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Congratulations to Sophie Stannard who passed her Preliminary Solo Dance Test at Herne Bay High School on Sunday 31 January. She really skated well, although going first also made her slightly more nervous. Both judges complimented her on how nicely she had skated and what a lovely test it had been. Her dances were the Swing Foxtrot, Rhythm Blues and Canasta Tango.
Thanks go to those who came down to support her today. It was lovely to see that her hard work has been rewarded. Sophie has now qualified and will now be training hard for her Espoir Solo Dance Championships on the 27/28 March 2010 at the Bushfield Leisure Centre, Peterborough.
Posted: 1 February 2010
Six skaters travelled to Haywards Heath on Saturday 5 December to compete in the Romford YMCA competition. It was dissappointing not to have any of the younger skaters in the finals of their events as they had all skated well but they enjoyed the competition.
Results:
Event 1b - Solo Dance : Connor Botting - Semi Final
Event 1c - Solo Dance : Charlie Botting - Semi Final
Event 2a - Elementary Solo Dance : Sophie Stannard - Semi Final
Event 3b - Bronze Solo Dance : Krystyna Wale - Semi Final
Event 4b - Silver Solo Dance : Laura Minter - 13th
Event 10 - Duo Dance : Sophie Stannard/Debbie Foreman - 4th
Event 14b - Elementary and Prelim Teams : HBU Rugrats (Sophie Stannard/Charlie Botting/Connor Botting) - 4th
Event 15b - Inter Bronze Teams : HBU Eagles (Debbie Foreman, Krystyna Wale, Laura Minter) - 5th
Event 6 - Solo Dance over 30 years : Debbie Foreman - 3rd
Posted: 8 December 2009
Six skaters travelled to Newbury on Sunday 17 May to compete in the Moonrakers competition. Although the team only won one bronze medal, all skated well and it was an entertaining competition.
Results:
Event 1b - Novice Solo Dance : Connor Botting - 8th
Event 2 - Elementary Solo Dance : Sophie Stannard - 14th
Event 8a - Novice Solo Dance : Charlie Botting - 15th
Event 6 - Bronze Solo Dance : Bethany Wale - 4th
Event 6 - Bronze Solo Dance : Krystyna Wale - 11th
Event 7 - Inter Silver and above Solo Dance : Laura Minter - 4th
Event 11 - Senior Teams : HBU Kestrals (Bethany Wale, Krystyna Wale, Laura Minter) - 7th
Event 15b - Super Teams : HBU Rugrats (Charlie Botting, Sophie Stannard, Bethany Wale) - 10th
Event 13 - Senior Novelty Couples : Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale - 8th
Event 12a - Junior Novelty Couples : Charlie Botting/Sophie Stannard - 10th
Event 14 - Novelty Duo OSP : Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale - 3rd
Event 14 - Novelty Duo OSP : Charlie Botting/Sophie Stannard - 9th
Posted: 8 June 2009
Congratulations to both Krystyna Wale and Bethany Wale who both passed their Bronze Solo Dance Medal Test on Saturday 21 March at the Pier Pavilion, Herne Bay.
They both skated a very strong test, with good compliments from the judges.
Posted: 22 March 2009
HBU's artistic section were again involved with pre-match entertainment for the game against Reus Deportiu. Following the demonstration matches 16 dancers took to the rink to give a colourful performance to Shine by Take That with a short duo section at the beginning of the routine by Sophie Stannard and Beth Wale. At half time they again entertained the crowd by donning monkey outfits and performing to Jungle VIP from the Jungle Book.
Artistic Squad: Charlie Botting, Connor Botting, Debbie Foreman, Fay Gilbert, Flossie Holland-Norris, Jake Kemp, Stephanie Kemp, Surina Mehroke, Sophie Stannard, Lucy Stephenson, Sam Vincent, Bethany Wale, Cathy Wale, Krystyna Wale, Daisy Westbury, Amber Whiffen
Posted: 17 March 2009
Three skaters took part in their artistic tests at the Pier on Tuesday evening with all being successful; Sophie Stannard passed her Elementary test while Bethany and Krystyna Wale both passed the Inter Bronze level. Well done!
Posted: 29 January 2009
HBU's Artistic section took part in the European pre-match entertainment for the game against Tenerife. Following the under 11's match there were solo performances from Connor Botting, Krystyna Wale, Sophie Stannard and Laura Minter. At half time Laura skated another solo which was followed by the St Trinians show number performed at the recent Maidstone competition with the addition of six more dancers.
Artistic squad: Charlie Botting, Connor Botting, Fay Gilbert, Flossie Holland-Norris, Laura Minter, Sophie Stannard, Lucy Stevenson, Sam Vincent, Bethany Wale, Krystyna Wale, Daisy Westbury, Amber Whiffen
Posted: 20 October 2008
Maidstone Roller Dance Club held its annual Open Competitions at Mote Park in Maidstone, Kent on the 13th and 14th September 2008. There were lots of events that we were able to enter over the two days - Solo Dance, Solo Team Dance, Exhibitions, OSP's (Original Set Pattern - A dance that is created by the skaters to music of their choice). Our team was made up from skaters who had never entered a competition before to experienced senior skaters. The team was Connor, Sophie, Charlie, Krystyna, Bethany, Laura and Debbie. The ages of our skaters also varied from nine years old to over 40 years old.
The team took part in the Solo Dance Events, with Connor taking part in his first competition. Connor skated confidently and was put through to the Semi Final in his event; a great achievement for his first competition. When asked how much out of 10 had he enjoyed going out on the floor and competing, Connor's reply was "10". A really great effort.
Charlie and Sophie competed in the Non Medallists Solo Dance Event and both skated really well. Although Charlie was knocked out after the first round she skated with strength and confidence. Sophie managed to get through to the second round, skating a good Tango. Well done to both.
All three novice skaters entered the Non Medallist Solo Dance Team Event and were called the HBU Rugrats. Each skater is required to skate one dance each and the combined marks are then used to place the teams. Our team was placed 9th, a good result against some more experienced skaters.
Krystyna and Bethany entered the Prelim Solo Dance Event which they both skated very well. Bethany and Krystyna have a friendly rivalry as cousins and it was Bethany's turn to pip Krystyna in the results. Both girls danced well, Bethany was placed 13th and Krystyna 14th.
Laura competed in the Inter Silver and above Solo Dance Event and was placed 1st, a really great skate from Laura. We had not expected Laura to do so well and she ended up with one skate on and one skate off at the presentation. It was quite a shock when her name was called out in 1st place as she had to rush to get her skates on and she only managed to get there once the skater in 2nd had been presented with their medal. A big well done to Laura, a good reward for all the hard work.
Debbie entered the Adult Solo Dance Event and her skating improved throughout the competition. We had hoped that Debbie would be in placed in the top half of the competition, but to be placed 3rd was fantastic. A really good confidence boost to Debbie.
Laura also competed in the OSP event, which can be quite subjective as all the skaters are able to choose their own music. The judges are then given the hard task of marking the various dances against each other which is really difficult marking a Tango against a lively Samba. With this in mind Laura skated to "Candy Man" by Christina Aguilera and skated really well. Laura was up against some really good performers and was placed in 5th. A really good effort with some more work to be done on the performance as Laura has proved she is an excellent technical skater. Keep up the hard work - it'll be worth it!!
Our novice and intermediate skaters who are a group of five enthusiastic youngsters decided that they wanted to have a go at Exhibition skating - something that they had not tried before. They all decided that they wanted to do a Solo, and then a Group Show Number.
In the 10 years and under event Connor dressed up as James Bond and skated to the theme tune to James Bond and then to the Scouting for Girls track - "I wish I was James Bond". Connor skated a fantastic program adding in props and performed brilliantly in his first ever competition. (Placed 14th) Sophie dressed up in a black top and brightly coloured skirt with a neckerchief and skated to Hairspray. Sophie's program was energetic and lively and recreated the feeling in the movie that made everyone want to get up from their chairs and dance and clap along with her during her performance. (Placed 13th) Charlie dressed up and looked really cool in her shorts and T shirt and neckerchief when she skated to Shania Twain's track - "That don't impress me much". Charlie really enjoyed acting out the song and loved being able to do spins and trick steps. Although her routine was the same length as everyone else, hers seemed to fly by. (Placed 15th)
The 11 years and over event saw Krystyna dressed up as a "Posh" Bumble Bee. Krystyna decided that she wanted to combine a novelty program and some strong exhibition skating together. She skated to Arthur Askey's track "Busy Bee" along with "Don't Stop me now" by Queen and the "Can-can" a traditionally energetic dance. Krystyna certainly won the hearts of the audience in her lovely costume and entertained everyone with her performance. (Placed 13th) Bethany dressed up in a lovely bright orange and gold dress and skated to "Mamma Mia" from the recent hit show with the same name along with "Money, Money, Money" by Abba. Bethany put a lot of feeling and interpretation into her program which got the audience singing along. A beautifully skated program with lots of trick steps, jumps and spins. (Placed 14th)
Their Group exhibition number was to "St Trinians". They all made a fantastic effort to get their costumes just right. The girls dressed up in grey skirts, white school shirts, striped grey ties and straw boaters and wild hair. Connor was dressed in black trousers, a groovy leopard print shirt, bling and a black trilby. All five skaters had to work hard to learn new moves and all had to let go of any inhibitions they may have had and just had to "Go for it". They all did extremely well showing that it was still possible to have fun whilst having to perform some quite difficult moves. Connor, Charlie and Sophie teamed up during the routine to perform steps and make a small group, whilst Krystyna and Bethany performed more complex skating. The overall effect that these five young skaters achieved was fantastic. They have received so many compliments and have been able to grow during their experience. (Placed 6th)
Thanks to all the parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters who supported the team with such enthusiasm throughout the weekend. It is always so lovely to see them having such a good time and enjoying themselves. We look forward to our younger skaters joining the "St Trinians" Group Exhibition number to make it a group of youngsters with attitude, ready to rule the floor.
Well done to all the team.
Full results for all the events that we competed in are shown below:
Event 9a - Elementary and Prelim Teams: Bethany Wale (skating with Kent Artistic) - 4th
Event 19a - Non Medallist Exhibition 11 years and over: Krystyna Wale - 13th
Event 19a - Non Medallist Exhibition 11 years and over: Bethany Wale - 14th
Event 19b - Non Medallist Exhibition 10 years and under: Sophie Stannard - 13th
Event 19b - Non Medallist Exhibition 10 years and under: Connor Botting - 14th
Event 19b - Non Medallist Exhibition 10 years and under: Charlie Botting - 15th
Event 8a - Non Medallist Solo Dance teams: HBU Rugrats (Connor Botting, Charlie Botting and Sophie Stannard) - 9th
Event 21 - Small Group Shownumber: St Trinians - 6th
Event 3b - Prelim Solo Dance: Bethany Wale - 13th
Event 3b - Prelim Solo Dance: Krystyna Wale - 14th
Event 1 - 1st Solo Dance Competition: Connor Botting - Semi Final
Event 2 - Non Medallist Solo Dance: Sophie Stannard - Round 2
Event 2 - Non Medallist Solo Dance: Charlie Botting - Round 1
Event 6 - Adult Solo Dance: Debbie Foreman - 3rd
Event 5 - Inter Silver and above Solo Dance: Laura Minter - 1st
Event 7c - OSP Bronze and over: Laura Minter - 5th
Posted: 15 September 2008
Two of our skaters recently competed at the senior British Championships held at Haywards Heath. Laura Minter was 8th in her event while Debbie Foreman was 4th. Well done both of you.
Posted: 5 June 2008
Several of our skaters have recently taken part in this year's British Championships.
The Espoir Championships took place in Beaumont Leys in Leicester. Krystyna Wale was our only skater and she came 4th out of 21 skaters, narrowly missing 3rd place which would have automatically put her in the squad to go to the Cup of Europe in Italy. However, she is a reserve should anyone drop out.
The Cadet Championships took place at Mote Park, Maidstone. Bethany Wale was our only skater in this class. Again there were 21 skaters competing and Bethany came 11th. This was her first attempt at the Cadet class and she skated extremely well
The Classic Competition also took place at Mote Park and we had one skater entered - Debbie Foreman. She excelled herself and came 2nd.
The Junior and Senior championships take place at Haywards Heath in July. Laura Minter and Debbie Foreman will be competing so good luck to both of you.
Posted: 5 June 2008
Six of our skaters took their artistic tests at Herne Bay High School on Tuesday evening. It was a successful session as they all passed:
Charlie Botting, Connor Botting and Sophie Stannard - Grade 6 Basic Skills
Bethany Wale and Krystyna Wale - Elementary and Preliminary
Kirsty Wale - Inter-Silver
Well done everyone.
Posted: 14 February 2008
Seven of our skaters took part in the Kent Artistic Roller Dance Competition held on 26/27 January at Mote Park. They competed in 11 events and the results are as follows:
Event 21b - OSP up to Preliminary : Bethany Wale - 2nd
Event 21b - OSP up to Preliminary : Krystyna Wale - 4th
Event 1a - Newcomers Solo Dance : Hollie Ferrett - 6th
Event 5 - Solo Dance Silver and above : Laura Minter - 2nd
Event 2c - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Sophie Stannard - 13th
Event 2d - Solo Dance Non Medallists : Charlie Botting - 11th
Event 6a - Solo Dance Open Standard under 13s : Krystyna - 6th
Event 6b - Solo Dance Open Standard under 13s : Bethany Wale - 7th
Event 9 - Solo Dance Open Standard over 25s : Debbie Foreman - 5th
Event 10b - Super Fun Teams : HBU Chicks (Charlie Botting/Sophie Stannard/ Hollie Ferrett/Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale) - 6th
Event 7a - Solo Dance Open Standard 14-25s : Laura Minter - 2nd
Event 11b - Solo Dance Teams Prelim and under : HBU Rugrats (Sophie Stannard/Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale) - 4th
Well done everyone.
Posted: 28 January 2008
Six of our skaters took part in the Medway Cups Competition held on 21 October at Mote Park. They competed in 7 events and the results are as follows:
Event 1a - Newcomers Solo Dance : Charlie Botting - 11th
Event 1a - Newcomers Solo Dance : Sophie Stannard - 13th
Event 2b - Non Medallist Solo Dance 10 years : Krystyna Wale - 4th
Event 10 - Over 25 Inter Bronze and above : Debbie Foreman - 6th
Event 15 - Non Medalist Teams : HBU Rugrats (Charlie Botting, Bethany Wale, Krystyna Wale) - 6th
Event 3a - Non Medalists Solo Dance : Bethany Wale - 1st
Event 8 - Senior Solo Dance: Laura Minter - 3rd
Event 12a - Prelim and Under Duos : Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale - 3rd
Event 12a - Prelim and under Duos : Charlie Botting/Sophie Stannard - 11th
Well done everyone.
Posted: 22 October 2007
Six of our skaters took part in the Maidstone Open Competition held on 29/30 September at Mote Park. They competed in 4 events and the results are as follows:
Event 9a - Team Solo Dance Non Medallists : HBU Rugrats (Charlie Botting, Bethany Wale, Krystyna Wale) - 7th
Event 1 - Newcomers Solo Dance : Charlie Botting - 1st Round
Event 1 - Newcomers Solo Dance : Sophie Stannard - 1st Round
Event 2 - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Bethany Wale - 5th
Event 2 - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Krystyna Wale - Semi Final
Event 7 - Adults 30 years and over Solo Dance any standard: Debbie Foreman - 3rd
Event 6 - Inter Gold and Above Solo Dance : Laura Minter - 1st
Well done everyone.
Posted: 3 October 2007
Kirsty Wale has been selected to compete at Hettange, France in the international competition taking place on 18 to 20 October. Good luck!
Posted: 31 July 2007
Bethany Wale has been selected to attend assessment on September 2 for the Cup of Europe competition which takes place in Nazare, Portugal from 3 to 6 October. Good luck!
Posted: 31 July 2007
Kirsty Wale, Laura Minter and Debbie Foreman all competed at the British Solo Dance Championships held in Haywards Heath recently. Kirsty finished 8th in the Junior competition, Laura was 9th in the Senior and Debbie was 8th in the Classic. Well done to all of you.
Posted: 31 July 2007
Krystyna and Bethany Wale competed at the British Solo Dance Championships held in Leicester at the weekend. Their age group had sixteen competitors but both girls finished in the top half; Bethany being placed 4th and Krystyna 8th. Both girls have also been selected to train for the Great Britain team on the Bank Holiday weekend. Well done to both of you.
Posted: 26 April 2007
Eleven of our skaters attended the Falkland and Magpie competition held on 17/18 March at Pier Pavilion, and competed in twenty two different events. Results were as follows:
Event 4 - Solo Dance 10 + 11 years : Bethany Wale - 3rd
Event 4 - Solo Dance 10 + 11 years : Krystyna Wale - 6th
Event 3 - Solo Dance 8 + 9 years : Charlie Botting - 7th
Event 14b - Duo Dance 14 years and above : Eleanor McCourt/Laura Minter - 2nd
Event 18 - Formation Team 18 years and above : Kirsty Wale/Laura Minter/Eleanor McCourt - 1st
Event 7 - Solo Dance 16 + 17 years : Kirsty Wale - 5th
Event 31 - Duo Novelty Free : Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale - 3rd
Event 1a - Solo Dance Non Medalists 10 years and under : Amy Davis - 8th
Event 1a - Solo Dance Non Medalists 10 years and under : Sophie Stannard - 11th
Event 1b - Solo Dance Non Medalists 11 years and over : Rebecca Thomas - 10th
Event 28 - Super Fun Team : Debbie Foreman/Krystyna Wale/Kirsty Wale/ Eleanor McCourt - 6th
Event 22b - Solo OSP Elementary and above : Eleanor McCourt - 3rd
Event 10 - Solo Dance Team up to and including 11 years : Rebecca Thomas/Charlie Botting/Krystyna Wale - 12th
Event 10 - Solo Dance Team up to and including 11 years : Sophie Stannard/Amy Davis/Bethany Wale - 14th
Event 8 - Solo Dance 18 years and above : Eleanor McCourt - 2nd
Event 8 - Solo Dance 18 years and above : Laura Minter - 3rd
Event 13b - Duo Dance 10 to 13 years : Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale - 5th
Event 11 - Solo Dance Team 14 years and above : Kirsty Wale/Laura Minter/Eleanor McCourt - 3rd
Event 9a - Solo Dance 25 years and above : Cathy Wale - 9th
Event 9b - Solo Dance 25 years and above : Debbie Foreman - 4th
Event 20 - Super Team : Kirsty Wale/Eleanor McCourt/Laura Minter - 3rd
Event 16 - Formation Team up to and including 11 years : Rebecca Thomas/Bethany Wale/Krystyna Wale - 4th
Event 15 - Duo Dance 25 years and above : Cathy Wale/Debbie Foreman - 3rd
Event 24 - Solo Dance Elimination 12 to 17 years : Kirsty Wale - Semi Finals
Event 23 - Solo Dance Elimination up to and including 11 years : Krystyna Wale - Heats
Event 23 - Solo Dance Elimination up to and including 11 years : Amy Davis - Heats
Event 23 - Solo Dance Elimination up to and including 11 years : Bethany Wale - Semi Finals
Event 23 - Solo Dance Elimination up to and including 11 years : Rebecca Thomas - Heats
Event 23 - Solo Dance Elimination up to and including 11 years : Charlie Botting - Semi Finals
Event 25 - Solo Dance Elimination 18 years and above : Eleanor McCourt - 1st
Event 25 - Solo Dance Elimination 18 years and above : Laura Minter - 3rd
Well done to all our skaters.
Posted: 19 March 2007
Nine of our skaters attended the Kent Artistic competition held on 27/28 January at Mote Park, and competed in eleven different events. Results were as follows:
Event 10a - Solo Dance Open Standard : Laura Minter - 1st
Event 10a - Solo Dance Open Standard : Eleanor McCourt - 2nd
Event 1a - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Charlie Botting - 13th
Event 1b - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Amy Davis - 14th
Event 1b - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Rebecca Thomas - 18th
Event 8 - Solo Dance Adults : Debbie Foreman - 3rd
Event 2c - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Bethany Wale - 1st
Event 16 - Super Fun Teams : Debbie Foreman/Cathy Wale/Krystyna Wale/Bethany Wale/Kirsty Wale - 6th
Event 5a - Solo Dance Inter Bronze and Bronze : Kirsty Wale - 2nd
Event 2b - Solo Dance Non Medalists : Krystyna Wale - 2nd
Event 9b - Solo Dance Open Standard up to 12 years : Bethany Wale - 2nd
Event 9b - Solo Dance Open Standard up to 12 years : Krystyna Wale - 7th
Event 7 - Solo Dance Inter Gold and Gold : Eleanor McCourt - 3rd
Event 7 - Solo Dance Inter Gold and Gold : Laura Minter - 4th
Event 11b - Teams Non Medalists : Amy Davis/Charlie Botting/Bethany Wale - 7th
Event 11b - Teams Non Medalists : Rebecca Thomas/Cathy Wale/Krystyna Wale - 8th
Well done to all our skaters.
Posted: 29 January 2007
Herne Bay United skaters Kirsty Wale and Kym Marsh represented Britain at the international competition held recently at Hettange. The competition was tough, especially against skaters from France and Italy. Kirsty finished in 12th place and Kym in 4th.
Posted: 20 October 2006
Seven of our skaters attended the Maidstone competition held on 23/24 September at Mote Park, and competed in nine different events. Results were as follows:
Event 10b - Non Medalist Duo Dance : Krystyna Wale/Charlie Botting - 14th
Event 2 - Non Medalist Solo Dance : Krystyna Wale - 4th
Event 17 - Inter Silver and above Team Dance : Eleanor McCourt/Laura Minter/Kirsty Wale - 4th
Event 1a - Newcomers Solo Dance : Charlie Botting - 13th
Event 8 - 30 years and above Solo Dance : Debbie Foreman - 4th
Event 13 - Inter Silver and above Duo Dance : Laura Minter/Eleanor McCourt - 3rd
Event 5b - Bronze Solo Dance : Simon Woodman - 4th
Event 5b - Bronze Solo Dance : Kirsty Wale - 9th
Event 9c - Bronze and above OSP : Eleanor McCourt - 2nd
Event 9c - Bronze and above OSP : Laura Minter - 5th
Event 7 - Inter Gold and above Solo Dance : Eleanor McCourt - 2nd
Event 7 - Inter Gold and above Solo Dance : Laura Minter - 3rd
Well done to all our skaters.
Posted: 26 September 2006
Krystyna Wale attended the selection assessment for the Cup of Europe held on 2 September. She impressed the judges and will now be taking part in the competition along with Kym Marsh.
Posted: 7 September 2006
The Cup of Europe is taking place in Paris on 1 - 4 November 2006. Kym Marsh has already been selected to compete in the competition.
Posted: 19 August 2006
Medway Roller Dance and Social Club Kent Cups takes place on 15 October 2006.
Posted: 19 August 2006
An international competition is taking place at Hettange, France on 12 to 14 October 2006.
Posted: 19 August 2006
Maidstone Open Roller Skating Competition is being held on 23/24 September 2006 at Moat Park Leisure Centre, Maidstone. The artistic section have entered 7 skaters - Charlie Botting, Krystyna Wale, Kirsty Wale, Simon Woodman, Debbie Foreman, Eleanor McCourt and Laura Minter.
Posted: 19 August 2006
Krystyna Wale will be attending assessment for selection to the Cup of Europe on 2 September 2006.
Posted: 19 August 2006
All members and friends are invited to the end of season party on Saturday 15 July 2006 at the pier Pavilion from 5.00pm to 7.30pm. There will be skating, games and refreshments. Adults £2.50 and children under 16 years old £2.00.
Please let us know if you are coming and how many will people you are bring with you as soon as possible. Money can be paid to Debbie, Aileen or any other Committee member.
Posted: 05 July 2006
On the 7, 8 and 9 July 2006 a number of skaters will be competing in the Junior and Senior British Championships being held at Buckmore Park, Chatham, Kent.
Posted: 02 July 2006
