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Greetings from San Diego

ISI Rolls Out Updated Hockey Program It’s All in the Family with the Santee Brothers

VOLUME 6, NUMBER 5 MARCH/APRIL 2004

Publisher CONTENTS Ice Skating Institute ISI Updates Hockey Program ...... 6 2004SPECIAL CONFERENCE INSERT MARCH/APRIL 2004 Editor by Lori Fairchild Lori Fairchild

Editorial Advisors A Novice Idea: Sherwood Peter Martell Patti Feeney Ice Arena’s Bronze League ...... 7 Greetings from Dianne Powell by Patrick Sherman San Diego Print Production and Advertising Sales Manager Carol Jackson Essay: McFetridge Sled Hockey . . .10 by Steven Kavanagh Art Director Cindy Winn Livingston

Contributors World Team Championships Steven Kavanagh Entry Forms ...... 14-15 Dianne Powell ISI Rolls Out Updated Patrick Sherman Hockey Program Jim Thompson It’s All in the Family Member Profile: with the Santee Brothers The Santee Brothers ...... 16 The ISI EDGE (USPS 017-078, ISSN 1522-4651) is published by Lori Fairchild Photo credits (clockwise from top): James bimonthly; January/February, Blank, Brett Shoaf, San Diego Zoological March/April, May/June, July/ Society, SeaWorld San Diego, Manchester August, September/October, Grand Hyatt November/December; by the Ice Skating Institute, 17120 N. COVER STORY Dallas Pkwy., Ste. 140, Dallas, San Diego-Bound: TX 75248-1187. Annual Subscription Rate is $24.00 per ISI/PSA Conference & Trade Show ...... 18 year. Periodicals postage paid at Dallas, TX, and at additional by Lori Fairchild mailing offices.

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ISI INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS STAFF DALLAS — The Ice Skating Institute BURNSVILLE, Minn. — Becker Arena Executive Director and its Ice Arena Institute of Manage- Products has introduced reusable in-ice Peter Martell ment (iAIM) were represented at the logos. Manufactured of vinyl mesh Managing Director, Let’s Play Hockey Show at the Metro- material and screened on via a graphics Member Programs and Services Patti Feeney politan Toronto Convention Center in house, the new logos provide color and Controller & Trade Show Manager Toronto Jan. 16-18. ISI Executive Direc- shading options that can be difficult and Karen Schaffer tor Peter Martell and board members expensive with traditional ice painting. Membership Coordinator Kimberley Russelle Gerry Hart, second vice president, and The reusable logos can be melted out Editor Al Tyldesley, public/not-for-profit facil- and stored for many seasons. Lori Fairchild ities section representative, attended Advertising Sales and Print Production Manager the show to promote the Institute and Athletica rink systems featured Carol Jackson its programs. National Events Coordinator and in NHL, Winter Carnival events Skating Program Director MINNEAPOLIS — Athletica GamePlex Barb Yackel FMC forms partnerships rink systems were used for the recent Administrative Assistant Kathy Chase with nonprofit groups 2004 NHL All-Star FANtasy event in St. Art Director ROCKLAND, Mass. — Facility Manage- Paul. The nearby St. Paul Winter Carni- Cindy Winn Livingston ment Corp., in partnership with the val Ice Palace also featured a rink man- Information Services Coordinator Jeff Anderson Department of Conservation and Recre- ufactured by the Minneapolis-based Sponsorship Sales Manager ation, has introduced a pilot program equipment supplier. Stuart Sedransky for corporate sponsorship opportunities Telephone (972) 735-8800 in the 13 Massachusetts DCR rinks oper- ated by FMC. Nonprofit user groups are NAMES IN THE NEWS ISI OFFICERS President Jim Lange invited to partner with FMC to sell 1st Vice President Mike Paikin dasher board and resurfacer advertising 2nd Vice President Gerry Hart as a fundraiser for the nonprofit organi- Treasurer Jim Hartnett Secretary Margy Bennett zations. Participating nonprofits receive Immediate Past President Boyd Wietecter a commission on ad sales with the remaining funds directed into the par- DIRECTORS ticipating arena’s fund for capital District 1 Katy Hayden improvements and repairs. The struc- District 2 Robyn Bentley District 3 Richard Arenella tured sponsorship/fundraising program District 4 Jeff Doucette allows nonprofit user groups to gener- District 5 Shane Douglas District 6 Carol Burns ate revenues for expenses and to help District 7 improve the arena in which they skate. District 8 Jimmie Santee District 9 Dan Smith District 10 Rebecca Anderson County program keeps kids District 11 Liz Folger District 12 Jenise Jensen on ice, out of trouble District 13 Bob Knoerl POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — A 2-year-old District 14 Paige Scott District 15 Donald Bartelson county program, “Kids On Ice Stay Out Nick Field District 16 Cindy Solberg of Hot Water,” recently lost half of its District 17 Jos Pronk FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — Sub- District 18 Jean-Claude Detre funding due to budget cuts. Offered at Hockey Spiro Giotis the McCann Ice Arena at the Mid-Hud- urban Sports Group has hired Nick Builders & Suppliers Doug Peters son Civic Center, the program was Field as assistant manager of the Sub- Instructors David Santee Commercial Rinks Andy Deyo designed to help children who might urban Training Center. Field recently Public Rinks Al Tyldesley not otherwise be able to afford skating completed a marketing internship with Schools, Colleges, Universities Vicki Korn lessons. Program directors have been the Texarkana Bandits Junior A Hockey PSA Representative Gerry Lane USFSA Representative Homer Hagedorn trying to recover the $38,000 shortfall Club. His hockey playing experience Lifetime Honorary Member Carol Zdziebko with fundraisers such as a raffle for New includes: four years at Ferris State Uni- York Knicks tickets. versity; two seasons with the Cleveland

4 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 Barons of the North American Hockey offices. Each rink also has nine locker League, where he was named an NAHL rooms and two referee locker rooms. NEW CONSTRUCTION All-Star; and the U.S. Hockey League’s The $7 million facility, situated on the Des Moines Buccaneers, the 1999 former Bethlehem Steel site, is the new CUDAHY, Wis. — Iceport is on target national runner-up. home of the Bethlehem Blast junior for an August opening. The $27 mil- hockey league team. lion, 225,000-square-foot facility will WASHINGTON — The Salvation Army be one of the largest ice complexes in is receiving a donation likely to exceed NEW KENSINGTON, Pa. — The Valley North America, with five rinks for ice $1.5 billion from the estate of Joan B. Sports Complex held its grand opening sports. Kroc, the late widow of the founder of Nov. 22-23, with guest appearances by McDonald’s Corp. The gift is for devel- members of the Pittsburgh Penguins. TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Dover Town- opment of community centers across An NHL-size rink with a $250,000 light- ship Committee has unanimously the country, similar to the Ray and Joan ing and sound system has been called approved a bond ordinance that Kroc Corps Community Center in San the showcase of the $4.6 million, includes $4 million to build an Diego. The donation will be used to 91,000-square-foot facility. Some 15 enclosed ice rink on township-owned help support operation of the centers hockey teams have contracted to skate land adjacent to the open-air Winding and to construct new centers; none of it at the complex. River Ice Rink. The rink will be estab- is to be used for existing programs, ser- lished as a self-liquidating utility in vices or administrative costs. Kroc died DELMONT, Pa. — Center Ice Arena which user fees cover operating costs. on Oct. 12, 2003. opened its third rink in December. More ice sports, including short-track SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — Demolition speed skating, can now be played at the of an aging building and site cleanup ARENA OPENINGS facility. Practice time was sold out will begin soon in preparation for a before the new rink was built. new ice skating rink. Bid specifica- BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new Flyers tions for the $5 million rink are being SkateZone opened Dec. 1, with two BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — The new Ice developed and contracts are expected NHL-size sheets of ice, seating for 600, Sports Center opened in December. this spring. The $1.8 million demoli- six party rooms (convertible to two The $5.5 million facility was built with tion process, funded with a grant large meeting rooms), a pro shop, an help from Bolthouse Farms, grants and from the Clean Ohio Council, will arcade, a snack bar, skate rental and public funding. take about two years. Construction Continued on page 34...

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ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 5 ISI Updates Hockey Program

by Lori Fairchild

he ISI hockey program is getting a facelift, with a new learn-to-skate Tprogram specifically designed for recreational hockey. The program will be rolled out at the ISI/PSA Con- ference & Trade Show May 26-29 in San Diego. “We’ll offer detailed explanations and the opportunity to ask questions. Skating instructors will then be prepared to take the enhanced program back to their facilities to grow their learn-to-skate programs with broader audience appeal,” says Barb Yackel, ISI’s goal of teaching skaters how to skate as Future developments in the hockey national events coordinator and skat- well as the basics of how to play hockey. program will further assist and develop ing program director. The new program brings the instruc- knowledgeable coaches and officials. tion up to current “Good skating skills are the key to standards. The first becoming a good player,” Yackel notes. three manuals, now “Today, more than ever, the player with “Today, more than ever, the player with the in development, fo- the exceptional skating skills is a stand- cus on: hockey skat- out, and the development of those exceptional skating skills is a standout, and the ing (a learn-to-skate exceptional skills starts with the recre- program with a ational player and carries through to development of those exceptional hockey emphasis); the top. As always, our program is for hockey skills (from skaters of all ages and both genders.” entry level to team While hockey has a long history in skills starts with the recreational player and play, including stick the northern parts of the United States, handling, passing, the expansion of the NHL into new mar- shooting, puck con- kets has led to an explosion of arena carries through to the top.” trol, etc.); and goalie development and grassroots programs — Barb Yackel, skills. It is recom- nationwide — especially in the Sunbelt. ISI national events coordinator and mended that skaters “People who are not from the North are skating program director complete the skat- demanding a comprehensive developing portion prior to ment program, and it’s our mission to the skills or goalie provide coaches with the tools to turn skills instruction. out quality hockey players,” Yackel adds. ISI developed its original hockey New badges are being designed to Watch the ISI Web site, skateisi.org, program some 14 years ago, with the reward accomplishment at each level. for updates on the hockey program.

6 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 A Novice Idea Sherwood Ice Arena has expanded its adult hockey program with a refreshing philosophy: No experience necessary.

By Patrick Sherman

hen Sherwood Ice Arena With the help of his staff, Knoerl tunity to compete against people at began operations in July engineered a fundamental change in their own skill level. W2000 outside Portland, Ore., the arena’s hockey program. “When you watch Bronze League it established “B” and “C” leagues that “Our hockey director at the time players on the ice, they’re like mini- attracted typical adult hockey players was a gifted instructor named Matt mites in adult bodies. Most of these — skaters with years of experience as Greenlaw,” Knoerl says. “He played people have never played the game youngsters or in school. an important role in putting the pro- before, and some have never even skat- “Hockey is a very difficult sport to gram together.” ed,” Knoerl notes. pick up later in life,” explains Bob Kno- Under the new regime, the “B” and From the initial handful of begin- erl, the rink’s general manager, “espe- “C” designations were eliminated and a ners eager for a league of their own, cially for an absolute beginner going up three-tiered system was introduced, using Bronze-level hockey blossomed to four against more experienced players.” bronze, silver and gold to reflect the capa- teams with 10 players each by the time In spite of that fact, a core group of bilities of the players participating. Gold- the first puck was dropped. novice adult skaters with a passion for level skaters are the equivalent of “B” “We had people coming out of the hockey began to coalesce at SIA. league players elsewhere, and Silver play woodwork — women and men, people “We’re not the kind of rink that is analogous to “C” league hockey. who are 50, 60 years old — it blew me sits back and waits for things to come The real innovation was the away,” Knoerl recalls. to us,” says Knoerl. “When we begin to Bronze League, created to give true Experienced players were recruited recognize a market, we go for it.” novice adult hockey players the oppor- to serve as coaches for the Bronze Continued on page 8...

ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 7 Continued from page 7 League teams, and to teach the new players the fundamen- tals of the game. “Some of these folks didn’t even understand the off- sides rule, let alone positional hockey,” says Greenlaw. “Finding the right people to serve as coaches was critical for the success of the Bronze League.” In order to keep all three leagues competitive, Knoerl and the SIA staff constantly monitor the development of each player, advancing them to the next level of play when their skills warrant it. Biz Zorrick, who took over from Greenlaw as hockey director shortly after the Bronze League was established, described what he looks for when deciding which players are ready to “graduate” to the Silver League play. “More than any one skill, like skating or stick handling, we look at people’s confidence, their comfort level on the ice. When we see everything start coming together, it’s time for them to move up,” says Zorrick. “We always want the Bronze League to be a place where somebody who is fresh and new to the sport can fit in,” Kno- erl says. “We never want there to be too big a spread between the rookies and the most seasoned players. If that means some people can’t play in the Bronze League, that’s OK with us.” Knoerl adds, “The integrity of the league is more important than the one player who wants to skate with his best buddy.” The rate of player retention following promotion to Sil- ver-level play has been excellent, which has allowed SIA to © 2004 JeffHinds.com Bronze League skater Karen Wetmore (No. 56) of the Crows pushes Mike Gillespie of the Wild up against the glass in an exhibition match at Portland’s Memorial Coliseum between the first and second periods of a WHL contest between the Winter Hawks and the Kelowna Rockets.

8 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 expand participation in its traditional adult hockey program. Eventually, the Silver League grew to include 16 If The Arena teams, but a widening gap between the skill levels on the different teams forced the arena to innovate once again. “Ultimately, what we decided to do was to divide the Silver League into an upper and a lower division,” explains Must Be Dry, Zorrick. “So we now have Silver A and Silver B, with eight teams apiece.” The league was divided mid-season, with the standings Call C.D.I. being used to determine each team’s new division. Meanwhile, the Bronze League has continued to thrive, Concepts & Designs is the premier supplier of Arid-Ice™ owing to a steady stream of new adult hockey players finding their way to the arena. desiccant dehumidifiers. Equipped to reduce humidity levels, “One big source of new players are the hockey moms eliminate indoor condensation and fog, prevent mold, reduce and hockey dads who are already spending hours here each refrigeration costs and improve indoor air quality, these week,” says Knoerl. “It used to be that parents would bring systems utilize natural gas, steam or electric reactivation. their children in to play hockey, but now that’s been turned We have provided equipment for over 300 skating surfaces upside-down. For example, at the start of this most recent throughout North America from 500 to 45,000 SCFM. season, we had seven or eight new Bronze League skaters sign up because their kids play.” For sales and equipment specifications, A partnership with Portland’s major junior hockey call 248-344-7236. team, the Winter Hawks, has been another source for new novice players. In addition to setting up a booth on the con- 29235 Lorie Lane course to talk to fans about playing hockey, Bronze League P.O. Box 1013 skaters have played exhibition games between periods. Wixom, MI 48393-1013 “People come up to the booth after every exhibition, Phone: 248-344-7236 and they say, ‘Hey, I think I could do that,’” Zorrick says. “Keep it Dry With C.D.I.” Fax: 248-344-9401 “It’s really worked out well for the arena and the Win- contact: [email protected] ter Hawks both,” adds Knoerl. “Of course, the fans love to website: www.cdims.com see the little guys out on the ice, but youth hockey doesn’t get started in Portland until a month after the Winter Hawk season begins. The Bronze League plays year round, so our ETL-C, ETL and CE Rated ® skaters are available from day one, and besides, it’s a real ETL International Mechanical Code Approval thrill for them.” The rink’s other programs, such as adult learn-to-skate classes, also provide recruits for the Bronze League. “I wonder how many people sign up for adult skating lessons who have no idea that they will eventually be playing hockey,” notes Lisa Mizonick, skating director at SIA. “It is something they have never even considered, but then they start meeting people and forming relationships that lead them into the sport.” Developing the Bronze League has been a huge success for SIA, but it has been an even bigger success for the Bronze League players themselves. It has given dozens of people who otherwise would likely have never participated in orga- nized ice hockey the opportunity to play and compete, to make new friends and to push themselves to the limit. “There are people in the Bronze League who will play at that level for their entire careers, and that’s great,” says Kno- erl. “It’s all about having fun and doing the best you can.”

Patrick Sherman is a Portland, Ore.-based freelance writer and recreational hockey player.

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ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 9 ESSAY McFetridge Sled Hockey Program Is an Inspiration By Steven Kavanagh hey play for the love of the game. pel themselves around the ice on spe- end of the rink to the other in a flash. That’s not a cliché; it’s just the cially designed sleds with skate blades You can’t help but admire her athleti- Tabsolute truth. Come out and affixed to the bottom and two short cism. As easily as she maneuvers on the watch them, and you, too, will soon hockey sticks with small spikes at the ice, you almost forget that she is guid- become a believer. top of the handles. ing herself in a sled. Every Wednesday evening from The players are an inspiration to As a freelance photographer who 7:45 to 9 p.m., the ice at the McFetridge watch. Sled hockey participants have recently shared the ice with the sled spinal cord injuries, amputations, hockey players, I was able to see the cerebral palsy and other physical dis- passion that they have for the game abilities. as well as the camaraderie that should McFetridge’s 8-year-old sled hock- be more prevalent in all sports. ey program has suffered bureaucratic When a fellow sled hockey player fell roadblocks and funding shortages in on his side, as they often do, the other recent years. Eagerly anticipated trips players were quick to help him up. to annual hockey tournaments in Some of the more skilled players Canada, Iowa and Wisconsin have encouraged their peers, and didn’t try been canceled. to show them up. Still, they come to play. Tom The sled ice hockey players at the Mitchell is one of the sled hockey par- McFetridge Sports Center play for the

Steven Kavanagh/Eclipse Images Kavanagh/Eclipse Steven ents and the unofficial coach-manager love of the game, and their faces say and leader of sled hockey night at it all. Sports Center, on the north side of McFetridge. His 16-year-old daughter, Chicago, is home to sled hockey. These Erica, is a sled hockey veteran. She can Steven Kavanagh is a Chicago freelance kids are true overachievers. They pro- turn on a dime as well as get from one photographer.

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Previously Passed ISI ...... New Level April 15 2004 ISI/PSA Conference Dance 1 ...... Dance 1 Registration Deadline Dance 2 ...... Dance 2 Dance 3 ...... Dance 3 May 1 Dance 4 ...... Dance 5* World Recreational Team Dance 5 ...... Dance 6* Championships Entry Deadline Dance 6 ...... Must pass Tango to be Dance 7 Dance 7 ...... Dance 7 May 27-29 Dance 8 ...... Must pass Paso to be Dance 8 2004 ISI/PSA Conference Dance 9 ...... Must pass Starlight to be Dance 10 San Diego *Test was automatically updated in ISI database

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Ice Skating Institute Event information available 17120 N. Dallas Pkwy., Ste. 140 WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS at www.skateisi.org Dallas, TX 75248 Individual Entry Form Phone: 972-735-8800 • FAX 972-735-8815

Event Location Event Dates Test Deadline *Entry Deadline I World Team Championships Blaine, MN Aug. 2-7, 2004 May 1, 2004 May 1, 2004 I MALE I FEMALE

Last Name First Name ISI Member # Exp. Date*

Address Birthdate Age on 1st day of event

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Phone # Country Home Rink Name INDIVIDUAL EVENTS NEW Pre-Alpha – Delta Freestyle (1-10) Solo Dance (1-10) Jump & Spin Teams I Solo I Solo INDICATE LEVEL I Low (Pre-Alpha-Delta) (1-10) I Stroking I Footwork I Med (Freestyle 1-3) I Spotlight (choose 1) I Solo Compulsories I Int (Freestyle 4-5) Figures (1-10) I I Character I Artistic (all ages) High (Freestyle 6-10) I I Dramatic Spotlight (choose 1) I Figures I Light Entertainment I Character I Creative Figures Partner Name I I INDICATE LEVEL Dramatic Free Figures Partner ISI # Pre-Alpha – Delta I Light Entertainment INDICATE LEVEL Any changes to this original INDICATE LEVEL (1-10) entry form will result in a Special Skater (1-10) (1-10) Change Fee of $25.00 (Check if applicable) per change/per skater. Partner PARTNER ENTRIES Sim Mix Partner Name Partner ISI # Age as of event I Couple Level _____ I I ______I I I Dance Level ______I Pair Level _____ I I ______I I I Free Dance (3-10) Level ______I Couple Spotlight Low (Both Skaters Pre-Alpha-FS3) Choose one: I Char. I Dram. I Lt. Enter. I I ______I Couple Spotlight High (Either Skater FS4-FS10) Choose one: ______I Char. I Dram. I Lt. Enter. I I

Registration Fees are non-refundable ISI reserves the right to limit the number of entries NOTES: *Memberships must be current through the event. Membership renewals may without notice. accompany this entry form. All test and memberships must be registered with the ISI Headquarters. I skate at this competition at my own risk and hereby release ISI, the host facility(ies) and their personnel from all liability. I declare that the home rink listed above is the true rink/club/school that I wish to represent. Fees and Payment (all amounts are USD) I Upon entering this competition, I hereby agree that any photographs or video tapes taken of me, by ISI First Event $59.00 * ENTRY FEES DOUBLED or any authorized party, may be used exclusively for any purpose by the ISI or any other use authorized I Each Additional. $20.00 by the ISI. AFTER ENTRY DEADLINE! I Family Entry. $90.00 (Covers all family members’ first entry; each additional entry $20.00 per person/ per event.) Skater Signature Date I ISIA Education Foundation Donation enclosed $ Membership fee enclosed I $10.00 Domestic Parent/Guardian (if applicable) Date (for new/expired members to ISI) I $15.00 Foreign I declare that the information above is true, that this skater’s test(s) is/are registered, that the skater is a current individual member of the ISI, and is skating in the proper categories and levels, and that the home Total enclosed: $ ______make check payable to ISI rink listed above is correct. ISI Use: Check # ______Amount ______Date Received______Instructor Signature Date J American Express J Visa J MasterCard J Discover

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14 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 Send entry and fee to: WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS Event information available Ice Skating Institute at www.skateisi.org 17120 N. Dallas Pkwy., Ste. 140 Team Entry Form Dallas, TX 75248 All information for team events (on this form) Phone: 972-735-8800 • FAX 972-735-8815 will be mailed to the rink indicated below. (Including Family Spotlight.) Event Location Event Dates Test Deadline Entry Deadline I World Team Championships Blaine, MN Aug.2-7, 2004 May 1, 2004 May 1, 2004 Please Print

Name of Group Instructor/Coach

Rink Representing Coach’s Home Telephone

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City, State, Zip ISI Registration # We wish to enter: (IMPORTANT Use one team entry form per team, per event. Please send team photo with entry.) I Synchronized Formation Compulsories I Production Team Age Category: (select one) I Synchronized Formation Team I Pattern Team I Junior Youth Team I Teen Team (majority 13-19) I Synchronized Skating Compulsories I Kaleidoskate Team (majority 7 & under) I Adult Team (majority 20 & up) I Synchronized Skating Team I Team Compulsories: ______Level* I Youth Team I Synchronized Dance I Freestyle Synchro:______Level* (majority 8-10) I Family Spotlight *(indicate 1-10) I Senior Youth Team (majority 11-12) Name *Age as of ISI # Name *Age as of ISI # July 1, 2004 July 1, 2004 1 17 2 18 3 19 4 20 5 21 6 22 7 23 8 24 9 *July 1, 2004 age date for Synchronized Teams only 10 Crossover Skaters Team # 11 1 12 2 13 3 14 4 15 5 16 6

ENTRY DEADLINE: There will be no refunds.Memberships must be current Entry Fees: through event. Expired Membership renewals must accompany this entry application. All Team Entries $20.00 per member Upon entering this competition, we hereby agree that any photographs or video tapes Production Team pays for first 32 skaters only - $640 maximum.. taken of our team by ISI or authorized party, may be used exclusively for any purpose I ISIA Education Foundation Donation enclosed $ by the ISI or any other use authorized by ISI. Total Enclosed: $ ______Make check payable to ISI I declare that the information above is true and that all skaters have current individual membership with ISI, and I have notified all team members that they skate at their own OFFICE USE ONLY risk, and hereby release ISI, the host facilities, and their personnel from all liability. Date Rec’d. ______Check # ______Amount ______Coach’s Signature Date

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ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 15 It’s All in the Family with the Santees

By Lori Fairchild

David and Jimmie Santee as “The Loop Brothers” in the early 1980s David Leonardi

hen you mention the name Tiny Tot class. While she can identify Skating School in nearby Park Ridge. “Santee” to almost anyone in characteristics that distinguished them He was competing by age 9 and moved Wthe ice skating business, the as boys, and now as adults, she says quickly through the ranks, becoming question will never be “Who?” But it their similarities are also notable. the youngest male in history to win the might be “Which one?” So what do these two lifelong skat- National Junior title at 13. Brothers David and Jimmie Santee ing professionals have in common “I think it kind of forced me to have been skating since their preschool besides parents and skating? “Their grow up,” David recalls. “It was tough days, and 40 years later, they’ve carved integrity,” Wright responds without hes- to be a Senior National competitor at out careers on and about the ice. Both itation, “in their moral fiber, their skat- 13, especially in the old days, when manage rinks in Chicago suburbs, just ing, their craft. They are what they are, you had to do school figures.” a few miles apart, and their enthusiasm and they don’t pretend to be anything He went on to take 11 U.S. Men’s for the rink environment has spread up else. They’re excellent instructors and medals only Roger Turner and Hayes one generation and down to the next. they turn out good skaters. When their Jenkins had won more. David also Both serve on the ISI board of direc- kids come before me to be judged, claimed the silver behind Scott Hamil- tors and have spoken at ISI district they’re prepared.” ton at the 1981 Worlds. seminars and national conferences, That just might be the ultimate “I stayed in one more year to see if I making them familiar faces in the siz- compliment to someone in the San- could win,” says David, who retired at 24. able ISI community. tees’ skates. “Even though I ended up eighth in 1982, Janet Wright, a USFS judge and it was the best thing I ever did because it executive director of the Professional Coming full-circle closed the book. My claim to fame was Figure Skaters Cooperative, has known David Santee, manager of Niles Park my longevity, and it was a great ride.” the Santees most of their lives, begin- District Iceland in Niles, Ill., started If there’s anything he might ning with David’s enrollment in her skating at age 5 at the Michael Kirby Ice change about his skating history, given

16 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 ISI PROFILE the chance, David says: “I would have his ISI roots run deep. That’s an He skated been a little more positive with myself understatement, considering that he with Disney on and appreciated the talent I had and was just 13 days old the first time he Ice for 11 years being in the top five in the world, visited an ice skating rink. He was before accept- rather than being so driven to be per- “tagging along” with his big brother, ing the show fect all the time. That’s one reason that 5-year-old David. director posi- I coach very positively. You have to set Jimmie wouldn’t get to skate for tion at Oakton. goals, but at the same time, make it fun another three years, but when his and don’t drive yourself crazy.” time came, he made his mark on the David admits that his stellar skat- ice, too. He was the U.S. National ing background gives him an advan- Novice Champion at age 14 and the tage in commanding the attention of U.S. Junior Champion at 16. And he his skating students: “My name is on skated on the U.S. International team David Santee the wall as an Olympian at the rink for six years. that I manage. Wherever they want to Although he shared his brother’s He later became go, I’ve been there.” love of skating, Jimmie says he never skating director, After retiring from figure skating, felt competitive with David — at least and two years David toured with the John Curry not on the ice. “We competed against ago he was pro- Skating Company for several years. each other toward the end of my moted to man- Then, ready to settle down back in his career, but David was five years older, Jimmie Santee ager. “This is hometown, he returned to Park Ridge well established in Seniors and one of what I wanted to as the competitive skating coordina- the best in the country, so it wasn’t do with my years tor and later became the learn-to- very competitive. He just thanked of experience,” he says. “I love skating, I skate director. In December 1997, he me,” Jimmie says, adding his trade- love teaching and I love managing. Real- moved to Niles Iceland as skating mark good-natured laugh. ly, managing is teaching — teaching and director and took over as manager the After high school, Jimmie skated coaching your employees.” following year. on the U.S. team for several years, with Jimmie was among the first to pass His two sons, Christopher, 16, and the 1984 Olympic team in his sights. It all three of ISI’s iAIM management Michael, 14, keep him busy with the- wasn’t meant to be. “You work your courses, and is now in the executive ater productions and hockey. Coach- whole life toward one goal, and then program. He’s also studying for a degree ing youth football with his dad, Neil, not to achieve it — there was definite- in business management. One of the is David’s fall commitment when he’s ly some disappointment,” Jimmie common-sense lessons he imparts to not at the rink. And he’s in daily con- recalls. “But when I look back at my his students is “There is life after skat- tact with his brother, ing.” He encourages them to maintain Jimmie. “It’s no coinci- a healthy balance in their lives. dence that we work at Jimmie and his wife, Jamie, met rinks that are ‘next-door’ “They’re while performing with Disney. It comes to each other,” says excellent as no surprise that their children — David. “We’re rivals, yet Ryan, 9, Sarah, 6, and Jessica, 3 — love we’re the best of friends. instructors and they to skate. We try to work together There’s almost always at least one as well as try to do what’s Santee on the premises at Oakton. Jim- best for our facilities.” turn out good mie’s mother, Rosemary, is the rink’s He says he’s become patch and freestyle coordinator, and his more involved in ISI father, Neil, is his building supervisor. since his move to Niles. skaters. When their kids And when Jimmie leaves for lunch, he’s He’s in his first year as typically off to meet his brother. the instructors’ rep on come before me to be judged, The two are co-creators of a suc- the ISI board of direc- cessful ISI District 8 coaches’ educa- tors. “It’s kind of like tion program and serve together on the full circle for me,” they’re prepared.” the board of directors, with Jimmie David observes. “I’ve — Janet Wright, representing their district. always been a big USFS judge and When he’s not immersed in arena believer in supporting executive director of the or ISI business, you might find the skating from the ground Professional Figure Skaters Cooperative younger Santee skating as the mascot up. Managing a rink for the Chicago Wolves or volunteering and being involved in at his children’s school. “My commu- ISI really is right there nity means a lot to me; they really sup- with my feelings.” career as a whole, and all the things ported my brother and me when we that I achieved and the places I’ve been were skating,” Jimmie notes. “We both Deep roots and a healthy balance … Disney came up to me and asked me have always felt that we needed to give Jimmie Santee, manager of the Oak- to audition for their show. So I got over our time back to the community in ton Ice Arena in Park Ridge, Ill., says the Olympic thing pretty quick.” appreciation. We love our town.”

ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 17 COVER STORY

San Diego-BoundBy Lori Fairchild

Rise Above It All The 40-story Manchester Grand Hyatt is the West Coast’s largest and tallest water- front hotel, featuring panoramic views of beautiful San Diego Bay. The newly expanded Hyatt offers outstanding accom- modations and amenities such as luxurious spa facilities, a 25,000-square-foot pool deck and four restaurants and lounges.

t’s a tough job, but somebody has to This year’s conference participants do it. That should be the tongue-in- are in for a treat as they pack their Icheek slogan for this year’s ISI/PSA bags for sunny San Diego and the Conference & Trade Show. After all, stunning Manchester Grand Hyatt what fun is business travel if your des- on the bay. The conference is set for tination isn’t a great place to visit? May 26-29, convenient- ly leading into the long Memorial Day weekend and creating a perfect vacation opportunity. “San Diego is a wonderful destination and this is a great site for our joint conference and trade show,” says Carole Schulman, executive direc-

tor of PSA. Brett Shoaf World-Class Shopping Shop-portunities abound throughout the greater San Diego area. Seaport Village is a short walk from the Man- chester Grand Hyatt. The downtown Gaslamp Quarter A Garden Paradise and its neighboring architectural wonder, Horton Plaza, (pictured) are easily accessible from the hotel. And if you

Balboa Park, in the heart of San Diego, is the largest have time, you can also head to La Jolla or nearby duty- Brett Shoaf Brett urban cultural park in the United States. Its 1,200 acres free Tijuana for unique shopping experiences. of spectacular botanical gardens, walkways and trails also encompass 85 cultural attractions, including 15 museums, art galleries and even the San Diego Zoo. 18 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 Although ISI and PSA have The Zoo of All Zoos previously held conferences in the The world-famous San Diego Zoo is same location, with over- home to some 4,000 animals of nearly lapping dates, this year’s 800 species, including rare and exotic event marks the first time Around Town species such as the giant pandas on loan the two organizations have You can cover a lot of territo- from the Republic of China. scheduled a joint confer- ry in and around San Diego ence with a completely inte- (and even into Mexico) with- grated agenda. “Sometimes out worrying about a car and it’s very complex organizing parking, thanks to the handy these things, but we’re very San Diego Trolley. In addition, excited about the way it’s many attractions are within walking distance of the Man- coming together,” Schul- chester Grand Hyatt, so bring man notes. “The obvious comfortable walking shoes. advantage of a joint conference is having the opportunity to tap into the expertise of both organizations and their seminar presenters.” All ISI and PSA sessions — on and off the ice — will be open to all conference participants, effectively creat-

ing “two conferences for the price of Robinson Bill one.” A number of iAIM (Ice Arena Institute of Management) courses will or visit the phenomenal muse- San Diego Zoological Society be offered on Wednesday, May 26, ums at Balboa Park, or enjoy the with separate registration required. An fabulous view in La Jolla. The ISIA Education Foundation golf tour- weather will probably be in the nament is also scheduled for May 26 70s and 80s during the day, (see page 24 for details). and a little cooler at night. Wanda Guntert, skating director We’re about 10 degrees cooler at San Diego’s Joan and Ray Kroc than L.A.” Corps Community Center, hopes that In the “tough job but this year’s venue will bring more somebody has to do it” cate- members than ever to conference. All gory, Guntert says that she of Friday’s conference sessions will and ISI board member Don take place at the Kroc Center. “We’re Bartelson of the Ontario Ice thrilled that it’s going to be here at Skating Center in nearby our rink — it’s such a beautiful facili- Ontario, Calif., have been A Hot Restaurant Scene W ty,” says Guntert. suffering through extensive ith 6,400 restaurants countywide, San Diego Brett Shoaf attracts accomplished chefs from all over the This year’s education and network- research for months in order ing opportunities will be unprecedent- country. The historic Gaslamp Quarter alone to compile a list of recom- boasts more than 90 eateries. ed, but Guntert is quick to point out mended restaurants near the Man- that it won’t be all work and no play: chester Hyatt as well as in La Jolla. “There’s so much to do in San Diego. “There are so many good You can see the new panda at the zoo, restaurants,” she declares, “you can eat your way through San Diego!” Trade Show Check out the conference prospectus in the Demonstrations center of this issue for sessions and registration. Don’t miss the demonstration Register before April 15 area at the trade show on Friday, for conference cost savings. Special conference May 28 and Saturday, May 29. hotel room rates are avail- Learn about the latest industry able until May 2. products and services during 15- Information and photos courtesy

minute presentations. Look for a of San Diego Convention & Shoaf Brett “The Jewel” complete list of presenters in the Visitors Bureau. For more information, go to sandiego.org or May/June issue of the EDGE. La Jolla (“the jewel”) is a picturesque village sit- call (619) 236-1212. For infor- uated along seven miles of scenic coastline. The mation on traveling to Tijuana, community is also known for its fine dining, arts go to tijuanaonline.org. and culture, and specialty shops. ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 19 CALENDAR ISI-endorsed competitions, shows/exhibitions (Due to printing deadlines, events endorsed by ISI after Jan. 16, 2004 are not listed.)

19-21 Webster Groves, Mo. 16-18 Houston 19-20 Chicago MARCH 2004 Webster Groves Ice Skate USA McFetridge Sports Center COMPETITIONS Ice Arena Spring Celebration Open 15th Annual ISI 5-7 Irmo, S.C. District 9 Championships 17 Fremont, Calif. School’s Out Figure Ice Land 20 Fishers, Ind. Iceoplex Fremont Skating Competition Palmetto Classic The Forum at Fishers 10th Annual Open 6 West Caldwell, N.J. Circle City Invitational Competition JULY 2004 Montclair Inside Edge 26-28 Knoxville, Tenn. 23-24 Fairview Heights, Ill. COMPETITIONS Skating Club Ice Chalet US Ice Sports Complex 15-17 Honolulu 21st Annual ISI Team 35th Annual Mississippi Spring Fling Ice Palace Competition Valley District Competition 23-24 Acton, Mass. 2004 Hawaiian Open 6 Great Neck, N.Y. 26-28 Ellenton, Fla. Nashoba Valley Parkwood Ice Rink JP Igloo ISI Team Competition AUGUST 2004 6th Annual ISI Championship 2004 25 Franklin Park, Ill. COMPETITIONS Competition Competition Park District of 6 Redwood City, Calif. 27-28 Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Franklin Park Ice Oasis Saratoga Springs FSC Kickline Synchronized Spring Fling at the Oasis 7th Annual ISI Team Team Skating Competition 6-7 Highland Park, Ill. Competition Centennial Ice Arena 27-28 Orland Park, Ill. MAY 2004 The Lucky Stars Open Arctic Ice Arena COMPETITIONS 6-7 Wasilla, Alaska Arctic Spring Thaw 1-2 Fairfax, Va. Brett Memorial Ice Arena 2-7 Blaine, Minn. 27-28 Morristown, N.J. Fairfax Ice Arena Iditarod Days Skatefest Schwan’s Super Rink William G. Mennen Annual ISI Spring ISI 2004 World 6-7 Peoria, Ill. Arena Competition Recreational Team Owens Center Crystal Blades Annual 14-16 Riverside, Calif. Championships 2004 ISI Spring Thaw Team Competition Ice Town 6-7 Van Nuys, Calif. 14-15 Gurnee, Ill. 3rd Annual ISI Open Iceland APRIL 2004 Rink Side Sports 1st Annual ISI Open Summer Chiller COMPETITIONS JUNE 2004 Competition 3 Delmont, Pa. COMPETITIONS 7 College Park, Md. SEPTEMBER 2004 Center Ice Arena Herbert Wells Ice Rink 4-6 New York Golden Blades COMPETITIONS Spring Inter-Rink Sky Rink @ Chelsea Piers Championship of 4-5 Miami Competition 18th Annual Sky Rink Kendall Ice Arena 12-14 Park Ridge, Ill. Team Competition 4th Annual ISI Labor Oakton Ice Arena 4-6 Franklin Park, Ill. Day Challenge 17th Annual Ice Breaker Park District of Classic Franklin Park 13 Dublin, Calif. Summer Swelter Dublin Iceland 5-6 San Diego Irish Sweepskate San Diego Ice Arena 13-14 Vancouver, Wash. Open Championships Pittsburg Mt. View Ice Arena 11-13 Houston 3-4 Bensenville, Ill. Fifth Annual ISI Open Aerodrome Ice Skating The Edge Ice Arena 19-20 Casper, Wyo. Complex ISI 2004 Synchronized 17-19 Breckenridge, Colo. Casper Ice Arena Summer Challenge of Skating Championships Stephen C. West Champions Late Skate Ice Arena 19-21 Franklin Park, Ill. 3-4 Soldotna, Alaska 18-20 Clearwater. Fla. ISI 2004 Adult Franklin Park Ice Arena Soldotna Sports Center SunBlades Ice Arena Championships ISI District 8 ISI District 16 Team 18th Annual ISI Championships Competition Championships

For additional calendar information, check ISI’s Web site at skateisi.org

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17-19 Arlington, Texas 26-28 Zion, Ill. 23-25 Mount Clemens, Mich. 21-23 Evanston, Ill. Ice at The Parks Zion Ice Arena Mount Clemens Robert Crown Center 1st Annual Ice at The Hooray For Hollywood Ice Arena Skate Across America Parks Competition 26-28 Livonia, Mich. Hooray For Hollywood Livonia Eddie Edgar 23-24 Taylor, Mich. OCTOBER 2004 From Here To Eternity Taylor Sportsplex COMPETITIONS 27-28 White Plains, N.Y. And The Winner Is 22-23 Naperville, Ill. Ebersole Ice Rink 23-25 Roseville, Minn. All Seasons Ice Rinks End of Year Roseville Skating Center The Great Pumpkin 28 Meadville, Pa. Everything’s Coming 23-24 Hingham, Mass. George S. DeArment Up Roseville Winterland Skating Ice Arena 25 Ellenton, Fla. School Learn To Skate Boot JP Igloo 26-29 San Diego Manchester Grand Winterland 18th Annual Skater N Boogie Skating Extravaganza- Breast Cancer Hyatt Halloween Classic 45th Annual Ice APRIL 2004 Awareness Fundraiser Industry International 29-5/2 Pineville, N.C. MARCH 2004 SHOWS/EXHIBITIONS Conference & Pineville Ice House SHOWS/EXHIBITIONS 2-3 Carol Stream. Ill. Trade Show Broadway Bound 4-6 New Ulm, Minn. Carol Stream Ice Rink 30-5/2 Crestwood, Ill. New Ulm FSC Fantasies on Ice JUNE 2004 Southwest Ice Arena Once Upon A Princess 3-4 Dundee, Ill. SHOWS/EXHIBITIONS Legends on Ice 5-6 Pekin, Ill. Polar Dome Ice Arena 4-5 Orland Park, Ill. 30-5/1 Casper, Wyo. Pekin Memorial Arena Silver Celebration Glitz Arctic Ice Arena Casper Ice Arena Top 30 & Glamour Viva Ice Vegas Swingin’ Blades… 7 Salem. Mass. 3-4 Stevens Point, Wis. 12 Valencia, Calif. And All That Jazz Viking Skating Club KB Willett Arena Ice Station Valencia Love Is In The Air Ice Fantasy MAY 2004 Broadway on Ice 12-14 Jefferson City, Mo. 4 Acton, Mass. 13-14 Bensenville, Ill. SHOWS/EXHIBITIONS Washington Park Sharper Edge The Edge Ice Arena Ice Arena Skating School 7 Wasilla, Alaska 6th Annual Ice Show Vacation … Jimmy Fund Brett Memorial 18-19 Glen Ellyn, Ill. The Great Escape Extravaganza Ice Arena Center Ice of DuPage 13 Luverne, Minn. 17 Brentwood, Mo. Irish Spring Musical Reflections Blue Mound Ice Arena Brentwood Ice Arena 12-16 Glenview, Ill. Annual Ice Show Meet Me In Glenview Ice Center AUGUST 2004 St Louis-2004 31st Glenview Ice Show 13-14 Hutchinson, Minn. SHOWS/EXHIBITIONS 18 Highland Park, Ill. 14-16 Naperville, Ill. Hutchinson Civic Arena 19 Arlington, Texas Centennial Ice Arena All Seasons Ice Rinks Channel Surfing on Ice Ice at The Parks Spring Exhibition 32nd Annual Spring 13 White Plains, N.Y. Summer Spectacular Ebersole Ice Rink 19-24 Buffalo Grove, Ill. Ice Show Twin Rinks Ice Pavilion 14-16 Niles, Ill. Exhibition Night DECEMBER 2004 18-20 Apple Valley, Minn. Everybody Dance Niles Park District SHOWS/EXHIBITIONS Apple Valley 20 Arlington, Texas Iceland 18 Oak Lawn, Ill. Sports Arena Ice at The Parks Mighty Blades Ice Show Oak Lawn Park District Ice Follies Spring Fling 21-23 Franklin Park, Ill. Ice Arena 25-27 Trenton, Mich. 23-25 Chicago Park District of Holly Day on Ice Kennedy Recreation McFetridge Sports Franklin Park 19 Arlington, Texas Center Center Spring Ice Show 2004 Ice at The Parks Trenton Jamboree on Ice City Lights 21-23 Highland Park, Ill. Centennial Ice Arena Holiday Happenings Animated Ice

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ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 21 What is “Good” Coaching?

by Jim Thompson

erhaps no aspect of youth sports players, even though they didn’t have a this was largely done with approval is more perplexing to parents winning season. He was confident that and praise.” Pthan how to deal with their he would see each of the players com- In the early years of your child’s child’s coach. How can you tell if your ing out for the sport the next year. sports experience, it is more important child’s coach is a “good” one? When A study led by Benjamin Bloom in to look for a coach who makes the and how should you intervene with a 1985, “Developing Talent in Young sport fun and gives lots of encourage- coach when things aren’t going well for People,” looked at how talent manifests ment, rather than possessing a high your child? and is developed. Bloom studied chil- degree of technical expertise. Let’s start with what makes a “good” dren who evidenced talent at an early coach. This could be the subject of a very age in art, music, mathematics and Technical stage long book. Good coaches are technically sports (swimmers and tennis players). The transition from the romantic stage knowledgeable about the skills and tac- Bloom’s study divided the careers to the technical stage is fraught with tics of their sport. They are excellent of talented young people into three danger. The technical stage is inaugu- communicators who know how to teach stages. Adapting terminology from rated by the appearance of the techni- to the developmental level of their ath- Alfred North Whitehead, I will call cally proficient coach, who is brought letes. They love the game and share this them the “romantic,” “technical” and into the picture to ensure that skills are love with their athletes. They are positive “mature” stages. being taught correctly. The arrival of role models who honor the game and this technically proficient coach is teach players to do the same. Romantic stage important because learning and devel- Here I want to highlight a single This is the beginning. The child just oping new skills and abilities brings defining characteristic of a good youth loves to skate. She can’t wait to get on increased joy. However, it’s critical that coach. If you have this in your child’s the ice. The child experiences immediate the focus on technique and hard work coach, I think you can overlook many success. She is better at this activity than do not drain the sheer fun out of the other deficiencies. What is this critical her peers, which increases her enthusi- activity. When your child makes the aspect? The ability to maintain — even asm. As Bloom puts it for the swimmers transition to the technical stage, make to increase — a child’s love for the sport. he studied, “These are sure his coach continues to nurture a the years of playful love for the sport, so your child does encounter with the not join the 70 percent of kids who sport of swimming.” drop out of sports by age 13. Enjoyment is critical. “Had there been no Mature stage excitement during the Here the child has developed her talent early years … there to the point where she is performing at would never have been a a high level. Most kids never make it to middle or later period.” this stage. Why? Many say they have One swimmer remarked, lost their joy for the sport, which pow- “Practices were fun … ers the commitment and effort needed you’re having so much to become great. fun that you don’t real- So what is a good coach? First and ize you’re exhausted.” foremost, it is someone who keeps the The role of the coach joy of the sport a part of the experience. at this stage is interest- If your child’s coach does that, you ing. A positive first should be willing to overlook any num- coach is crucial. Early ber of other, smaller deficiencies. You coaches were not usual- should count your child lucky, because ly technically expert, in the very most important way, she Jim Thompson but they were great has a good coach. encouragers and enthu- A perplexing question for parents siastic about the sport. is “What do I do if my child’s coach A youth coach recently told me his “Perhaps the major quality was that does not measure up?” In the next goal was that “no child will drop out of they made the initial learning very EDGE, we will address what parents the sport on my watch.” He proudly pleasant and rewarding.” They gave can, should and should not do when described his most recent season with lots of positive reinforcement, and they find themselves in this position. a team that lost many more games than only rarely were they critical of the it won. Every player had attended every child. But they were not soft or easy. Jim Thompson is the founder and practice and game, and he was confi- “They did set standards and expected director of Positive Coaching Alliance dent that he had made it fun for the the child to make progress, although (positivecoach.org), an ISI partner.

22 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004

Golfing for a Worthy Cause

he ISIA Education Foundation Education Foundation board of trustees. “Besides the will host a fundraising golf reception and dinner, we’ll have a live auction hosted by Ttournament on Wednesday, notable sports personalities, and it should be a great time May 26, preceding the ISI/PSA Con- for everybody.” ference & Trade Show in San For more information, contact Lisa Fedick at Diego. Don’t miss this opportu- [email protected] or (203) 576-8118. nity to hit the greens while rais- ing money for a great cause. The tournament will be held Education Foundation at the Admiral Baker Golf Course at Mission Gorge San Diego, a Contributions private military club, with a shot- gun start at 1 p.m. Rental clubs Donor ($250-499) will be available. Judith Sniffen The cost for the all-inclusive golf package is $150, which will cover all golf Contributor ($100-249) fees, lunch and the awards reception and dinner. The fee ISI in memory of William “Bill” Hoy for a foursome is $500. Registrations received by April 15 District 8 will be eligible for a drawing for two round-trip airline Craig Cichy tickets from anywhere in the continental United States Donald & Elizabeth Weiner to San Diego (registration form on page 25). Non-golfers are encouraged to attend the reception Friend ($25-99) and dinner as well. The cost for the evening activities will Tampa Bay Skating Club be $30. Dr Pepper StarCenter-Frisco “We want everyone to know they are welcome at the Donald Bartelson post-golf event, which is the only social event planned for Larry & Lorraine Fies in memory of Abby Yeagley Wednesday evening,” says Don Bartelson, president of the

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24 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 Golf Tournament May 26, Mission Gorge San Diego Player Name ______Handicap ______Address ______Phone______E-mail ______Golf Shirt Size: M L XL XXL

List names of all players in foursome: ______IMPORTANT: All four golfers must complete a separate application. Foursomes will not be accepted without the complete $500 payment.

Registration fee must accompany form (complete payment info below). Single Golfers $150 Foursomes $500

NON-GOLFERS Dinner & Reception Only - $30 per person Number of tickets______Name ______Address ______Phone ______Payment must accompany form (complete payment info below).

Date Received (Office Use) ______Golf registration must be received by April 15, 2004 to be eligible for the drawing for two round-trip airline tickets.

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Questions? Contact Lisa Fedick: (203) 576-8118 [email protected]

Mail to: ISI, 17120 N. Dallas Pkwy., Suite 140, Dallas, TX 75248 or fax to: (972) 735-8815

ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 25 Heat Up Your Career with Summer Schools by Dianne Powell

oday’s ice arena professionals are “This school is being sponsored Join industry leaders and earn a faced not only with a challenging by Facility Management Corporation Certificate of Arena Operations (CAO) at Teconomy but also with increasing and is the final certificate program the iAIM Arena Operations School, competition for entertainment dollars. needed to qualify the FMC staff for Aug. 8-13 in Burnsville, Minn. Never has it been more critical to be edu- CAE (Certified Arena Executive) sta- “Minnesota has a large number of cationally up to date in this industry. tus,” says Dr. Jack Vivian, director of public-owned facilities and we are Do you know which arena pro- the iAIM program. “We congratulate pleased to bring the iAIM program to grams are most successful? How to Rob McBride (president of FMC) for the region,” Vivian says. “The Certifi- schedule these programs to maximize his dedication and foresight. As a cate of Arena Operations course is your ice time and dollars? How to result of iAIM, FMC will be the most being sponsored by the Minnesota Ice recruit and retain customers? The criti- highly trained and certified ice arena Arena Managers Association (MIAMA). cal components of risk management? management team in the U.S.” With the high concentration of ice are- These are just a few of the issues Do you know all you need to know nas in the area, we expect the class to addressed by the Ice Arena Institute of about refrigeration theory, principles, fill quickly.” Management (iAIM) Programming operation and maintenance, heating, For more information on the School. This course covers all aspects of ventilation and air conditioning, iAIM program, including iAIM successfully programming an ice arena, equipment operations and mainte- Online, go to skateisi.org or iaim- whether it’s for-profit or not, one sheet nance, energy management, emer- online.org. To request a brochure and of ice or more, year-round or seasonal. gency preparedness and using comput- registration information on any of Enhance your career by earning a ers in your facility? These classes and the 2004 iAIM schools, call ISI at Certificate of Arena Programming (CAP) more, including ice maintenance and (972) 735-8800. at the iAIM Arena Programming painting, resurfacer driver training and School, July 18-23, at The Learn- custodial housekeeping, are covered in Dianne Powell is an editorial advisor for ing Center in Marlborough, Mass. the iAIM Operations School. the ISI EDGE.

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iAIM Arena Presented by the Operations School Ice Skating Institute www.skateisi.org August 8-13, 2004 Supported by: 972-735-8800 • MAMA Burnsville, MN • MIAMA • MIRMA • NEISMA • WIAMA someone out there somewhere with all making of a sheet of ice from a bare floor, the information I am looking for, all in and many other topics. Realizing the seri- on place.” ousness and complexity of this important Then I found it: the Minnesota Ice venture, MIAMA has set up a partnership Arena Manager’s Association. MIAMA with one of our members, the Ice Skat- offered me the experience of its mem- ing Institute (ISI), to make its well-estab- bership, people with 20 years of experi- lished educational program available to ence at the time, willing to mentor the the MIAMA membership this summer. “rookies.” Vendor members were ready With this proactive approach, to answer questions and demonstrate MIAMA has been afforded new oppor- the latest in time- and money-saving tunities and looks forward to possible equipment. Customer and employee ventures exploring Minnesota colleges issues were addressed — everything and learning institutions now offering from rink safety to fan behavior. accredited courses in ice rink manage- Now, after 17 years in the busi- ment and how this might further our Minnesota Ice Arena Managers ness, I cannot thank MIAMA enough education experience. The opportuni- for all the wonderful folks I have met ties for MIAMA members have explod- Association (MIAMA) over the years and for getting me on ed in the past year. by Dean Mulso, President the right track. It feels strange now to MIAMA has also looked inward for be one of the mentoring veterans. Late- training. The vendor members have I remember my early ly, being a MIAMA board member has become teachers, offering intense years in the ice rink been another step in my learning instruction on each vendor’s equipment business as frustrating, process. After all, I am still learning. and services. The vendors will be able to to say the least. I knew MIAMA is now taking an even visit each MIAMA district and provide nothing about hockey stronger role in providing educational instruction as well as answer questions. and even less about ice opportunities for its members. A com- It is our mission to find the best rinks. There was much mittee has been formed to look into the way possible to economize and main- to learn, but few Dean Mulso idea of educating and certifying mem- tain cost-effectiveness, safety and qual- resources. “There must bers on a variety of subjects, from refrig- ity for our customers. MIAMA will be be a better way of doing things,” I often eration to daily ice making, from resur- actively working to give our rinks the found myself muttering. “There must be facer maintenance and operation to the opportunity to fulfill this mission.

28 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 The board of directors met in Febru- employees, USA Hockey/risk management on Nov. 23. This event was well attend- ary to plan our spring workshop, which and rink insurance. In addition, round- ed and it was a pleasure to see so many will take place in May at the Excel Ener- table discussions will include resurfacer young skaters on the newly installed gy Center in St. Paul, Minn. They also dis- operations, dry floor events, refrigeration ice surface. Rinks represented at this cussed the fall conference, our educa- and promoting public skating. A vendor competition were Ebersole Ice Rink, E.J. tional opportunities as mentioned above trade show will feature various vendor Murray Skating Center, Fritz Dietl, and our new office location, administra- member products and services, and for Hickory Hills, New Roc City, Sky Rink, tive assistant position and treasurer. those interested, a golf scramble and hos- Westchester Skating Academy & Times are changing in MIAMA. It is truly pitality attendee social will add a little Yonkers FSC. Once again, a job well an exciting era for our association. social interaction. All in all, we hope to done by all. Congratulations to all the make this one of our best conferences ever! competitors and volunteers. The board met in February to fin- Montclair Edge Competition Wisconsin Ice Arena Managers ish conference details and begin plan- scheduled for Dec. 6 was canceled due ning the annual one-day Fall Fire-Up to the snow/ice storm and rescheduled Association (WIAMA) slated for August. for March 13. Check the ISI Web site for by Jeffrey J. Michalek, Eble Ice Arena updates. The Lake Placid competition was The November WIAMA board meeting Metropolitan Ice Rink held Jan 8-11. I hear it was well attend- focused on finalizing the agenda for the Managers Association ed and a great success. upcoming annual spring conference. In The MIRMA executive board is an effort to add a little excitement and (MIRMA) planning the spring managers meeting spark some new interest, this year’s by Judith P.Sniffen, President for March, with the location and date conference has been moved from its to be announced. traditional Dells location. It will be held I hope you are all enjoy- The first annual District 3 cham- April 21-23 at the Fox Hills Golf Resort ing a great start to a fab- pionships will be held April 17-18 at a and Conference Center in Mishicot, ulous skating year. facility to be announced. This event Wis. located just south of Green Bay MIRMA has been will be unique in that it will be treated near Lake Michigan. very busy. The first skat- as a Grand Prix final event. Every ISI- Some of this year’s agenda topics ing competition for the endorsed inter-rink event in the district include building systems and operations, season was held at E.J. throughout the season, as well as the ice arena First Aid practices, motivating Murray Skating Center Judy Sniffen Riverdale ISI event in Lake Placid and Continued on page 30...

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ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 29 New Membership ICE ARENA ASSOCIATION NEWS Benefit in 2004! Continued from page 29 ISI facility and associate members are entitled to FREE classified listings. We’ll the ISI Winter Classic event in MAMA also passed a change to its print your classified ad at no charge in Nashville, will be deemed Grand Prix voting laws, from one vote per person Series events. The competition season to one vote per facility. The association the ISI Edge and Recreational Ice Skating will be defined as Sept. 1, 2003 through hopes that this change will make each magazines, and on ISI Online and our April 18, 2004. voting issue fairly decided, and not Web site. For more information, call Every skater’s participation and skewed by large facilities. Carol Jackson, advertising sales manager, placement in these events will be Other topics and presenters on the at (972) 735-8800, fax to (972) 735-8815 tracked. Grand Prix points will be award- December agenda were as follows: or send e-mail to [email protected]. ed for each event skated in each compe- Quizno’s Subs on concession sales; The deadline for the next issue of the tition, as follows: first place, 6 points; sec- Future Media on advertising screens; EDGE is March 15. ond place, 5 points; third place, 4 points; Detroit Chemical and Paper on main- fourth place, 3 points; fifth place, 2 tenance supplies and pricing; and points; and participation, 1 point. S.T.A.R. on computerized log books. CLASSIFIED ADS Points awarded at the District 3 MAMA’s next meeting is planned championships will be double the for the spring, when committee reports ICE SKATING DIRECTOR — Position above and therefore weighted more from the following committees will be a open immediately in Riverside, Calif. heavily in the final tabulation. priority on the agenda: MAMA/MAHA Prior skating director experience and At the completion of the district arena relations, summer conference strong marketing skills required. E-mail event, the sum of all points earned and membership. résumé to Joe Polonsky at joepolonsky throughout the season will be calculated @yahoo.com or call (949) 683-8644. and the overall district champions will be named and recognized, with trophies SKATING DIRECTORS — McMillen Ice and scholarship awards going to the top North East Ice Skating Arena in Fort Wayne, Ind. seeks quali- finishers (MIRMA will make a contribu- Managers Association fied learn-to-skate director and tion to a 529 plan in the skater’s name advanced skating program director. for future college education). (NEISMA) Year-round, part-time positions over- Awards will also be presented for: by Tom Morton, President see all aspects of each program. clubs having the most skaters entered Strong skating backgrounds, prior in the most events for the annual Plans are well under way supervisory experience, and good Grand Prix Series, to encourage partici- for NEISMA’s annual communication and organizational pation; and skaters who finish in the spring conference and skills required. Contact Chuck top positions throughout the Grand trade show April 6-8 at Reddinger, assistant manager of pro- Prix Series, to encourage excellence. Boston College, accord- gramming, at (260) 427-6762 or For more information, please con- ing to conference chair [email protected]. tact Judith Sniffen at (516) 628-2240 or Ed Peduto. A large atten- Lisa Fedick at (203) 576-8118. dance is expected, with Tom Morton ASSISTANT MANAGER — Danbury Ice vendor participation a Arena in Danbury, Conn. seeks energetic major factor. All who plan to attend the self-starter to join management team. Michigan Arena Managers conference are encouraged to mark Responsibilities include employee hiring, their calendars and register early. training, scheduling, payroll processing, Association (MAMA) The event will include timely semi- facility and equipment maintenance, cus- by Geoff Bennetts, President nar topics and a high-profile keynote tomer service and administration. speaker. Look for more information and Minimum two years’ experience in a The Michigan Arena Managers Associa- a registration form in the December issue sports management field, good commu- tion held a meeting Dec. 16 at the Novi of NEISMA’s publication, Rink Rat. nication and organizational skills, a posi- Ice Arena. The primary Congratulations to Donna Doyle tive leadership philosophy and a willing- purpose of the meeting of the Charles Moore Ice Rink in ness to learn. Salary commensurate with was to discuss two Oleans, Mass., who has been elected to experience. Full benefits and vacation. E- aspects of the bylaws: the NEISMA board of directors. mail résumé to [email protected] membership dues and Applications for participation in or fax to (973) 655-8022. voting rights. After a NEISMA’s William Chase Memorial short discussion and Scholarship 2004 competition are in LOST IN CHICAGO minimal debate, all in Geoff Bennetts the December issue of Rink Rat. This During 2003 Worlds event. Burgundy attendance agreed to competition is open to employees and garment bag, with “Gabrielle” on the increase dues. The asso- children of employees of 2003-04 NEIS- front and “Melvindale Figure Skating ciation decided to institute a member- MA dues-paid organizations. Students Club” on the back. Contents included ship fee per facility, with a minimal who work at a dues-paying ice rink several dresses, tights, makeup, etc., charge for additional members within must have worked a minimum of two but most important, a videotape of a each facility. With the anticipated addi- years (seasons) in an ice rink. young skater’s competitions from the tional funds, MAMA plans to coordi- Director Jeff Bardwell, chair for NEIS- last four years. Contact Debbie Sauve nate the addition of keynote speakers MA’s Web site, invites everyone interest- with information, at (734) 285-2622 to its agendas as well as focus on mem- ed in the association to check neisma.com or [email protected]. bership recruiting. for current information.

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CROSSCUTS Continued from page 5 will take an additional year, with is part of a National Trail Parks and rink will include a concession area, pro opening planned for 2007. The facility Recreation District initiative. shop, locker rooms and private special event rooms. FOXBORO, Mass. — The local planning board recently approved a devel- Have you registered? oper’s plan for a complex that will RINK RUMBLINGS As part of our continued efforts to house two regulation NHL-size ice rinks. The rinks, which could be built EAST better communicate with members, by August, might threaten a proposal ISI has added three valuable new to construct a rooftop rink in nearby BALTIMORE — Deteriorating equip- electronic communications tools. downtown Attleboro. ment kept the 14-year-old Inner Har- ISI Update is a timely commu- bor Ice Rink at Rash Field from open- niqué targeted and e-mailed to the SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — An ice ing for the winter season. The city skating rink is among the amenities plans to launch a private fundraising various segments of ISI’s membership. planned for the year-old Marriott campaign to build a new rink for ISI Online, also distributed via e-mail, Grand Residence Club, Lake Tahoe, a next winter, and officials are scout- is a condensed version of ISI EDGE resort offering fractional ownership ing potential locations. news. ISI Forum is a discussion group options in the new pedestrian-friendly site on the ISI Web site: skateisi.org. Heavenly Village. The rink will join a ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Another Mary- More details are available on the site; movie theater and other entertainment land ice rink, this one at Quiet Waters options as part of the resort’s “complete Park, failed to open for this year’s skat- select “What’s New?” vacation experience.” ing season, and Anne Arundel County’s To be added to ISI’s e-mail address continued budget shortages are expect- list, you must register online at the reg- LAS VEGAS — A major expansion pro- ed to prevent its opening next Novem- istration page. You will be asked to project at Santa Fe Station requires the ber as well. The rink needs a new cool- vide your ISI number, your ZIP code demolition of the property’s existing ing system, which would cost approxi- ice rink, but Station Casinos plans to mately $250,000. The county recre- and your e-mail address. build a new indoor rink at its Fiesta ation and parks director says the rink Rancho in north Las Vegas. The new will eventually be reopened.

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BUFFALO, N.Y. — The future of three posal was tabled until stipulations citizens; a professional management city ice rinks is in question, with a could be added regarding the rink’s company; and the Town Board itself. request for private operators to take over operating hours. the facilities going largely unanswered. MIDWEST The Lafayette rink received one formal EAST AURORA, N.Y. — The nonprofit offer, while rinks at Riverside and Cazen- Aurora Ice Association has proposed a BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — City Council ovia attracted no offers. The lack of pri- 90,000-square-foot twin ice rink/retail has narrowly approved a $35 million vate interest is attributed to the rinks’ complex for downtown East Aurora. arena project after nearly four years of high utility costs, a glut of rinks through- Hockey, figure skating, public skating debate throughout the community. out the region and the fact that all three and possibly broomball would be Council members now must choose of the facilities are single-rink buildings. offered, and at least one of the NHL-size between private investment and city Privatization would save the city a pro- rinks would remain open year-round. funding, and secure it prior to begin- jected $300,000. One proposed alterna- The association plans to have a rink ning construction. tive is Erie County’s takeover of city management company assist in running parks. In the meantime, there are no the facility. The estimated cost of the rink PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. — A two- plans to close any of the rinks. portion of the project is $4 million. rink ice arena will be added to Lake- View RecPlex. The estimated $8.2 mil- SOUTHINGTON, Conn. — As part of AMHERST, N.Y. — After months of dis- lion to $9 million two-story facility will a proposal to transform two industri- sent regarding the operations of the offer seating for some 1,000 spectators, al buildings into office, retail and town-owned Pepsi Center, Town Board including stadium seating for about warehouse space, a local couple also members have agreed to establish an 800 at one rink. Skating lessons, public plans to create a 200-seat ice skating enterprise fund to track the $18 million skating, figure skating, youth and adult rink to be used for hockey games and facility’s revenues and expenses. Howev- hockey, and special ice events are practice skating. A number of neigh- er, the board rejected a measure calling among the anticipated offerings of the borhood residents have opposed the for its own members to take direct con- proposed facility, which could be com- plan, citing concerns about increased trol of the center. That leaves three plete by August. traffic, parking, bright lights, crowds, groups with overlapping responsibility safety issues and negative effects on for the center: the Ice Oversight Com- MILWAUKEE — The privately run Pet- surrounding property values. The pro- mittee, made up primarily of interested tit National Ice Center’s new business Continued on page 36...

ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 35 CROSSCUTS Continued from page 35 plan is designed to help it break even York, Chelmsford, Birmingham, other young skaters, or to the Abby this year and enable it to cover its Hampton Court, Norwich, Glasgow Yeagley Memorial Fund, c/o Omega $74,400 monthly lease payments to and Dublin. Bank, 117 S. Allen St., State College, State Fair Park. However, the 10-year- Pa. 16801. This fund was created to old covered Olympic oval is not KOREA — North Korea has announced purchase carbon monoxide detectors expected to be able to repay the more plans to build accommodation facilities for those who cannot afford them than $1.3 million it owes in past rent for foreign tourists on a historic land- and to promote an awareness of car- or to create the contingency fund mark in the Mount Baekdu region. The bon monoxide dangers through more needed to finance future repairs. The project includes an ice skating rink and stringent legislation and inspections. rink has taken several steps toward a ski resort. boosting its revenue. Programming NAHANT, Mass. — Theodore (Ted) has been expanded, including exten- Billias, 81, died Sept. 10 following a sive summer camp offerings, and the CONDOLENCES brief illness. Born in Boston, he board of directors has been boosted served in the U.S. Navy during World with new members. Sponsorship STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Abigail Ann War II and later founded Tab Engi- opportunities and ancillary develop- (Abby) Yeagley, the 10-year-old neering Inc., a construction company ments, such as a restaurant, are being daughter of Penn State Ice Rink skat- specializing in skating rinks. Billias considered, as is the installation of a ing director Dena Yeagley, died Nov. was a member of the North East Ice temporary third sheet of ice during 30 along with her father, Andrew Skating Managers Association (NEIS- the busy hockey season. Heckman, due to carbon monoxide MA) and served on ISI’s technical stan- poisoning from a faulty natural gas dards board in the early 1970s. INTERNATIONAL heating system in his apartment. A fifth grader at Radio Park Elementary GREAT BRITAIN and IRELAND — School, Abby was an accomplished Editor’s Note: “CrossCuts” is Ice skating has become a popular skater and participated in numerous compiled from press releases and holiday activity in Britain and Ire- Ice Rhythm shows at Penn State. published reports. Submit informa- land, with numerous outdoor ice Those who wish to honor Abby’s tion to: ISI Editor, 17120 N. Dallas rinks and shows offering winter fun. memory with a charitable contribu- Parkway., Suite 140, Dallas, TX Skaters hit the ice at open-air rinks in tion in her name may send it to the 75248-1187; fax to (972) 735-8815; London, Edinburgh, Manchester, ISIA Education Foundation to support or e-mail to [email protected].

36 ISI EDGE MARCH/APRIL 2004 Facility Management Corporation

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Facility Management Corporation is an in- As a growing leader in the indusrty, FMC novative leader of public recreational facil- is always looking to add quality individuals ity management, specializing in ice arena to our managment team. operations. FMC’s team has over a century If you have ice arena experience and are of combined experience in the industry, it is interested in learning more about employ- time to put their knowledge and skills to work ment opportunities with us contact us at:781- for you! 982-8166 or [email protected] Specializing in Ice Arena Management Feasibility & Design ~ Vending & Food Services ~ Marketing & Programming ~ Consulting & Planning FMC WELCOMES SPECIAL OLYMPICS 781-982-8166MASSACHUSETTS ~ www.fmcarenas.com 2004 WINTER GAMES Facility Management Corporation is pleased to announce worked closely with the Winter Games organizers to sched-

that the Special Olympics Massachusetts will be holding its ule their figure skating and speed skating events. “Our youth Facility Management Corporation FacilityManagement annual Winter Games in Worcester for the first time starting hockey groups were happy to sacrifice their icetime for the in 2004. Over 2,000 athletes will participate in eight differ- Winter Games. I am looking forward to watching the ath- ent sports, including al- letes compete in pine skiing, these events and I snowboarding, figure am happy that the skating and basketball Buffone Arena could Corporation

and ten-pin bowling. Host be a part of the facilities include Games’ success.” Wachusett Mountain, the Founded in 1968 Worcester Centrum Cen- by Eunice Kennedy tre and the Buffone Arena Shriver, Special in Worcester. Olympics provides All figure skating and people with mental speed skating events will retardation continu- Management be held the weekend of March 6-7, 2004 at the Buffone ing opportunities to develop fitness, demonstrate courage, Arena, located at 284 Lake Avenue, in Worcester. and experience joy as they participate in the sharing of gifts “We are delighted that our athletes have the opportunity to and friendship with their families and community. compete at the many first-class venues in the Worcester FMC is honored to be hosting the 2004 Winter Games in

Facility area,” said Robert Johnson, president and CEO of Special Worcester. “We are looking forward to the opportunity of Olympics Massachusetts. “We are very appreciative of the making this great event a reality for the many physically chal- warm welcome we have already received from the commu- lenged skaters throughout New England,” stated Rob nity and we are certainly looking forward to making this a McBride, President of Facility Management Corporation. “I great event for our athletes and the for City of Worcester.” am sure that the Winter Games will be a success and I am Nick Pennucci, Arena Manager of the Buffone Arena, thrilled to be a part of it.”

Feasibility & Design ~ Vending & Food Services ~ Marketing & Programming ~ Consulting & Planning AND ANOTHER

by Peter Martell THING... ISI Executive Director s you read this issue of ISI EDGE, the EDGE, on ISI’s Web site (skateisi.org) and follow the prompts to register. I hope that you are pleased with and via ISI’s new electronic news- Also, you should have received a brief Aboth the content and new look magazine, ISI Online. Each of these pub- survey inquiring about the effective- of the magazine. We continue to put a lications reaches more than 6,000 read- ness of these new electronic communi- lot of time and effort into all ISI publi- ers and is the ideal way to target your cations. Please take the time to com- cations, especially the EDGE and Recre- particular audience. Display advertising plete and return the survey to ISI so we ational Ice Skating magazines. is also available on each month’s issue can evaluate the effectiveness of these I hope you have noticed, over the of ISI Online. For information on any of efforts as we continue to expand and past few issues, that we have upgraded these programs, contact Carol Jackson, improve member services. both publications to full four-color for- ISI’s advertising sales manager. ISI was founded as, and continues mat throughout and have added more Last, but not least, I want to touch to be, first and foremost, a not-for-prof- photographs and other design elements on the new electronic communication it trade association for ice skating to the editorial layout. Due to the initiatives that we have undertaken industry professionals. It is our goal to efforts of our publications team, we within the past year. If you have an e- provide members with the best pro- have been able to do so at no addition- mail address, you should have received grams and services available at the al cost. For our readers, the impact is a copies of both ISI Online and ISI Updates most reasonable prices possible. Your more colorful, attractive and interest- since November. If you have not, please continued contributions to and partic- ing reading experience. For our adver- go to our Web site, click on Members ipation in Institute activities is what tisers, the impact is twofold: a more Only, then click on Not Registered Yet? motivates us each day. Thank you! appealing publication in which to showcase their products and services, and significantly reduced color adver- ADVERTISER INDEX tising rates, making it more affordable American Locker ...... 13 for vendors to “put their best foot for- Athletica Inc./Crystaplex ...... 5 ward” when communicating with potential customers. Becker Arena Products ...... 25 I want to take this opportunity to Bonestroo & Associates ...... 35 thank the ISI staff members for their Canlan Ice Sports ...... 11 ongoing initiative, creativity and Cimco-Lewis Refrigeration ...... 40 resourcefulness in continuing to Classifed Ads ...... 30 expand and improve ISI’s publications. Commercial Refrigeration Inc...... 33 I encourage our vendor members and Concepts & Designs MS ...... 9 advertisers to take advantage of our Covermaster ...... 29 new, reduced rates to upgrade to color Ed K Ice Sports ...... 26 if you haven’t done so already. In addition, I urge both readers Facility Management Corp...... 37 and advertisers to submit ideas or FrontLine Solutions Inc...... 26 articles for inclusion in any of our Goldner Associates Inc...... 28 publications. The ISI goes to great Harlick & Co...... 34 effort to produce these publications K&K Insurance Group Inc...... 2 as a member service, and we want to Maximum Solutions Inc...... 8 ensure that we are providing content Milwaukee World Festival ...... 7 that is timely, informational, educa- Mollenberg-Betz Inc...... 10 tional and of interest to our readers. Mondo USA ...... 39 Your input and editorial contributions help keep us on target as a lead- Rice Specialty Risk ...... 23 ing source of information for the ice Richardson Group, The ...... 31 skating industry. SP-Teri Co ...... 24 Associate and facility members, VSC Sports ...... 28 don’t forget to take advantage of the Zamboni ...... 36 FREE classified advertising provided in

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