The Best Skating Parents:
Behind every successful figure skater, there are usually very supportive and loving parents. Scott Cramer's parents are an example of the best parents a figure skater can have.
The Cramers Sacrificed Much:
The Cramers sacrificed much for their son's figure skating. Scott's family was very supportive both financially and motivationally. Annette Cramer moved to Colorado Springs with Scott when he came to the Broadmoor Skating Club in 1975. Dr. Lester Cramer did not join her until he moved his medical practice to Colorado Springs in 1978.
Dr. Lester Cramer - Figure Skating Official:
Dr. Lester Cramer is a U.S. Figure Skating National Judge and Referee in singles, pairs, and dance. He has served as the United States Figure Skating Team Physician for three world figure skating championships and two junior world championships.
Dr. Cramer's U.S.O.C. Contribution:
Dr. Cramer organized and pioneered the Sports Science Camps that were started in the 1980s by the United States Olympic Committee.
Annette Cramer:
Scott's mother, Annette, passed away in August of 2003. She was a very talented woman. She is most remembered for her work as an artist. One of her most famous pieces was of the Broadmoor World Arena. Her art helped support the family throughout Dr. Cramer's training in medical school and his early days as a physician. Dr. and Mrs. Cramer were married for fifty-two years.
Annette Cramer Skating Judge and Skater:
Mrs. Cramer competed in Veterans Ice Dancing with Oscar Iobst and was also a figure skating judge. When the family lived on the east coast, Dr. and Mrs. Cramer were both very active adult ice dancers.
