U.S. Women [#1]: The Contenders Unmask Themselves

[Frau Muller]

I’m really looking forward to Mia Kalin’s JGP debut this coming week, at Kosice, Svk. She seems to be the US woman most ready to attempt the ultra-C moves, since pre-puberty Alysa Liu. Maybe it’s fortunate that she’ll be the first one this season to compete against jr Russians. Wishing Mia & other US lady there, Ava Marie Ziegler, the best!

 

[Sylvia]

Not yet confirmed officially, but it looks like Mariah has a new SP and brought back the FS she didn't get to skate at 2020 Worlds.

From one of the National Development Camp skaters who watched Champs Camp practices on Saturday: https://twitter.com/Jacobskatee/status/1431687940225355776

mariahs SP to river flows in you fits her SO WELL. she looks so mature and comfortable with it.

(I assume he means the piano piece by Yiruma.)

He also tweeted: "don't quote me on this but I could've sworn I heard them play HALLELUJAH for a quick second"

 

[Wyliefan]

If Mariah has ditched those programs we saw at Cranberry, that's proof positive that there is a God.

 

[Vagabond]

If Mariah has ditched those programs we saw at Cranberry, that's proof positive that there is a God.

Hence, playing Hallelujah.

 

[Stephanie]

Alysa Liu will go to Nebelhorn to try and get the 3rd Olympic spot (as expected): https://usfigureskatingfanzone.com/...tes-to-send-liu-zhou-to-nebelhorn-trophy.aspx

 

[Marco]

He also tweeted: "don't quote me on this but I could've sworn I heard them play HALLELUJAH for a quick second"

I would be delighted if that happens. That was her most consistent season and I think the music gave her the energy and focus for that to happen.

 

[Sasha'sSpins]

Alysa Liu will go to Nebelhorn to try and get the 3rd Olympic spot (as expected): https://usfigureskatingfanzone.com/...tes-to-send-liu-zhou-to-nebelhorn-trophy.aspx

YAY! Go Alysa (and Vincent too!). ⛸⛸⛸

 

[AxelAnnie]

YAY! Go Alysa (and Vincent too!). ⛸⛸⛸

Wow! That is a lot on those tiny shoulders.

 

[Coco]

I sincerely hope they send alternates to Nebelhorn.

 

[Stephanie]

USFS article on Mia Kalin : https://usfigureskatingfanzone.com/...junior-grand-prix-debut-with-quad-in-tow.aspx

 

[Marco]

I am glad the very youngsters are now being given a chance to compete (instead of sending the not-yet-aged-out top seniors like many years ago). Levito's jumping technique does need some work though.

 

[clairecloutier]

A Mia Kalin profile from @Jayar:

Mia Kalin Readies for Junior Grand Prix Debut with Quad in Tow - U.S. Figure Skating Fan Zone

It has been an eventful summer for 13-year-old Mia Kalin. The Oakland, California, native has competed four times already this season, making good use of the in-person,

usfigureskatingfanzone.com

 

[Coco]

Found this fascinating 2014(??) interview with her coach, Vadim Shebeco

Interview With Vadim Shebeco

Interview with Russian figure skater and Ice Capades star Vadim Shebeco

skateguard1.blogspot.com

 

[Sylvia]

Credit to @natsulian who was the first to post on FSU about Mia Kalin in April 2019 in a previous U.S. Ladies thread (scroll up for the full post #79; link to my reply is here): https://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/th...ll-boots-and-camel.105458/page-3#post-5569795
(Tinami Amori was also one of the first to notice the skating of both Mia and Isabeau Levito - Tinami would have enjoyed seeing them both debut on the JGP this season. )

Isabeau Levito is USFS' latest Skater Spotlight (Sept. 1):

'A ball of fire' | U.S. Figure Skating

www.usfigureskating.org

 

[Stephanie]

Bradie is now listed as WD from the US Int'l Classic in Norwood. I hope it's nothing serious and/or just strategic season planning.

ETA: per the USFS international assignments page

 

[Sasha'sSpins]

Bradie is now listed as WD from the US Int'l Classic in Norwood. I hope it's nothing serious and/or just strategic season planning.

ETA: per the USFS international assignments page

Oh dear - isn't this her second withdrawal? Wasn't she also going to the Cranberry International or am I thinking about someone else?

 

[Karen-W]

Oh dear - isn't this her second withdrawal? Wasn't she also going to the Cranberry International or am I thinking about someone else?

She did withdraw from Cranberry Cup. I doubt it's anything major - H/B are now also listed as withdrawn from US Classic so my guess is there is some re-shuffling of senior B assignments going on.

 

[sk9tingfan]

She did withdraw from Cranberry Cup. I doubt it's anything major - H/B are now also listed as withdrawn from US Classic so my guess is there is some re-shuffling of senior B assignments going on.

That's interesting. I wonder what type of feedback she got on her programs at Champs Camp. There are so many variables at play right now. Nothing is simple.

 

[AngieNikodinovLove (ANL)]

I just have to say (Ive been feeling sentimental lately) and watching old vids on the tubes...

Nicole Bobek's SP at 2005 Worlds....WOWZA!!!!!! Her power, extension, flexibility, musicality right to her fingertips.... BEST she ever did! I love it...(Where in UK was Worlds? Manchester?)

Nicole Bobek (USA) - 1995 World Figure Skating Championships, Ladies' Short Program

Birmingham, England, GREAT BRITAIN - 1995 World Figure Skating Championships, Ladies' Short Program - First, a profile on Nicole Bobek of the United States, ...

www.youtube.com

I APPRECIATE the fluff piece at the beginning which also talks about her Mom, Jana, who was a figure skater as well in Czechoslovakia and then how the tanks went through in 1968. Her mom, Jana, was usually present at most of her meets.

Added later: Oh, it was Birmingham.

This SP is PURE entertainment....such joy... and that double axel!!!!!!

Her spirals are even more stunning than say Sasha who was magnificent...I dont know why but Nicole's has even more presence!!!

 

[Sylvia]

ANL, perhaps you can bump up this Nicole Bobek thread here? https://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/threads/nicole-bobek.108015/
ETA - thanks for re-posting in that thread, ANL: https://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/threads/nicole-bobek.108015/page-3#post-6047287

Nebelhorn Trophy entries are published and Mariah and Audrey are the listed alternates for Alysa.

On Ice Perspectives' latest video contains excerpts of Audrey Shin's free skate to Moonlight Sonata: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7YS7ABQWhk

 

[AngieNikodinovLove (ANL)]

ANL, perhaps you can bump up this Nicole Bobek thread here? https://www.fsuniverse.net/forum/threads/nicole-bobek.108015/

LOL, I know.... I was feeling sentimental the past few days and needed to get my Nicole love fully out, lol... even though we are discussing modern USA ladies here.

I was also watching full on Shizuka Arakawa videos too but I wont derail the USA thread!

 

[AngieNikodinovLove (ANL)]

and Audrey are the listed alternates for Alysa.

I take it Amber's injury is a bit more serious than we think?

 

[Sylvia]

I wouldn't be too concerned. Looks like the next 2 U.S. women's (and men's) finishers at Cranberry Cup were listed as the Nebelhorn alternates.

 

[Caffeinatedkmc]

I have to say Bradie’s withdrawal is a little concerning to me. I know that things change around, but this is her third withdrawal (Peggy Fleming, cranberry, now this). Hoping it’s just that her programs needed adjustment and not an injury.

I had actually thought about going to the international classic, but with Bradie and H/B out, I’m not so sure. There are other people I still want to see, but with my own injury, I’m not sure it’s worth the hassle.

 

[karmena]

I just have to say (Ive been feeling sentimental lately) and watching old vids on the tubes...

Nicole Bobek's SP at 2005 Worlds....WOWZA!!!!!! Her power, extension, flexibility, musicality right to her fingertips.... BEST she ever did! I love it...(Where in UK was Worlds? Manchester?)

Nicole Bobek (USA) - 1995 World Figure Skating Championships, Ladies' Short Program

Birmingham, England, GREAT BRITAIN - 1995 World Figure Skating Championships, Ladies' Short Program - First, a profile on Nicole Bobek of the United States, ...

www.youtube.com

I APPRECIATE the fluff piece at the beginning which also talks about her Mom, Jana, who was a figure skater as well in Czechoslovakia and then how the tanks went through in 1968. Her mom, Jana, was usually present at most of her meets.

Added later: Oh, it was Birmingham.

This SP is PURE entertainment....such joy... and that double axel!!!!!!

Her spirals are even more stunning than say Sasha who was magnificent...I dont know why but Nicole's has even more presence!!!

I do member that skate, too. It truly was captivating.. A pure talent and charisma. Unfortunately, truly talented ones usually need someone who is able to give them, as to say, a background; who helps to keep them grounded "on earth"... hard workers and with an average talent most of the time go further than talented ones...

 

[Marco]

I have to say Bradie’s withdrawal is a little concerning to me. I know that things change around, but this is her third withdrawal (Peggy Fleming, cranberry, now this). Hoping it’s just that her programs needed adjustment and not an injury.

Isn't she still coached by Tom? When was the last time Tom cared about programs being ready before throwing them out?! But given his history of forcing his students to compete while injured, I am guessing Bradie's issues might be more serious than their team would let the public know.

 

[Coco]

Or maybe she's waiting until she has a triple axle to compete?

 

[layman]

USFS article on Mia Kalin : https://usfigureskatingfanzone.com/...junior-grand-prix-debut-with-quad-in-tow.aspx

Mia got a lot of carrots in the SP in Kosice and is in 10th place. I just saw the protocols and have not yet seen the actual performance.

Here it is:

Mia Kalin USA |WOMEN SHORT PROGRAM | Kosice Week 3 – 2021 #JGPFigure

Visit https://isu.org/JuniorGrandPrix for more information on the ISU Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating.Courchevel, France - August 18 to 21Courchevel, Fra...

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[Coco]

Juniors have to do the 3f, right? Her lutz and flip look an awful lot alike

 

[Sylvia]

Trivia that I've posted before on FSU: Ava Ziegler's mom, one of her 3 listed coaches, competed at 3 U.S. Nationals in Senior as Patricia (Tricia) Mansfield - 1994, 5th in 1995 & 2002 at the age of 28.

Ava skated very well yesterday and is in 6th after the SP in Kosice (60.03):

Ava Marie Ziegler USA | WOMEN SHORT PROGRAM | Kosice Week 3 – 2021 #JGPFigure

Visit https://isu.org/JuniorGrandPrix for more information on the ISU Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating.Courchevel, France - August 18 to 21Courchevel, Fra...

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