Figure Skaters receive year-end awards at banquet

The Paris Figure Skating Club wrapped up another successful season with its year-end banquet on June 16 at the Brant Sports Complex. Below is a list of this year’s award recipients.

The Paris Figure Skating Club awarded skaters with top honours in achievement, spirit, dedication, enthusiasm and overall love for the sport. See list of recipients on page 23. Photo credit Paris Figure Skating Club

Spiritawards

Outstanding Skater Award, given to an athlete who works hard to develop their abilities and to excel in the sport In addition to athletic ability, this athlete acts as a role model for other athletes as well as demonstrating exceptional sportsmanship both on and off the ice

Canskate – Sehaj Birdi, Julia Cunningham, Imogen Healey, Ayla McFaul and Tenly Moreau; Junior – Grace Black and Lily Zammit; Intermediate – Ella Ballard and Maya Darnbrough; Senior – Abbey Dubecki and Ella Knill

Teen/Adult – Sara Coulter and Hannah Locke-Wheal

Achievementawards

Canskate- Presley Smith and Gabriela Florczyk; Alexandra White and Alissa Carr; Junior- Clara Sangster, Kailey Fair, Charlotte Black and Mallory Coulter ; Intermediate – Madelyn

Tapp, Tianna Tone and Cassie Hoo

Senior- Camryn Wilson, Ella Knill and Sara Coulter

Pfscawards

Outstanding Skater of the Year- Erin Plaquet. The

Outstanding Skater Award, given to an athlete who works hard to develop their abilities and to excel in the sport. In addition to athletic ability, this athlete acts as a role model for other athletes as well as demonstrating exceptional sportsmanship both on and off the ice.

Joan Sherman Golden Blade Award – Ella Dobrucki. The Joan Sherman Golden Blade Award, in memory of the Paris coach, is awarded to a skater who demonstrations a willingness to give of themselves and to help others, thereby promising goodwill and a love of the sport.

Robin Prine Award – Abbi MacDonald The Robin Prine Award in memory of Robin Prine, is awarded to Abbi for her dedication, commitment and enthusiasm for skating.

Volunteer Award – Karen Groh. Recognizing the club wouldn’t survive without the dedication of volunteers, a special Volunteer Award was created four years ago to award an individual with outstanding volunteerism, a true reflection of their passion and dedication to the club. Any member or coach can submit nominations for this award.