancing teams headed to the World Junior Figure Skating Championship in Tallinn, Estonia in March. Skating pair Lorraine McNamara and Quinn Carpenter and the […]
Engage us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter
Tweets by @mymcmedia