CHERYL
– March 6, 2011Posted in: Skater Profiles
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Kailly
– March 6, 2011Posted in: Skater Profiles
NAME: Kailly
OCCUPATION:
Civil Engineer
WHEN/HOW YOU STARTED SKATING:
When I was really little my sisters and I would skate after my dads hockey games and after school we would make up routines on the rink my dad built for us in our back yard.
WHEN/HOW YOU STARTED SKATING SYNCHRO:
Joined the first synchro team my home club started at about 12 and have been doing it ever since.
CURRENT SKATING GOALS:
To just keep skating so I can be one of those grandmas out there kick butt one day!
Hilary Dauffenbach-Tabb
– February 23, 2011Posted in: Skater Profiles
OCCUPATION
7th grade math teacher for the NYC Department of Education.
FAMILY/SIGNIFICANT OTHER
Parents Vera and Wil, both avid synchronized skating supporters.
WHEN/HOW YOU STARTED SKATING
About 15 years ago when I was in 4th grade. I saw a flyer for the local skating club’s Learn to Skate program and knew I had to be a part of it. My mom refused to buy me skates, she figured rentals would be sufficient for my likely short term skating interest. Little did either of us know that skating would become a life long passion.
WHEN/HOW YOU STARTED SKATING SYNCHRO
I started skating synchro about 8 years ago. I credit it with keeping my interest in skating. I had gotten bored of skating by myself all of the time and tired of falling on jumps I probably would never land. A group of about 8 other girls and one coach at my rink started the club’s first synchro team-and its still going strong today!
FAVORITE SKATERS
I don’t have a favorite-no time to watch them on tv!
FAVORITE SKATING MEMORY
There are too many amazing memories to pick just one. I would have to say though, that the time I have spent with so many wonderful teammates over the years, whether it is 5am at practice, waiting to get on the ice for a big skate, or simply hanging out in the locker room or at other team events, has enriched my life more than I even know.
CURRENT SKATING GOALS
To continue to improve my skating while helping my teammates be the best that they can be. Oh yeah, and becoming a skating judge!
Eastern Sectionals
– February 23, 2011Posted in: Team News
Gotham City Synchro traveled to beautiful Lake Placid to compete at the 2011 Eastern Sectionals February 4th and 5th. Battling almost 16 inches of snow in two days, we put in a great performance in the qualifying rounds that put us through to the Championship Round. Unfortunately, during the Championship Round we had a disappointing fall and finished 7th.
In spite of this, we have had a wonderful season. We had a worked hard, learned new skills, and had so much fun! Congratulations to the winners and we look forward to skating with you all again next year in Hershey, PA!
Central Park Exhibition
– February 1, 2011Posted in: Media
Come support Gotham City Synchro at our skating exhibition on Sunday, January 23, performing at 11:45am sharp at Wollman Rink in Central Park. You can watch for free from the overlook.
Wollman Rink, Central Park
GCS wins Colonial Classic!
– February 1, 2011Posted in: Team News
Colonials 2011
Gotham City Synchro won the adult open division of the Colonial Classic in Lowell, Massachusetts. It’s the second win for the team in the season. This weekend, the team is heading to Lake Placid to compete in the Eastern Sectional Championships. Good luck to all teams and GO FOR GOLD GOTHAM!
Gotham Skaters with Trophy
Gotham’s Glee Flash Mob
GCS gatecrashed the ice at the Rockefeller Center for a flash mob skate to “Desk the Rooftops” from the Glee Christmas album.
Happy Holidays!
GCS takes the gold at Terry Conners
– December 10, 2010Posted in: Team News
GCS during the medal ceremony at the Terry Conners Synchro Open 2010
Gotham City Synchro took home the gold medal as they debuted their new program at the Terry Conners Synchro Open competition on December 4th in Stamford, Connecticut. It was the third consecutive time the team has won their division at the event. The skaters look forward to developing and improving their routine over the season.
GCS perform their block formation during the Terry Conners Synchro Open 2010
GCS perform spirals in the circle formation during the Terry Conners Synchro Open 2010