Figure Skating Team from Holy Cross Participates in MIT Figure Skating Classic Event
The Holy Cross Figure Skating Club made its mark in the competitive figure skating world last weekend, participating in its first-ever collegiate competition at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). This significant milestone marked the club's initial steps into regional or collegiate competitions, signifying an important chapter in the club’s competitive journey.
The competition environment at MIT was unlike any other, with teams cheering each other on and supporting each other throughout their events. The Holy Cross Figure Skating Club, a relatively recently established club at Holy Cross, has grown significantly in size since the outset of the academic year, with dozens of students taking shuttles to the Worcester Common on Saturday to enjoy an evening of ice skating with friends.
This year marked the first time the team had a coach, a budget, structured practices, and competitions. The team, led by Co-Captain Karina Myers '27, competed in a total of five events, including Pattern Dances, Team Maneuvers, and a Freestyle program. Despite some unanticipated difficulties, the team performed well, demonstrating their adaptability and commitment to growing stronger and showcasing their competitive potential.
Coach Annabelle Rie, '26, expressed her impression of the team’s performance, expressing hope and excitement for the next competition in March at the Pioneer Challenge Cup, hosted by Sacred Heart. Myers also shared her sentiment, stating that competing at MIT was a milestone for Holy Cross figure skating and reaffirming the team's commitment to continued growth and success.
The Pioneer Challenge Cup represents the Holy Cross Figure Skating Club's next major competition and an important opportunity to showcase progress and skill. While the exact details of the competition, including dates and outcomes, are not fully documented, the event appears to be a regional or collegiate figure skating competition, which aligns with Holy Cross's ongoing participation in competitive skating at that level.
As the team prepares for the Pioneer Challenge Cup, further information and updates can be found on Holy Cross College’s athletics or club sports web pages, direct club communications, or figure skating event archives. The Holy Cross community eagerly awaits the team's continued success and growth in the competitive figure skating world.
- The Holy Cross Figure Skating Club's performance at the Pioneer Challenge Cup in March will showcase their progress and skills, as it's their next major competition and a regional or collegiate figure skating event.
- Coach Annabelle Rie '26, expresses hope and excitement for the team's performance at the Pioneer Challenge Cup, seeing it as an opportunity to build upon their accomplishments at the MIT competition.
- In addition to competing in the Pioneer Challenge Cup, the Holy Cross Figure Skating Club plans to participate in further events and may provide updates on their club sports or athletics web pages, club communications, or figure skating event archives.
- The Holy Cross community, including students and the wider community, expresses eagerness in supporting the Holy Cross Figure Skating Club as they continue to grow and excel in the competitive figure skating world.
- Apart from figure skating, the Holy Cross community is diverse, with interests ranging from arts to sports, leadership, and campus events, providing a vibrant and supportive environment for student growth and achievement.
