Ketiz Singh

Tragedy Strikes Figure Skating Community

Imagine being at a figure skating camp filled with excitement and inspiration, only to have tragedy strike unexpectedly. Jackie Brener, a figure skating coach with over 30 years of experience, experienced just that in Witchita, Kansas. She was attending a figure skating development camp when tragedy struck, impacting the skating community in a profound way.

The National Competition and Rising Stars

Jackie shares about the national championships and the coach’s workshop that followed, where the next generation of rising stars in figure skating were gathered to be educated and inspired. The impact of the camp on the skating community was immense, with everyone thrilled and inspired for the upcoming season.

Responding to Tragedy

When news of the tragedy broke, the skating community came together to support one another. The devastation felt by everyone, from coaches to officials to skaters, was palpable. Plans are in place to honor and remember those lost in this tragic event.

Jackie also addresses concerns about athletes’ travel safety, drawing on the history of a similar tragedy in 1961. Despite the risks associated with travel, the skating community remains resilient and supportive of one another.

Role of Parents and Moms

It is a heartbreaking reality that among those lost in the tragedy were skaters, coaches, and moms from the Boston Skating Club. The impact on families and the skating community as a whole is deeply felt. Tomorrow, there will be a moment of silence to honor and remember those who lost their lives.

Despite the tragedy, one consolation remains – those lost were doing what they loved. The skating community, along with the whole country, holds them in their hearts and memories.

Jackie Brener’s story is a reminder of the resilience and strength of the figure skating community in the face of adversity. Their unity and support for one another serve as an inspiration to us all.