Spotlight on Sports Model Search National Top 10 Winner Stephanie-Jill of the New York Islanders

In March 2012, Angela King Designs named the National Top 10 winners of its first Sports Model Search. Over 200 applicants submitted photos, applications and videos to be considered for prizes and glory within the cheerleading and dance industry. One of those fine ladies was Stephanie Jill, a representative of the New York Islanders NHL Ice Girls.

We caught up with Stephanie this fall, just about 6 months since she was named to the AKD National Top 10. Stephanie celebrated her last year with the NHL and has been busy busy busy! She says, "Great things do continue after you retire as a cheerleader. (Even though I'm so sad and miss everyone). I am excited to share that glow with others."

One of Stephanie's major projects has been forming Glitz Entertainment, a New York City-based talent network of ice dancers and brand ambassadors. Glitz Girls appear at many charity events including Men Love Pink at Bounce Sporting Club, Rock Asylum - a music program in schools, and Orange Event for Parkinsons. Her Glitz Boutique offers crystallized gloves and skating tee-shirts for sale at competitions.

Some of her favorite projects are Glitz Fitness events, which are aimed to educate children to be committed to a healthy lifestyle. "As a former health and PE teacher, my passion is to teach children," says Stephanie, "and what better way to do it then through education especially when healthcare is becoming a huge concern."

Not only did Stephanie wear AKD as an Islander Ice Girl, she earned $150.00 in Go Wild! credit through her Top 10 model search placement, so she chose to outfit her Glitz girls in the brand she trusted! Stephanie's girls truly glow in these neon pink logo sets. The girls also have a similar set in silver metallic!

Thanks to Stephanie-Jill for joining us and be sure to watch for the 2013 AKD Model Search - It could be you!