Louise Weigel

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Louise Weigel
Full nameLouise E. Weigel Atwill
Born(1912-08-26)August 26, 1912
Buffalo, New York
Died1982 (aged 69–70)
Buffalo, New York
Figure skating career
Country United States

Louise E. Weigel Atwill (August 26, 1912 in Buffalo, New York – December 1982 in Buffalo) was an American figure skater. She competed in the Winter Olympic Games twice and twice won the ladies silver medal at the United States Figure Skating Championships. Her younger sister, Estelle Weigel, also skated in the Olympics.

On October 9, 2018, Louise was inducted into the Greater Buffalo (NY) Sports Hall of Fame along with her sisters, Estelle and Mary.

Results[edit]

Event 1932 1933 1934 1935 1936
Winter Olympics 14th 21st
U.S. Championships 3rd 3rd 2nd 3rd 2nd

References[edit]

  • Sports-Reference.com
  • "Smith brings...". The Buffalo News. October 10, 2018. p. B1.