#092 - When Christie Sausa laced up her skates at the age of eight, little did she know the ice would carve out a path leading her to the heart of Lake Placid, where Olympic dreams shimmer and the spirit of winter sports thrives. Journey with us as Christie, a figure skating and speed skating dynamo, takes us through her life's voyage on the ice - an odyssey that intertwines the grace of pirouettes with the rush of speed skating sprints. She's not just a master of the rink but also a guardian of its history, having penned a comprehensive chronicle of Lake Placid's figure skating legacy, proving that passion can indeed script history.

As the pulse of Lake Placid beats with year-round athletic fervor, Christie's story is a testament to the town's enduring Olympic legacy. She shares her dual roles as president of the skating clubs, fostering a haven for winter sports lovers and nurturing young talent in the frost-kissed arena. Her anecdotes stretch beyond the ice, embracing the town's love for outdoor adventures, revealing a community where the echo of past Olympians inspires the champions of tomorrow. Christie's narrative is one of destiny and serendipity, as every zephyr across Lake Placid's storied rinks whispers of her journey from an enamored tot to a multifaceted ambassador of the ice.

Wrap up your earbuds and embark on a heartwarming sojourn with Christie as we celebrate the confluence of dreams and reality in a town synonymous with winter wonder. Together, we spin stories that inspire others to chase their passions and skate through life's challenges with grace and resilience.

Be sure and follow Christie on Instagram @lakeplacidskater.

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