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Skater Seeks $25K for Olympics & Family Reunion
16 Jan
Summary
- Figure skater Kolesnik launched a GoFundMe to raise $25,000.
- He hopes to bring his family from Ukraine to watch him compete.
- Kolesnik and partner Zingas will represent the United States at the Olympics.
Figure skater Kolesnik, who qualified for the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, has initiated a GoFundMe to raise $25,000. The funds are earmarked for essential elite-level training costs, including coaching, ice time, and competition expenses. This endeavor also carries a profound personal mission for Kolesnik: to bring his family from Ukraine to attend the Games.
Born in Ukraine, Kolesnik expressed his deep desire for his family to be present in the stands, a reunion made more poignant by the ongoing hardships in his homeland. He and his 23-year-old partner, Emilea Zingas, have dedicated years to their sport, recently securing silver medals at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Their successful performance led to their selection for the United States Olympic team.
Kolesnik views representing the U.S. at the Olympics as a lifelong dream, particularly after moving to the country at age 15. The ice dancing competition is scheduled to commence on February 6, 2026. He extended gratitude to his supporters, emphasizing that every contribution helps him focus on his athletic goals and honor both his country of origin and the nation he now represents.
