Skaters enjoy new ice rink in Ansonia

Gold medal-winning figure skater Marisa Panuczak, 15, of Seymour poses at the ice rink Wednesday with Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti.

ANSONIA - After three postponements due to inclement conditions the weather finally cooperated Wednesday and the city was able to hold a grand opening for a portable ice rink at Nolan Field. 
More than 50 people enjoyed the skate opportunity during the evening. 

Figure skater Marisa Panuczak, 15, of Seymour said the condition of the ice prevented her from performing her complete routine. 

But she did skate for the crowd, and showed off her graceful style.

Marisa, a sophomore at Notre Dame High School of Fairfield, won gold medals in January during International Skating Institute championship competitions at Lake Placid, N.Y. 

Marisa called skating her "passion." She laced up her skates for the first time at age 4. 

Marisa Panuczak, left, and her skating friend, Victoria Tucciarone, 14, of Trumbull, smile for the camera.

John G. Prendergast School, Ansonia fifth grader Rhianen Dzvileski,10, strikes a pose with the help of Marisa Panuczak. Rhianen has been skating for three years.

Getting a feel for the slippery stuff.

Woops!

Have a pair of skates that don't fit any more? Consider donating them so someone else can enjoy the sport. 


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