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No, I don't recall seeing any edge call for his lutz, at least in in recent years. That said, his flip is such a beautiful jump - I've always felt like it was his easiest, most comfortable jump. Back in the days when he was still attempting quads, first toe then salchow, I wondered if he might...

This strikes me as yet another form of victim blaming.

What a fantastic choice for Jason. Reel Around the Sun indeed!

Ilia's been working really hard to improve what we look for when traditionally talking about artistry in skating, such as posture, smoother edging, extension, gaining speed and power more effortlessly, which Nathan was able to do very well at his best, but he has a unique artistry - modern way...

My AppleWatch is still recovering from the noise level in the TD Garden when Alysa finished her lp (and when the scores came up), including my personal contribution to it. :D

Not news (sorry) but I think this is as good a place as any to give a huge 2024/25 season shoutout for the work Massimo Scali did this season. :cheer: Not only incredible work with Alysa - she's been slaying with that sp all season but once her tech caught up with the program, we all saw at...

I didn't know either, it's a great essay.

I can't stop watching Jason's worlds lp - I'm so glad I had the chance to see this in person. Fan cam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3LPBKPy4E0 I love that you can see Tracy's reactions throughout the performance, especially in the final 2 spins where you can see her reacting each time he...

I’ve loved him since he was a junior and this lp is the first time I’ve ever seen Jason compete live. I’m so grateful I had a chance to see that sublime performance in person. After all the problems this year, he delivered everything he’s capable of and what I’ve always loved him for. ❤️ My...

If Elyce works really hard, she could be the pairs world champion in 2049! Seriously, congrats to her! She skated 2 excellent programs, what a great way to end the season. Hopefully she'll bring a lot of confidence into next year and do what she's capable of in senior competition..

Why would someone feel the need to troll a thread that’s in remembrance of Dick Button? Wtf Like we need that right now

RIP to a great, great champion who (as Uncle Dick) brought his joy and love for this sport right into my home and my heart from my first memory of watching skating. He’s a big reason I fell in love with skating. A true legend.

Horrific, heartbreaking tragedy.

I, for one (probably), am thrilled. I hope the monitoring goes well, and he can be there. I’ve never seen him skate live and I’m going to Boston.

I'm not particularly sold on her skating, but I'll go on the record saying she's improved a LOT in the past couple of years. I saw her compete junior in a couple of local competitions 2-3 years ago and I absolutely did not peg her as someone who would be competitive the Sr GP in the near future...