08/12/2010 - Farewell to Coaches Meredith and Marina Thursday, 12 August The National Blades would like to wish God-speed and fond farewell to Coach Meredith and Coach Marina as they embark on new skating adventures in their new homes. Coach Marina has moved with her husband and son to sunny Florida. Coach Meredith will be determined on a new adventure, which has yet to be determined, as her husband leaves the Military for civilian life. You worked very hard for us, and we will miss the both of you more than words can express, We want you to know that you will always be a part of our team family. We love you!
	02/18/2010 - 2010 Reflections Synchro Invitational Results Sunday, 14 February Once again all of the National Blades Synchro Teams put on a fabulous competition at the 2010 Reflections Synchro Invitational. Four of our five teams were awarded medals at this competition. The Beginner Team receives special recognition as being the most consistent team this year with two 1st place medals and one second place medal; stellar job skaters and Coach Meredith. For most of the teams, this was the last competition for the 2009-2010 season, a season that has proved to be one of the best for the National Blades. Team Video and photos have been posted. A very special THANK YOU goes out to the Richmond Twizzlers Synchro Team. At the competition, they displayed a huge hand made banner encouraging our teams to keep on skating even though our ice rink collapsed during the snow storm. The banner included individually signed best wishes from the team, check out the photos. This kind gesture really shows that the Synchro community is a tight group of families.
	02/01/2010 - 2010 Eastern Sectional Synchro Skating Championship Results Thursday -Friday, 28-29 January Four of the National Blade teams competed at the Eastern Sectional Championship. The judging was more critical than at the Colonial's just two weeks ago. A round of applause goes out to the Open Juvenile, Pre-Juvenile and Preliminary teams for qualifying for the second round of competition, great job ladies. There was only one round of competition for the Intermediate team and even after loosing a point for "too much ice", they were awarded ninth place out of eighteen teams. Be sure to thank Coaches Teresa and Laurie as together they handled the competition and practices for all four teams during the two day affair, talk about long hours. Although no medals were received, team spirit, friendship and the competition excitement made this trip well worth the effort. Team Video and photos have been posted.
	01/13/2010 - 2010 Colonial Classic Results Friday-Saturday, 8-9 January All five National Blade teams participated in this years Colonial Classic. The judging was critical and the competition was strong but for the first time ever, the Nation Blades took two medals at the Colonials. All teams put on a stellar performance. Extra congratulations goes to the Beginner Team for earning 2nd place and the Intermediate team for earning 4th place medals. Team Video and photos have been posted.
	12/23/2009 - 2009 Holiday Show Monday, 21 December Although the weather postponed the Holiday Show one day, the turnout was fantastic (approximately 250 folks)! All skaters put on a nice show especially our Synchro Teams. The cookie plates and raffle baskets added a festive touch to the occasion and together with the video sales netted the teams approximately $800. Admission food and money (approximately $600) was donated to SERV food pantry. Team Video and photos have been posted.
	12/1/2009 - Mountain State Synchro Results Sunday, 21 November National Blades rock the Mountain State Synchro competition with stellar performances. All five teams put on awesome shows and the judges agreed awarding the Blades 4 gold medals and a bronze medal. First competition jitters were soon turned into shrieks of joy. Way to go NBSS teams! Team Video and photos have been posted.
	11/8/2009 - Dress rehearsal and team pictures Sunday, 8 November Dress rehearsal and team pictures will be occurring on Sunday, 15 Nov. Teams are requested to have hair in show ready style and to arrive early. Please contact your Team Mom/Manager for your teams exact schedule.
	10/31/2009 - Preparation for Mountain State Synchro Competition Sunday, 18 October Teams participating in the Colonials Competition in Lowell Mass., scheduled for 7-10 Jan 2010 are reminded that this competition will be here before you know it. Hotel information was provided to you in an email sent out late last week, please be sure to make your reservation soon. All team members must arrive no later than Thursday evening 7 Jan. There is an option for a team bus, if 50 folks sign up and pay the $125 per person fee by 1 December 2009. Also air fare from BWI to Boston Logan Airport is currently running $99 including tax on Tran-Air for those who wish to fly.
	10/18/2009 - Preparation for Colonials Competition Sunday, 18 October Teams participating in the Colonials Competition in Lowell Mass., scheduled for 7-10 Jan 2010 are reminded that this competition will be here before you know it. Hotel information was provided to you in an email sent out late last week, please be sure to make your reservation soon. All team members must arrive no later than Thursday evening 7 Jan. There is an option for a team bus, if 50 folks sign up and pay the $125 per person fee by 1 December 2009. Also air fare from BWI to Boston Logan Airport is currently running $99 including tax on Tran-Air for those who wish to fly.
	10/17/2009 - Intermediate Team Pictures Friday, 16 October Intermediate team pictures will be taken prior to practice on Sunday 18 October. All Intermediate team members should be at the rink this Sunday, no later than 4:30. Attire is your red practice shirts and black pants. Girls are expected to have your hair slicked back in a very neat pony tail, no fly-aways.
	10/17/2009 - New National Blades Fund Raiser Thursday, 15 October Bev Gibson, mother of a new beginner team member, is starting a team fund-raising program called "Scrip". The program runs year round, and has the potential to make a fair amount of money for the National Blades. Please review the linked letter of explanation, the fund-raising brochure, the order form and percentages we can earn. For more information go to glscrip.com which lists available script cards and denominations. To place orders, fill in the linked order form, give the form with payments to Bev on Mondays 6:30-7:30pm or Wednesdays 5:40-7:40pm at the skate rink or to Teresa. Orders will be filled every two to four weeks, depending on participation. A method for families to order online will be established in the near future. Bev can be reached via email at geejandk@msn.com for more information.