Plainfield teen will represent Team USA at the Artistic Roller Figure Skating World Cup
The 15-time national champion from Plainfield will compete for Team USA in artistic roller figure skating
Plainfield resident Ally Schmidt will don the colors of Team USA in the Youth Ladies division of the Artistic Skating World Cup Figures, a competition set to take place in Lynwood, Illinois this weekend. Schmidt, a high school junior, has been dedicated to the sport of artistic roller figure skating for a decade. She's a 15-time national champion, but this will mark her maiden appearance for her nation.
Schmidt's journey began at the tender age of five when she first set foot in skates. Her dream to represent her country on the world team has now become a reality after years of rigorous training, enduring blisters, and relentless perseverance. She is part of a trio of U.S. representatives vying for the honor in the Youth Ladies division.
The 15-year-old, a high honors student and a member of the National Honor Society, expressed her profound gratitude and humility in a July 23 Instagram post. Her father, Rob Schmidt, echoed her sentiments, praising her transformation from a wobbly-legged young girl to a confident, self-driven woman. Regardless of the outcome, the family is looking forward to cherishing this unforgettable experience.
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