The Southern Connecticut Open

It was our pleasure to welcome you to the 2010 Southern Connecticut Open. The Skating Club of Southern Connecticut is pleased to host its 26th annual competition. Many of you know this event as the Darien Open. This year we have a new name, but the same great competition.

Many people have asked us why we decided to change our name. The reason is obvious to us. Our membership is passionate about the sport of figure skating and our membership has grown to include skaters, parents and fans from the Southern Connecticut region. Our new name honors our club and embraces its members. Our membership is the heart and soul of this event - volunteering countless hours each year, working long hours, and remaining cheerful. We hope that as you spent the day with us you took a moment to recognize our truly wonderful volunteers who make it possible for us to offer this exceptional skating opportunity.

This competition could not be possible without the support of the many U.S. Figure Skating officials and judges who volunteer their time and expertise so graciously. This year we are fortunate to have Robert LaMontagne, Chief Referee, and Elaine Sonderegger, Chief Accountant, return to share their amazing wealth of knowledge.

We thank each of the officials and judges who volunteer their time at events like ours because of their love for the sport of figure skating. Each year, U.S. Figure Skating recognizes the judges who dedicate their time and talents on behalf of our sport. The following individuals, with their many years of voluntary service as judges, are marking significant anniversaries since their first appointments. We know you will join us in applauding their contributions:

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