Margie Ackles

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Margie Ackles (born 1939) was an American figure skater, who competed in ice dance with Charles Phillips. The pair won the gold medal at the 1960 U.S. Figure Skating Championships.[1][2]

During her competitive career, Ackles lived in Los Angeles and worked as a secretary for an engineering firm. She and Phillips were coached by William Kipp.[3] Ackles retired from skating after the 1960 season and was engaged to be married shortly afterwards.[4]

Competitive highlights

(with Phillips)

Event 1959 1960
World Championships 4th 4th
U.S. Championships 2nd 1st

References

  1. "Iceman Jenkins Launches Retirement Plan with Win", Sarasota Herald Tribune (AP story) 1 Feb 1960 [1]
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  3. "Meet the U.S. Dance Champions", Skating magazine, May 1960
  4. "People", Skating magazine, June 1960

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