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Gold Medals and National Dreams: A Historic Weekend for Watertown Figure Skate Club

Group of figure skaters with medals; congratulatory posters in background; text: "WFSC National Showcase Qualifier." Celebratory mood.
Gold Medals and National Dreams: A Triumphant Weekend for Watertown Figure Skate Club at the WFSC National Showcase Qualifiers in Denver.

Northeast Radio SD News – Minot, ND/Watertown, SD - The Watertown Figure Skate Club (WFSC) returned from the Magic City International Skate Competition in Minot this weekend with a haul of gold medals and a growing roster of athletes headed to the national stage.


From historic debuts to individual triumphs, the club’s performance marked a significant milestone for figure skating in Watertown.

"Day 1 COMPLETE at the Magic City International Skate Competition in Minot, ND! ✨⛸️ We wrapped up the day with our ensemble team, debuting a brand-new, fresh routine—and we’re so proud of how it came together. The hard work paid off with a score to celebrate and GOLD to take home!
"Day 1 COMPLETE at the Magic City International Skate Competition in Minot, ND! ✨⛸️ We wrapped up the day with our ensemble team, debuting a brand-new, fresh routine—and we’re so proud of how it came together. The hard work paid off with a score to celebrate and GOLD to take home!

A Historic Debut for “Theatre on Ice”

In a first for the club’s history, the WFSC Toepick Ice Production Intermediate Theatre on Ice Team competed in the Theatre on Ice category. Performing their Choreographic Exercise (CE) program, the team earned a Gold Medal and received high praise during a formal critique session with competition officials.


The Club commended the skaters for their storytelling, teamwork, and commitment to the program. “Hearing their thoughtful and encouraging feedback was a meaningful moment for the team,” the club shared. “It validated every practice and every ounce of effort poured into this program.”


The success didn’t stop with the production team; the WFSC Ensemble Team also debuted a brand-new routine on the first day of the competition, securing another Gold Medal for the club.

"We took our CE program to the Minot International Skate Competition and, for the first time in our club’s history, sent a Theatre on Ice routine out in competition. 🕰️ After our performance, we had the incredible opportunity for a critique session with three officials. Hearing their thoughtful, detailed, and genuinely encouraging feedback was such a meaningful moment for the team and coach. Their compliments on the performance quality, teamwork, storytelling, and commitment on the ice truly validated every practice, every challenge, and every ounce of effort poured into this program. It was one of those moments that reminds you why you do this. 🥰"
"We took our CE program to the Minot International Skate Competition and, for the first time in our club’s history, sent a Theatre on Ice routine out in competition. 🕰️ After our performance, we had the incredible opportunity for a critique session with three officials. Hearing their thoughtful, detailed, and genuinely encouraging feedback was such a meaningful moment for the team and coach. Their compliments on the performance quality, teamwork, storytelling, and commitment on the ice truly validated every practice, every challenge, and every ounce of effort poured into this program. It was one of those moments that reminds you why you do this. 🥰"

Three Skaters Punch Tickets to Nationals

While the teams were busy collecting gold in Minot, three individual WFSC skaters delivered standout performances to qualify for the 2026 National Showcase in Denver, Colorado. Each athlete qualified with a distinct style, showcasing the club’s versatility:


·        Savannah Sovell: Bringing humor to the ice, Sovell qualified with a comedic impression routine set to “Like a Surgeon.” Her parody performance, complete with “scalpel jokes,” left the judges in stitches and earned her a spot in Denver.

·        Lily Musielewicz: Moving the audience in a different direction, Musielewicz qualified with an “emotional performance” routine. Her powerful and moving display of passion on the ice was noted by the club as “truly unforgettable.”

·        Shaylee Helle: Rounding out the national qualifiers, Helle punched her ticket with a character performance routine inspired by Matilda. Her dedication and technical precision during the routine solidified her place among the nation’s best.


Looking Ahead

The WFSC community is rallying behind its skaters as they prepare for the 2026 National Showcase. With history-making performances in Minot and a strong contingent heading to Denver, the club continues to elevate its presence on the regional and national skating scene.


“What an unforgettable day of growth, confidence, and history-making for this team,” the club stated following the weekend’s events.


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