Dear Puerto Rican Figure Skating community,

     Hello, welcome to the Puerto Rican Figure Skating Federation.  My name is Marisol Brilliant.  I am pleased to inform you that I am the coaches' representative for the Federation.  In 2004, the Federation became a new member of the International Skating Union (ISU).  We are all delighted at the opportunities that this membership offers us.

     The 2005 Skating Season was very fruitful for all Puerto Rican Skaters.  For the first time, Puerto Rico was represented by a skater at multiple international competitions.  Victoria Muniz, your 2005 Puerto Rican National Junior Champion, competed on behalf of the Federation at two Grand Prix events.  Her overall performance was commendable.  Victoria will be representing the Federation at the 2005 Junior World Championships in Slovenia.  This success should motivate your students to train hard and aspire to achieve their wildest skating dreams . . . one of them could be the next champion representing the Federation in future events.

     We are excited by the growth in number of Federation members.  This year's Puerto Rican Nationals in New Jersey promises to be memorable.  We look forward to all eligible members to participate in this year's competition.  As you know, the ISU has implemented a new judging system.  The Federation will be using this judging system at this year's Nationals.  Please make sure that you review this system to prepare your skaters' programs for the competition.  The use of this system worldwide allows us to compare our own skaters and their respective abilities and talents with those of other countries. 

     I am excited to meet you in March, 2006 to answer any questions you may have.  If you have questions before that date, you may contact me at: marisolbrilliant@sbcglobal.net.  

     Good luck to all of you and your skaters!

          Sincerely,

         Marisol Brilliant
         Coaches' Representative