2008 News
Midwestern Sectionals
Congratulations to Parker for winning Midwestern Sectionals in Sugar Land, TX! He earned 64.70 on his short program and 27.84 for his free skate, for a combined total of 192.54.
Eastern Regionals
Congratulations to Parker on winning the 2009 Eastern Great Lakes Regionals!
Parker's Move
Parker has returned to Cleveland, Ohio to train with coach Carol Heiss Jenkins and Roberta Mitchell. He is planning on attending Baldwin-College part-time this fall.
Parker's Ice Show Raises over $20,000 for the MDA
Parker's Skate for Life ice show to benefit those afflicted with Muscular Dystrophy raised over $20,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Parker produced and directed the fundraiser, which was held in Newington, Connecticut on April 12th. Special guests included Emily Hughes, Dan Hollander, Tommy Steenburg, Stephanie Rosenthal, and Colin Pennington. Skaters from six different states participated in the event, including those with family members afflicted with MD.
The show was especially meaningful to Parker as his father has been diagnosed with MD. Parker dedicated his performance to his father before skating. “It was my most emotional performance ever,” said Parker. “I totally skated from the heart and the freedom it gave me was out of this world. I hope that through my skating I was able to connect and touch others,” he continued.
“All in all, it was a huge success,” Parker stated. “The way everyone united for the cause was just an incredible thing to witness and be a part of.”
Parker Hosts Ice Show to Benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association
Parker is organizing an ice show called Skate for Life! to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Skate for Life! takes place on April 12th from 7 to 9 pm at the Newington Arena in Newington, CT and will feature both Parker and his brother, Colin Pennginton, as well as Emily Hughes, Dan Hollander, and others. A silent auction will be held in the lobby. Putting on this show is an act of love for Parker as his father has been diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy. Visit the Newington Arena for directions.
Parker finishes 11th at the 2008 Nationals
Parker finished in 10th place after his short program with a combined technical and component score of 65.32. He finished the free skate with a score of 123.50, giving him a combined score of 188.82 and placing him 11th overall.