Spectrum (North East) Roller Skating Club hosted their first ever Gala on Sunday 18th June at Darlington Dolphin Centre and returned with a spectacular haul of 33 trophies.
The club, which skates at Sunnydale Leisure Centre, invited Tees Valley Club based at Middlesbrough along to share the experience.
In total 40 skaters competed in the five hour Gala which catered for all ages and ability.
The final showcase performance was a demonstration by former British champion and international skater, Amy Berryman who was invited along as guest of honour.
Amy performed her freedance routine which was inspirational for the aspiring skaters.
“I would like to thank all the competitors for their fabulous performances, their families for coming along and supporting,” said club coach and event organiser, Tracy Stevens.
“I would also like to thank the team of helpers who organised the event and all the amazing judges who gave up their time to help us.
“I’m proud that roller skating is a growing sport in our area and more people are getting involved.
“For six of our Spectrum skaters this was their very first skate in front of an audience, so well done to all who took part as that itself is a big achievement!
Team Spectrum’s skaters consisted of: Liam Stevens (aged 3), Sophia Marshall (4), Jazzmyn Loring (7), Rhiannon Tyler (7), Abi Ingram (9), Faith Bingham (9), Harrison Austin (9), Mia Wilson (9), Kelsie Fulton (10), Hannah Godwin (10), Niamh Dawson (10), Lucy Richardson (10), Charlotte Wilson (11), Aysha Toms (11), Joseph Kearney (16), Nicola Stevens, Leah Jeans, Karen Austin and Andrea Vasey.
Anybody interested in getting involved with the club can contact Tracy Stevens on 07891 461958.
Spectrum skate at Shildon Sunnydale on Saturdays from 2.30-5.30pm and on Sundays from 2.30-4.30pm.
Sessions cost £4 per hour.
The club also posts regular updates via its Facebook, Twitter and Instagram social media accounts.
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