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- Nov 20, 2015
"The squeaky wheel always get the most oil"! Although Ashley did not place in the top three, she is getting the most attention and coverage. There is not much coverage about the three girls that worked so hard to get where they are instead taking it for granted. Ashley is a sore loser and in order for her to go to the Olympics, it means that someone that earned the right to go, has to stay home. Figure Skating is a judged sport and you have to rely on the judges scores. If everyone started to be furious and kick up Old he-- over their scores, it's over for everyone. Ashley is 26 years old and a grown woman, I don't think anybody owes her anything with regards to figure skating. There have been more talented skaters that had to face reality and accept the fact that it's over when it's over. Just saying..
After watching the interview with the three going, I'm not sure that they are ready for the media spotlight. Gracie and Ashley were both well-spoken in interviews, even if Gracie was accused of being an ice princess She was warm and engaging in speaking to the media, and has become more outspoken since Worlds 16. Mirai and Karen tried, but poor Bradie, she's got the skills for skating, but she needs some work on media presentation. And maybe she was just in shock, but she didn't give them anything to work with. There was no charm or charisma. I've heard some posters say she's standoffish, but I don't think she's a snob. I think she's really shy. They need to get some extra media training on her. And really that might help her presentation (mind you I'm wowed by how she came back from injury and climbed to the top of US skating)