Estelle D. Weigel Schmitt (November 18, 1914 – March 15, 1967) was an American figure skater in ladies singles. Born in Buffalo, New York, she won the bronze medal at the United States Figure Skating Championships in 1934 and competed in the 1936 Winter Olympic Games. Her older sister Louise also skated in the Olympics.

Estelle Weigel
Full nameEstelle D. Weigel Schmitt
Born(1914-11-18)November 18, 1914
Buffalo, New York
DiedMarch 15, 1967(1967-03-15) (aged 52)
Figure skating career
Country United States

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

Results

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Estelle Weigel, Lake Placid, NY, 1934
 
Estelle Weigel, Skating Medals (Front and Back)
Event 1932 1933 1934 1936
U.S. Championships Juniors 2nd 1st
Lake Placid Club - Sno-Birds Competition Seniors 1st
U.S. Championships Seniors 3rd 4th
Winter Olympics 22nd

References

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  • Estelle Weigel's profile at Sports Reference.com
  • Werden, Lincoln A. (March 19, 1933). "Miss Vinson Takes 6th Skating Title". The New York Times. p. S1.
  • "Miss Weigel is Winner". The New York Times. January 13, 1934. p. S10.
  • "Smith brings...". The Buffalo News. October 10, 2018. p. B1.