{"id":145983,"date":"2026-02-26T11:51:13","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T11:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/145983\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T11:51:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T11:51:13","slug":"figure-skating-in-harlem-to-attend-emmy-awards-after-nomination","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/145983\/","title":{"rendered":"Figure Skating in Harlem to attend Emmy Awards after nomination"},"content":{"rendered":"

Celebrating a landmark moment for representation and youth empowerment, Figure Skating in Harlem<\/a> has been nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Informational Program for the organization\u2019s role in the Disney+ docuseries \u201cHarlem Ice<\/a>.\u201d This recognition shines a spotlight on the achievements and stories of young women of color in a sport where they are historically under-represented, reinforcing the importance of visibility and opportunity in youth development.<\/p>\n

Figure Skating in Harlem, featured in last year\u2019s popular five-episode series directed by Samantha Knowles and executive produced by Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Sara Bernstein, Meredith Kaulfers, Justin Wilkes, Geeta Gandbhir, and Robin Roberts, will attend and present at the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 4th Annual Children & Family Emmy Awards on Sunday, March 1, and Monday, March 2, at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Two of the docuseries stars, seniors at Figure Skating in Harlem, will also present another award at the ceremony, recognizing excellence in children\u2019s and family programming.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur excitement has been through the roof since learning of the nomination,\u201d said Jazz (Jasmine) Reed-Cordero, director of communications and development at Figure Skating in Harlem. \u201cIt is amazing to see \u2018Harlem Ice\u2019 recognized at that level, affirming our students that their stories matter \u2014 that their hard work, resilience, and excellence are worthy of national recognition.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reed-Cordero said the Harlem skaters were extremely excited to be invited to the Emmy Awards to attend and present.<\/p>\n

\"\"(L\u2013R): Sharon Cohen, founder, Figure Skating in Harlem; director Samantha Knowles; stars of \u201cHarlem Ice,\u201d Coach Ila Epperson. (Photo courtesy of Derrick Udo Salters\/Figure Skating in Harlem)<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s one thing to be nominated. It\u2019s another to be invited into the room as contributors to an impactful night,\u201d she said. \u201cOur two seniors [Tori and Adrianna] are gaining another unique experience embedded in our mission of sisterhood and youth development. That\u2019s what I love about Figure Skating in Harlem. Whether it\u2019s an experience like our recent cultural exchange trip to South Africa or this moment during the Emmy nominations, our students in many ways are learning how to stand on stages like this; representing themselves, the need for equity in figure skating, and the mission of Figure Skating in Harlem.\u201d<\/p>\n

When asked about the impact Harlem Ice has had on the nearly three-decades-old nonprofit, Reed-Cordero pointed to the meaningful growth, reach, and inspiration the series has brought. She shared key milestones and numbers to highlight the transformation shaped by the Emmy-nominated program.<\/p>\n

\u201cHarlem Ice has amplified our mission beyond the rink and into living rooms across the country,\u201d Reed-Cordero said. \u201cThe series gave audiences a genuine look at our holistic model \u2014 how we successfully combine athletic training with academic enrichment, leadership development, and sisterhood. We have served 1,500 alumni in nearly 30 years, with our alumni working across all fields, including tech, finance, banking, entertainment, and entrepreneurship, but most importantly, it shows Harlem girls in their journey to greatness. They can look back and see their own strength, discipline, and courage captured onscreen. And another little girl will see them on screen and think, \u2018I can be like that, too.\u2019 That kind of affirmation is lasting.\u201d\u200b<\/p>\n

To learn more about Figure Skating in Harlem, visit figureskatinginharlem.org<\/a>, stream \u201cHarlem Ice\u201d to experience the inspiring journey of the Harlem skaters, and consider donating to help expand opportunities for more girls to ensure that every young woman has the chance to shine \u2014 on and off the ice.<\/p>\n

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