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Les Suprêmes take senior crown at 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

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CALGARY – Les Suprêmes from St-Léonard, Que., maintained top spot after Saturday’s free skate to win the gold medal in the senior event at the 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships.

The winners totalled 239.05 points with Nexxice from Burlington, Ont., moving from third after Friday’s short program to second at 225.41 and defending champion Nova, from St-Hubert, Que.,  in third at 221.34.

“It’s an incredible feeling to win especially after last year,” said Laurie Désilets of Les Suprêmes. “We were very determined this season to win the national title and the work we put in to make that happen makes it all even more satisfying.”

The top two senior teams will represent Canada at the 2020 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships, taking place in Lake Placid from April 3-5.

The top-three remained unchanged in junior competition as Nexxice won the gold medal with 194.34. Les Suprêmes, the defending champs, were second at 181.05 and Nova third at 156.00

“It’s a dream come true,” said Mya Napier of Nexxice. “We worked so hard this has been our goal all season. We were calm and confident for the free skate and interpreted the skate as we have in practice.”

Gold Ice, from Brampton, Ont.,  won the novice title with 108.28 points. Nova took the silver moving from third spot after the first free skate on Friday for 103.50. Les Suprêmes dropped third finishing with 100.66.

“To win here is a shock to us,” said Tamara Watkins of Gold Ice. “We just wanted to skate our best and have a good time. We were third at nationals last year to win this year is a great accomplishment.”

Full results: 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

Les Suprêmes, Nexxice, Gold Ice lead at 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

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CALGARY – Les Suprêmes from St-Léonard, Que., Nexxice from Burlington, Ont., and Gold Ice from Brampton, Ont., are the leaders after Friday’s short programs at the 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships.

In senior competition, les Suprêmes tabulated 82.42 points for first spot after the short program. Nova from Brossard, Que., is second at 75.04 and Nexxice third at 73.13.

“We feel really good about our performance,” said Laurie Désilets of les Suprêmes. “The atmosphere was incredible and we did the program exactly like we do at home. We hope to do the same in the long.”

The top two senior teams will go on to represent Canada at the 2020 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships, taking place in Lake Placid from April 3-5.

Nexxice is first after the junior short with 72.78 followed by Les Suprêmes at 62.77 and Nova in third at 53.38.

“We are just overjoyed right now,” said Mya Napier of Nexxice. “We worked so hard and we just wanted to take it moment by moment and skate for each other. It really showed today.”

In the novice event, Gold Ice is first after the short with 34.84, les Suprêmes second at 34.06 and Nova third at 33.03.

This week’s event has attracted 40 teams and over 800 skaters from across the country competing for titles in senior, junior, novice, intermediate and open categories.

Competition continues through to Sunday at Winsport.

Full results: 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships – Skate Canada

Canada’s top synchronized skaters headed to Calgary for 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

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CALGARY, AB: The country’s best synchronized skating teams are headed to Calgary, Alta. for the 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships, taking place from February 21-23, 2020 at Winsport.

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 2020 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships, taking place in Lake Placid, USA, from April 3-5, 2020.

“The 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships is an exciting event that welcomes the nation’s top synchronized skating teams and is one of the most electrifying events on our calendar,” said Debra Armstrong, CEO, Skate Canada. “Synchronized skating is a combination of all skating disciplines and incorporates a team environment, making it breathtaking to watch. We thank the city of Calgary for hosting this championship and welcoming the Canadian synchronized skating family with open arms.”

Tickets for the 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships are available for purchase online here. During the event, tickets will be available for purchase at Winsport and online. All-event tickets are priced at $74.60 for adults, $38.35 for children 12 years and younger. Day passes for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are priced at $32.30 for adults and $26.25 for children 12 years and younger. Additional service fees apply.

The competition will be livestreamed on the Skate Canada Dailymotion page 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: 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

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CALGARY, AB: Tickets for the 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships will go on sale Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. (MT). The championships will take place from February 21-23, 2020 at WinSport in Calgary, Alberta.

TICKETS
All event tickets are priced at $74.60 for adults ($60 ticket + $14.60 GST and venue fees) for adults, $38.35 for children 12 years and younger ($30 ticket + $8.35 GST and venue fees). Day Passes for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are priced at $32.30 for adults ($25 ticket + $7.30 GST and venue fees) and $26.25 for children 12 years and younger ($20 ticket + $6.25 GST and venue fees). Tickets can be purchased online here. During the event, tickets will be available at the venue and online at ticketmaster.ca.

EVENT
The 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships will bring approximately 60 teams and over 800 athletes from across the country to Calgary. The city most recently hosted this event in 2017.

Teams will compete for national titles in the senior, junior, novice, intermediate and open categories. The top two senior teams will go on to represent Canada at the 2020 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships in Lake Placid, USA from April 3-5, 2020.

Calgary to host 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships

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OTTAWA, ON: The Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships are returning to Calgary, Alta., in 2020. The championships will take place from February 21-23, 2020, at WinSport.

“We are excited to be headed back to Calgary for the 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships. This city is known for hosting many successful sporting events and we are confident that this event will be just that,” said Debra Armstrong, CEO, Skate Canada. “Each year, Canada’s best synchronized skating teams demonstrate their hard work and dedication, resulting in thrilling performances at the national championships that we know Calgarians will enjoy.”

The 2020 Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championships will bring approximately 40 teams and over 800 skaters from across the country to Calgary. The city most recently hosted this event in 2017.

“Calgary is thrilled to once again host the Skate Canada Synchronized Skating Championship at the world-class WinSport Markin MacPhail Centre,” said Jeff Daniels, Executive Director, Sport, Culture & Major Events at Tourism Calgary. “The economic benefits that accompany this championship provide significant value to Calgary’s visitor economy, including spending at hotels, attractions, restaurants and more. We’re extremely pleased that Skate Canada has selected Calgary.”

Teams will compete for national titles in the senior, junior, novice, intermediate and open categories. The top two senior teams will represent Canada at the 2020 ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships.