Dedication and Joy: My Approach to Elite Sport
I’m Isabella Miel Idos Hazelton, and I am working to represent the future of Filipino figure skaters. To me, figure skating is more than a sport; it is how I can express myself when words fail me.
Going to the Olympics is a massive achievement for anyone, especially those representing tropical nations in the Winter Games. For me, chasing a spot at the 2030 Winter Olympics means that every sacrifice, the financial strain, the injuries, and the mental toll are all worth it for a small chance to inspire the next generation of Filipino athletes, both homegrown in the Philippines and overseas, to pursue their dreams.
I currently proudly train at the Ice Palace Figure Skating Club in Edmonton. Without the financial resources of many of my international peers, I have had to prove my grit and determination with limited training resources. Despite this, I was able to capture the 2024 Philippine National Junior Championship, the 2025 Junior Silver Medal, and maintained the highest international score for a Philippine junior woman in the 2025-2026 season.
With the 2026-2027 competitive season now underway, my immediate focus is on qualifying for the ISU Junior World Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria this February. Competing at Junior Worlds isn’t just a personal milestone; it would increase the entry quota for the Philippines for the 2027 ISU Junior Grand Prix, opening up critical international opportunities for the rising junior athletes coming up behind me.
Consistent Improvement on the Ice
My journey is defined by measurable, steady development. Since making my international debut at the 2024 Cranberry Cup with a score of 74.12, I have consistently pushed my competitive limits. At the Philippine National Championships, I progressed from a 70.71 in 2023, to a 90.82 in 2024 to win the Junior National title, and climbed to a domestic personal best of 98.98 in 2025. This steady upward climb culminated in my recent international personal best of 95.81 at the Denver Cup.
Rapid Technical Development
This score progression reflects a rapid acceleration in my technical difficulty. Despite training on a fraction of the ice time of my international peers, I have successfully integrated multiple triple jumps into my programs. My training highlights include landing triple salchow/triple toe loop combination in training, proving that my technical ceiling is incredibly high as my training volume begins to match my potential.
This season can be a breakout season with your support.
Beyond my own scores, I am dedicated to sharing this journey with others. I am progressing through my Skate Canada coaching pathway and had the privilege of working alongside the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation to deliver the CanSkate at School program, introducing local students, many of whom are new immigrants skating for the very first time, to the joy of figure skating. My path has also allowed me to mentor and inspire other young athletes. I have already inspired three local skaters in Edmonton of Filipino heritage to consider representing the Philippines, proving to the next generation that they can look to their heritage for unique opportunities to succeed and proudly claim their space on the world stage.
Unlocking My Potential
To compete with the absolute best in the world, an athlete needs a world-class training environment. Currently, my training is operating on a fraction of the resources of my international peers; my coaching hours are limited, my off-ice strength training is minimal, and I only see support practitioners, like physiotherapists, when I am already injured.
How Your Sponsorship Changes the Game
By sponsoring my journey, your business is not just helping me travel to competitions. You are directly funding the daily, high-performance training foundation required to match my international peers. Your backing will directly unlock:
- Increased On-Ice Training Time: Providing the vital hours on the ice required to build consistency, refine programs, and skate at a truly competitive volume.
- Critical Coaching Time: Increasing my focused, one-on-one time with my coaching team to accelerate my technical development.
- Specialized Off-Ice Training: Dedicated strength, conditioning, and flexibility programs built specifically for elite figure skaters.
- Preventative Sports Therapy: Regular physiotherapy and massage to keep my body healthy, strong, and injury-free.
- Expanded International Competition Opportunities: Ensuring I can travel to the key global events required to meet minimum technical scores and earn world-ranking points.
- Seamless Travel Focus: Allowing my team to shift our focus entirely away from travel expense stress and place all of our energy directly into preparation.
Together, we can bridge the gap between potential and podium.
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