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Figure Skating News and discussion For The 2013-2014 season
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PostPosted: Thu, 2-Jun-2011 4:45    Post subject: Figure Skating News and discussion For The 2013-2014 season Reply with quote

I thought it would be nice for the gymnastics fans who also enjoy figure skating to have a thread to talk and discuss the upcoming 2011-2012 season.

At the moment it's off season, but I will keep you guys updated with any interesting off seaon news ! While the Russian girls are such a dominant force in rhythmic gymnastics, the same is actually not the case in ladies figure skating. Since Irina Slutskaya left, they been lacking that "it girl", but here is a very nice article talking about the promising up and coming Russian junior skaters and the national team. http://www.ifsmagazine.com/sections/features/articles/474-girl-power-a-russian-uprising

May I introduce you, the new generation of russian skaters.

Polina Agafonova-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lci3_ZXx1zk 2011 Nationals SP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfs7pYlOWwQ 2011 Nationals LP

Polina Shelepen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0_Kc3W_PFc 2011 Worlds SP
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vdh53FwMEAU 2011 Wolds LP

Anna Ovcharova
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6s-c5Jw6MuE 2010 Junior Worlds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG4-txBUiUc&feature=related 2010 Junior Worlds

Adelina Sotnikova ( The current junior grand prix final winner and the current junior world champion )
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQWXYbQ4tcM 2011 Worlds FS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9YpmHXwBC4 2011 Nationals SP

Elizaveta Tuktamysheva ( The current junior grand prix final silver medal winner and the current junior world silver medel winner )she has some ridiculous cool innate quality to her on-ice presence. Of what I can only describe as total 'Russian Ooomph'! It is that inner unique arrogance, sophistication, the hereditary proud little diva attitude (a little bit of Plusheko maybe?) and by far my FAVOURITE russian skater at the moment !
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRs4rNVrb_s 2011 Worlds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-NlAWXpGgk 2011 worlds

In Figure Skating the top 5 ranked skaters at the end of the season they get 50,000 grand each along with the competition money and endorsemtents they earn and skaters ranked 6-10 they get a bonus of 30,000 each. They also have a similar ranking system for the junior skaters. Russian junior figure skaters 13 year old Elizaveta Tuktamysheva and 14 year old Adelina Sotnikova they placed 1 and 2nd at the junior grand prix with Adelina taking first so now only do they get the prize money from competiting on the grand prix series and making it to the final they also get 20,000 each end of the year bonus.


Now may I introduce you to the even younger generation. These girls are on OR are going to be on the Russian junior national team.

Alexandra Deeva
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNgHjGj0qNY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DssxGMhJ8sU

Elena Radionova
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCyYP0501mo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3zsgYaH5Pk

Julia Lipnitskaya ( she use to train in rhythmic gymnastics before becoming a skater.)that might explain her INSANE flexibility ! She's also my favourite of the younger girls.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DlQqRP6jZ4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEF41tCbP3g

Hopefully you enjoy all these extremly talented skaters !
Also here's the competiton schedule for the up and coming season.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2011%E2%80%932012_figure_skating_season.
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PostPosted: Thu, 2-Jun-2011 17:10    Post subject: Reply with quote

Adelina turns senior this year or the next one?? Question
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PostPosted: Thu, 2-Jun-2011 17:56    Post subject: Reply with quote

Julia Lipnitskaya is very lovely. I love her spins.
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PostPosted: Thu, 2-Jun-2011 18:28    Post subject: U.S. Figure Skating Announces 2011-12 Team Envelopes Reply with quote

Here's some news !
Team A

Ladies: Alissa Czisny

Men: Richard Dornbush

Ice Dancing: Madison Chock & Greg Zuerlein, Meryl Davis & Charlie White, Maia Shibutani & Alex Shibutani


Team B

Ladies: Rachael Flatt, Christina Gao, Courtney Hicks, Mirai Nagasu, Ashley Wagner, Agnes Zawadzki

Men: Max Aaron, Jeremy Abbott, Armin Mahbanoozadeh, Ross Miner, Brandon Mroz, Adam Rippon

Pairs: Ashley Cain & Joshua Reagan, Marissa Castelli & Simon Shnapir, Amanda Evora & Mark Ladwig, Mary Beth Marley & Rockne Brubaker

Ice Dancing: Lynn Kriengkrairut & Logan Giulietti-Schmitt, Charlotte Lichtman & Dean Copely


Team C

Ladies: Kiri Baga, Mariah Bell, Melissa Bulanhagui, McKinzie Daniels, Lauren Dinh, Kristiene Gong, Katarina Kulgeyko, Vanessa Lam, Barbie Long, Mary Beth Marley, Hannah Miller, Yasmin Siraj

Men: Alexander Aiken, Jason Brown, Nathan Chen, Steven Evans, Joshua Farris, Keegan Messing, Jordan Moeller, Nix Phengsy, Douglas Razzano, Emmanuel Savary, Alexander Zahradnicek.

Pairs: Madeline Aaron & Max Settlage, Cassie Andrews & Timothy LeDuc, Brynn Carman & A.J. Reiss, Lindsay Davis & Themistocles Leftheris, Gretchen Donlan & Andrew Speroff, Audrey Goldberg & Joseph Dolkiewicz, Chelsea Liu & Devin Perini, Andrea Poapst & Chris Knierim, Tiffany Vise & Don Baldwin

Ice Dancing: Alexandra Aldridge & Daniel Eaton, Lauri Bonacorsi & Travis Mager, Anastasia Cannuscio & Colin McManus, Isabella Cannuscio & Ian Lorello, Kaitlin Hawayek & Michael Bramante, Jessica Mancini & Tyler Brooks, Anastasia Olson & Jordan Cowan, Rachel Parsons & Michael Parsons, Emily Samuelson & Evan Bates, Shannon Wingle & Timothy McKernan, Joylyn Yang & Jean-Luc Baker

http://www.usfsa.org/Story.asp?id=46205&type=media
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PostPosted: Thu, 2-Jun-2011 18:38    Post subject: Reply with quote

Why there are no pairs in the A team? It's weird..
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PostPosted: Thu, 2-Jun-2011 20:57    Post subject: Reply with quote

Crone & Poirier split

http://www.universal...sid=535651.html

Wow. Didn't expect this.
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PostPosted: Fri, 3-Jun-2011 15:52    Post subject: Reply with quote

Tchachinafan wrote:
Adelina turns senior this year or the next one?? Question


If I remember correctly, she can complete in gran prix competition for upcoming season but cannot participate in event like EC or World, same as Mao Asada in 2006 where she won gran prix final but cannot complete in olympic.

FYI - Adelina miss the age eligible rule by only one day, if she was born in American (by the time she was born) she will be able to complete in senior level this season.

Iceprincess#1 wrote:


Julia Lipnitskaya ( she use to train in rhythmic gymnastics before becoming a skater.)that might explain her INSANE flexibility ! She's also my favourite of the younger girls.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DlQqRP6jZ4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEF41tCbP3g

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I always wonder why Julia spin look so RG-lish, this explain my doubt.
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PostPosted: Fri, 3-Jun-2011 17:26    Post subject: Agnes Zawadzki changes coaches; back to Santee Reply with quote

http://www.universalsports.com/news-blogs/article/newsid=535726.html
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PostPosted: Sun, 5-Jun-2011 3:28    Post subject: Reply with quote

Vanessa Crone and Paul Poirier split Sad That makes me sad; they were some of my favourite skaters. As an Ice Dancer myself, I really looked up to them, along with Virtue and Moir.

I'm glad paul says he's going to keep skating. He's the son of my spanish teacher, so maybe I'll find out why they split in class.
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PostPosted: Tue, 7-Jun-2011 17:32    Post subject: Reply with quote

Chock and Zuerlein announce end of partnership
http://www.usfigureskating.org/Story...224&type=media

I had suspected this a few days ago, when Greg had posted about a life change on his facebook. I wish both of them the best.
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PostPosted: Tue, 7-Jun-2011 18:07    Post subject: More Off season news Reply with quote

Florent Amodio to Tom Zakrajsek and Ashley Wagner to John Nicks ?
This is from international figure skating magazine facebook.

"Coaching changes seem to be the name of the game this off-season.

French star Florent Amodio has left Russia and will make Colorado Springs his new training base. He will train with Tom Zakrajsek.

America's Ashley Wagner has left Priscilla Hill and is moving to California to train with John Nicks".

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Intern...g/278550292537
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PostPosted: Wed, 8-Jun-2011 2:36    Post subject: Overview of Next Season Reply with quote

I think next year will really set the tone for Soichi, at least a little bit.

Russian Babies (or RBB; I totally love that BTW!)

Be afraid...be very afraid. These girls aren't playing. To be honest, the JGP was much more interesting than ANYTHING that happened on the senior level. There are a number of good skaters coming up, and not just from Russia...though I'll start with them first.

These girls will make a splash, as early as next season. The three to look for are Adelina Sotnikova, Elizaveta Tuktamisheva (Liza T), and Polina Shelepen.

I'd point to Adelina over the other two, for one crucial reason: her presentation. Whereas some junior skaters look like junior skaters, Adelina does not. There's an ease, maturity and flow to her movements and presentation that sets her apart from the others girls. She'll fit in easily amongst the more mature skaters. Then there's the jumps: she jumps out of the building! Her jumps have amazing height and coverage, and she lands them pretty consistently. She does have a tendency to flutz, which will hurt her a bit, but she can work on that. In terms of the lady I see really mixing things up next year, it's Adelina all the way for me...seriously, if you haven't seen her skate, you need to educate yourself...

Liza T is another one. There was a lot of talk about the 3A she has, though she did not attempt it last season...that doesn't mean she won't in seasons to come though. Liza T lacks the maturity and flow Adelina has, but she skates with a lot of energy, pizazz and spark. Her 3-3 wasn't as consistent last year, but she's more than capable on doing them (3lz-3t) along with 2a-3t. Her jumps don't soar like Adelina's, but she's much stronger in her lutz technique. She's fiery...definitely a diva-in-the-making! And OMG she and Johnny Weir look like sister and brother!

Polina Shelepen is a bit of a wildcard at times. When she's on, she's right up there with the other two; however, I've watched her the past two seasons on the JGP and she's prone to implosions. Still, she has good sized jumps (including a 3lz-3t and 2a-3t) that cover a lot of ice, her spins are probably the best of this trio of Russian ladies, and she has a mature statuesque appearance on the ice--she's listed at 5'5" on Wikipedia. She hit her growth spurt last year, so she seems to have made it past the puberty monster okay. She's not awkward with her height but she lacks the flow and ease of Adelina...in other words, her stroking is still a bit juniorish to me...

On any day, all three of these ladies can challenge for a top 3 finish. I think the technical content that all three pack will really be what shakes the field up. All three have 3lz-3t (Adelina also has a massive 3lz-3lp) and each has 2a-3t. Adelina and Polina have all 5 triples (with occasional edge calls) and Liza too I think; she did a double salchow in combination at Jr. worlds last year...I don't know if she can't do a 3S or she just chose not to include it...Regardless, these ladies will push everyone, if only on the technical mark at first. The only thing against them right now is time (experience and maturity) but once that comes, look out...

Japanese Ladies: New Wave

I don't think Japan's in dire straits in terms of a next big star. There's still plenty of star power to go around. Miki, Mao and Kanako managed to make top 10 at worlds (1st, 6th and 8th respectively) so there's still hope.

You can never count Mao out. I think, more than anything, Mao needs a break. She's gotta be running on fumes at this point. She needs some down time recharge her batteries and refocus. As for Miki, if she sticks to this new formula, she's going to challenge for a top 5 finish every time...I don't know how much longer she will compete, but she appears to be in great shape and could make a run at Soichi if she wanted to. Sadly, Akiko probably will never get her due, but I absolutely adore her skating...

In terms of the newer girls, Kanako is leading the pack. Say what you will, but she had nothing short of an extraordinary debut season. She medaled at both of her GP events (bronze at NHK, gold at SA) and got bronze at the GPF. She came in 3rd at nationals and 1st at the Asian winter games and had a top 10 finish at worlds...that's not too shabby. Her technique does need to be refined, as does her style, but she's in the running right now. We'll have to see how she matures...

Risa Shoji probably will stay junior another year, but she's a lovely skater. She reminds me of Shizuka with a dash of Mao. Lovely flow and softness to her skating. She won gold and silver in her JGP events, 4th at the JGPF and 5th at jr. worlds. With the Big 3 Russians jumping senior next year, along with a few Americans, I think she'll be the one to beat on the JGP next year. She just needs time...Same thing goes for Haruka Imai, Yuki Nishino and Miyabi Oba. None are shining too brightly right now, but there's still hope that one of them will hit a stride in the future...

The American Ladies

The problem with the US these past 5 years hasn't been a lack of good skaters. We have some pretty darn good ones...the issue is none of them has stepped up and grabbed that spot. After having Michelle bowl over challenger after challenger for that top spot for nearly 10 years, it's been weird seeing this group of ladies talk about how much they want to be number one and yet sit by idly, never stepping up and claiming that spot.

Alissa stepped up this year...but she has a lot of improvements to make before she'll be able to compete past that PCS mark. Her spins are gorgeous, but she could easily lose a spot on the podium due to her technical content. Rachael shot herself in the foot this year (or more appropriately, in the tibia ) with how she ended her season. As anyone who watches the sport knows, a large amount of success is based on reputation and good rapport with the judges. Rachael's disastrous showing at worlds could hurt her both internationally and nationally. Ashley seems to slip every time she gets going...I don't know what it is, but given her abilities, I do expect her to be farther along than she is. Her issues are all little problems that she can't seem to get past...it's strange. It's been said time and time again that Mirai is the best all-around skater the US has right now, and I agree. Mirai has shown flashes of brilliance...yet her shining moments are too sporadic for her to get a firm foothold in this climb to the top. If she ever decides to flip on the switch, she'll be a podium threat every time out; the question is when will she flip the switch?

In terms of upcoming talent, the US has some really good options. Agnes Zawadski is a powerhouse jumper who has the ability to really light up the ice. Leaving Tom Z will probably help her (how? IDK, I'm just glad she left him...). Christina Gao has a lot of technical ability and improved a lot in terms of presentation last year...though she still has a bit of a ways to go. I really think these two, with Mirai and Alissa, could help to boost the US in terms of standings and I wouldn't be surprised Agnes or Christina make the world team this year...

Farther down the line, we have Courtney Hicks (good appeal, needs polish and refinement), Amanda Dobbs (sat out with injury toward end of season but talented), Vanessa Lam (lacks height in jumps but promising), and my fav, Yasmin Siraj. Yasmin grabs my eye because of her musicality and expressiveness when she skates. She skates with the music, rather than just to it which is something several of the aforementioned skaters lack and, ultimately, that will set her apart.

Even if the current crop of US ladies fail to step up, I'm sure Agnes and Christina are more than eager to take the reins...and, luckily, there's a lot of talent coming up behind them as well. All in all, I think the US will be alright in the long run.


There's only one person I can point to who really caught my eye on the JGP last season outside of the Russians, Japanese and Americans: Zijun Li of China. She has a lovely lyrical style to her skating and she's decently consistent as well. Gorgeous spins and use of her arms and very good musicality as well. She had the misfortune of being pitted against the Russian powerhouses last year on the JGP and didn't really get an opportunity to shine. I see her as a top contender this year though..


No matter which way you look at it, there's talent all around. Who knows how the landscape will change between now and 2014? I'm sure there will be some reshuffling as skaters come in and others go out, but one thing is for sure: the ladies competition in Soichi will be awesome!
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PostPosted: Thu, 9-Jun-2011 21:21    Post subject: Reply with quote

News about the ISU "ICE" Open Pro-Am series planned for this fall.

What appears to be the official site: http://icechampionship.com/

http://icechampionsh...p/about-us.html

THE ISU AND ICE - A NEW VISION FOR FIGURE SKATING
Annual Series with only the best in the world in figure skating invited to compete.
Allows established, champion skaters an opportunity to compete without losing eligibility status.
Offers skaters attractive prize money and increased international exposure.
Opens new opportunities for building ISU figure skating brand extensions.
Provides new inventory for both TV rights holders and sponsors.
Expands the ISU’s presence in sports through the development and introduction of a “high-profile event,” using a modified ISU scoring and judging system.
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PostPosted: Mon, 13-Jun-2011 13:30    Post subject: Reply with quote

I love figure skating and ice dance too. I started to upload videos about a smaller international competition here: http://www.youtube.com/user/RGOldal
I keep doing it, but it's pretty slow.. There are RG videos as well. Wink I hope you'll enjoy them, even if the quality isn't so perfect.
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PostPosted: Mon, 13-Jun-2011 13:41    Post subject: Reply with quote

I'm surprised about Crone and Poirier too. Sad

I'm really looking forward to the new season. Until that, let's watch videos! I totally love these 2 programmes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTxiBHBHDkg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0TYbAtG8FQ
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