22 Memorable Performances from 2018-19 US Sectionals

I love watching Sectionals. For the most part, the second round of American national qualifying events presents a lower level of skating than a major international competition, but that’s part of the fun. Many of the athletes will consider their season a success if they secure a spot at Nationals – and some are shocked… Continue reading 22 Memorable Performances from 2018-19 US Sectionals

US National Championships Men’s SP: I Love Everyone in This Rink

It is a testament to the well-oiled scheduling machine of USFSA that this is my first opportunity to blog from San Jose. I’ve been at Nationals since Monday night, but my enthusiasm for junior-level free skates – and my desire to spend any remaining stretches of unstructured time with friends who live in the area… Continue reading US National Championships Men’s SP: I Love Everyone in This Rink

Summer Skating: Men’s Roundup

The summer skating deluge continues, and like everyone else, I’m not remotely caught up. Canada held a series of summer regional meets, with most of the country’s top athletes showing up at one or more. There was a significant club competition in the United States every weekend from mid-July through mid-August. The season’s first senior… Continue reading Summer Skating: Men’s Roundup

2017 US Nationals Field Guide: Championship Men Part 2

2017 Nationals have begun! While juvenile and intermediate champions earn the first medals of the year, I’m hustling to finish guides to the top-level skaters who will compete next weekend. Since there are 21 men in this year’s senior field, I’ve split my men’s field guide into two posts. The first half of the alphabet is over… Continue reading 2017 US Nationals Field Guide: Championship Men Part 2