Posts

Nexxice and Nova each win second title at 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

/0 Comments/in /by

WATERLOO, Ont. – Nexxice, from Burlington, Ont., and Nova, from St-Hubert, Que., each won its second gold medal on Sunday at the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships.

In open competition, the top-three remained unchanged as Nexxice placed first with 147.45 points. Les Suprêmes, from St-Léonard, Que., were second at 143.33 and Les Pirouettes from Laval, Que., were third at 136.10.

Nova climbed from second spot after the first free skate on Saturday to win the gold with 108.11. Les Suprêmes were second at 105.06 and Gold Ice from Brampton, Ont., third at 100.27.

‘’We were stressed from yesterday,’’ said Nova skater Emma Grenier. ‘’But today we really went full out and it paid off.’’

On Saturday, Nova won the senior title and Nexxice was first in intermediate. Les Suprêmes were junior champions.

Note: Earlier today Skate Canada announced the teams for the 2019 ISU Synchronized Skating Championships.

Full results: 2019 SKATE CANADA SYNCHRONIZED SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS

Nova upsets Nexxice to win gold at 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

/0 Comments/in /by

WATERLOO, Ont. – Nova, from St-Hubert, Que., won the free skate on Saturday to take the gold medal in senior competition at the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships.

Nova earned 231.35 points to upset two-time defending champions Nexxice from Burlington, Ont., second at 226.69. Les Suprêmes from St-Léonard, Que., were third at 220.07.

“It’s hard to express what we feel right now,” said Tessa Sarret of Nova. “We’re very proud with what we’ve accomplished.”

The senior teams for the world championships, set for April 12-14 in Helsinki, will be announced by Skate Canada on Sunday morning.

In junior competition, Les Suprêmes were the victors for the third straight year with 184.57. Nexxice won the free skate but remained second at 178.79 and Nova hung onto third by less than a point with 144.69.

“That was our highest score of the season,” said Alessia Hart-Lewis of Les Suprêmes. “We are super proud about that because we have been training so hard. We really made the program come alive.”

Nexxice won the gold medal in the intermediate division with 122.73 followed by les Rytmiks de Lanaudière from Mascouche, Que., at 116.77 and Meraki from Toronto at 115.13.

“It was amazing,” said Nexxice skater Jessica Sawyer. “We felt we put out all the elements that we wanted too and we demonstrated all the hard work we put into this season in this skate.”

Nexxice also leads the Open competition after the first of two free programs with 97.19. Les Suprêmes are second at 92.31 and Les Pirouettes from Laval, Que., are third at 85.78.

In novice competition after the first of two free programs, Les Suprêmes are first at 67.58, Nova is second at 65.16 and Gold Ice from Brampton, Ont., third at 63.79.

“We gave it our all,” said Suprêmes skater Alexandra Bourdage. “There was a lot of energy in our program and a lot of quality skating.”

Competition ends Sunday at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.

Full results: 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

Nexxice leads in two of three age groups at 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

/0 Comments/in /by

WATERLOO, Ont. – Nexxice, from Burlington, Ont., stands first in senior and intermediate competition after Friday’s short programs at the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships.

In senior competition, Nexxice earned 84.49 points with Nova from St-Hubert, Que., second at 82.71 and Les Suprêmes from St-Léonard, Que., third at 81.38. Nexxice is coming off international victories in Italy and Scotland.

‘’We are really proud with how we just skated and have really worked together as a team over the past couple of weeks while we were in Europe,’’ said Nexxice skater Kelly Britten. ‘’We made everything work well technically today.’’

Les Suprêmes from St-Léonard, Que., are first after the short program in junior competition with 73.90. Nexxice is second at 68.05 and Nova from St-Hubert, Que., is third at 57.24.

‘’We really skated as one,’’ said Alessia Hard-Lewis.’’ We performed what we’ve been working on over the past few weeks.  We were connected as a team and also connected to the crowd.’’

In intermediate competition, Nexxice stands first at 39.27, Les Rythmiks Lanaudière from Mascouche, Que., are second at 38.86 and Meraki from Toronto third at 37.85.

The competition has attracted 40 teams and over 800 skaters from across the country competing for titles in senior, junior, novice, intermediate and open categories.

The top two senior teams will go on to represent Canada at the 2019 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships, in Helsinki April 12-14, 2019.

Competition continues through to Sunday at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.

Full results: 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

Canada’s best synchronized skaters headed to Waterloo for the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

/0 Comments/in /by

WATERLOO, ON: The nation’s best synchronized skating teams are headed to Waterloo, Ont., for the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships, taking place from February 22-24, 2019 at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Centre.

The event will host approximately 40 teams and over 800 skaters from across the country competing for titles in senior, junior, novice, intermediate and open categories. The top two senior teams will go on to represent Canada at the 2019 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships, taking place in Helsinki, Finland from April 12-14, 2019.

“The 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships brings together the best synchronized skating teams in Canada and is one of the most exciting events on our calendar. The synchronized skating discipline blends aspects from the other disciplines in a team environment, making it absolutely thrilling to watch,” said Debra Armstrong, CEO, Skate Canada. “We thank the city of Waterloo for hosting this championship and warmly welcoming the Canadian synchronized skating family.”

Tickets for the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships are available for purchase online here.  During the event, tickets will be available for purchase at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Centre and online. All-event tickets are priced at $60 for adults, $30 for children 12 years and younger. Day passes for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are priced at $25 for adults, $20 for children 12 years and younger. Additional service fees apply.

The competition will be live-streamed in English and in French for fans to watch the event at home for free.

Media looking to attend the event are asked to contact Emma Lindblad, Communications Coordinator, by phone at 819-743-2056 or by email at [email protected]

Ticket Info: 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

/0 Comments/in /by

WATERLOO, ON: Tickets for the 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships  will go on sale Thursday, November 22, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. (ET). The championships will take place from February 22-24, 2019 at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex in Waterloo, Ont.

TICKETS
All event tickets are priced at $60 for adults, $30 for children 12 years and younger. Day Passes for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are priced at $25 for adults, $20 for children 12 years and younger. Additional service fees apply. During the event, tickets will be available at the venue or available online.

EVENT
The 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships will bring approximately 40 teams and over 800 athletes from across the country to Waterloo. The city most recently hosted this event in 2016.

Teams will compete for national titles in the senior, junior, open, intermediate and novice categories. The top two senior teams will go on to represent Canada at the 2019 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships in Helsinki, Finland from April 12-14, 2019.

Waterloo to host 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

/0 Comments/in /by

OTTAWA, ON: The Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships are returning to Waterloo, Ont., in 2019. The championships will take place from February 22-24, 2019, at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.

“The beauty of a synchronized skating team working in unison, along with the level of excitement at the Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships combine to create an unforgettable experience,” said Debra Armstrong, CEO, Skate Canada. “We look forward to that energy captivating the community when we return to the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex, for what is sure to be another wonderful event.”

The 2019 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships will bring approximately 40 teams and over 800 skaters from across the country to Waterloo. The city most recently hosted this event in 2016.

“We are very happy that the Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships is returning to Waterloo,” said City of Waterloo Mayor Dave Jaworsky. “Waterloo is a big advocate of active living through sports, fitness and recreation. We also have a rich history of supporting competitive skating and we are pleased to welcome back this important event. Best of luck to all competitors and I hope everyone has a great time.”

Teams will compete for national titles in the senior, junior, open, intermediate and novice categories. The top two senior teams will represent Canada at the 2019 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships.