Sean Rabbitt

Sean competed in the Junior Men division at the Silicon Valley Open Figure Skating Competition in San Jose, California, on 8-7-08 and 8-9-08. . This competition was the debut of his new freeskate program, which had a few rough spots but performed to his satisfaction. He finished 9th in the short program, 6th in the long program, and 8th overall in a field of Junior Men.

Congratulations, Sean!!

Sean will be refining his new program in preparation for the Golden West Figure Skating Championships, August 28-31, 2008, at the Culver Ice Arena in Culver City, California. He would love to see you there...Hope you can make it.

Sean will be competing at the Silicon Valley Open Figure Skating Competition from the dates of 8-7-08 through 8-9-08. He will be competing in the Junior Men division and trying out his new freeskate program. Wish him luck!!!

Figure skating became a dominant focus of my life at the age of three. That was when my Mom and Dad took me to a local skating rink with my brother, Brandon. I still remember the thrill of gliding on the ice for the very first time. It was like stepping into another world.

Pursuing a career in figure skating is an expensive proposition for any skater. At Sean's current level of skating in the Senior Men's category, a skater's average annual expense to train and compete is $25,000 to $50,000. That includes a professional coach, ice time to practice, skating boots and blades, wardrobe/costumes and travel expenses to attend the competition. And, that’s just the skater, Mom and Dad’s travel expenses are additional.

In other countries, these costs are either subsidized or paid by their governments. In the United States, all of the expense is borne by the skater and his family. Needless to say, it applies a lot of stress and strain on all family members to cover these high costs.You can support Sean's Quest For The Gold by making a tax-deductible donation to:

Glacier Falls Figure Skating Club, Inc.
C/O Cris Pozanac, Treasurer
1219 Viscano Drive
Glendale, CA 91207


Please write "Sean Rabbitt"on the memo line on your check and, on a separate piece of paper, indicate that you wish your contribution to be applied to the skating expenses of Sean Rabbitt.

Glacier Falls Figure Skating Club, Inc., is a tax exempt, non-profit organization under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Therefore, all donations to Sean’s account are tax deductible.Donations may be accepted from both individuals and corporations. The monies received are distributed to assist with training, ice fees, equipment, competition or travel expenses. The Glacier Falls Figure Skating Club charges no fees for this service, and there are no deductions of any kind.

To receive your support, Sean must submit a bill signed by the skater, a parent and head coach. One hundred percent of your donation goes to Sean’s expenses outlined above.

If you prefer to contribute directly to Sean's training, Email Sean or contact Coach Peter Oppegard, at the EastWest Ice Palace (562) 809-6200.

Thanks For Your Continuing Support! See You On The Winner’s Podium

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