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On the Ice => Events for Skaters => Topic started by: Isk8NYC on January 20, 2011, 11:33:31 AM

Title: Adult Nationals Sweeper
Post by: Isk8NYC on January 20, 2011, 11:33:31 AM

SLC is looking for a few good skaters to volunteer as sweepers for the US Adult Nats:
http://saltlakefigureskating.com/events/2011adultchamps/acicesweepers.html

Title: Re: Adult Nationals Sweeper
Post by: jjane45 on January 21, 2011, 10:46:22 PM

They specifically want "boys and girls", I wonder if adults can serve as sweepers at AN? lol

Title: Re: Adult Nationals Sweeper
Post by: FigureSpins on January 22, 2011, 06:59:57 PM

How tall are you?  Maybe you can pass!

I wonder if there's an audition process?

Title: Re: Adult Nationals Sweeper
Post by: jjane45 on January 22, 2011, 07:12:20 PM

LOL I am not attending AN, was just curious because it mentioned things I never thought about such as sweeper practice and coach certification. Wonder if it's first come first serve or they choose skaters based on skill level?

Title: Re: Adult Nationals Sweeper
Post by: FigureSpins on January 22, 2011, 07:33:26 PM

My kids were sweepers for Regionals a few years ago.  Basic skating skills were required - skate the distance between the hockey lines on one foot, be able to stop quickly, turn easily and do dips/two-footed shoot the ducks while gliding.  All necessary for chasing down stuffed animals and bouncey toys. 

The deadline to apply had already passed, but they had two kids drop out, so there were spots open.  I had to find two red dresses to sort-of match the other girls' dresses, but the Club/USFSA gave the sweeper/slusher team matching fleece vests.  I don't remember if there was a fee - probably.

The girls had a blast taking photos with some Senior-level skaters after they were done.  Thrilling, once I explained who they were standing with after the fact, lol.