One simple resolution: Assign and pay the judges independently and do not let Fed send judges to competitions.
Satoko:
Yes, her face and body movements all look so light and feathery. I recall that when Yuna was asked about her choreography "lark ascending", her answer was that it was very challenging to move your arms all the time cause you are supposed to be a bird. I appreciate Satoko's sensible and considerate approach to the choreography and her ability to execute as she desires.
Yep, she would be a Choreographer's dream
I cannot think of anyone who can skate like her. And program suits her like a glove.
Her 3T was not as clean as anyone wants, but it is hard to call underrotated. I re-watched slow-mo like 10 times. I think it was on the borderline in the worst case.
Katelyn:
:thumbsup:
Who would not love her after that performance?
Her comeback this year is just mind blowing. Her FS is still in the making (hope we can see better version tomorrow though) Her Coach Ravi Walia deserves a nobel prize of skating. He supported her hard days, stabilized her wild huge jumps including the massive 3F3T, and found a brilliant choreographer for Katelyn. He had a vision for Katelyn even in the early days; her programs were extremely difficult and packed with transitions. Does he coach other skaters, too?
Maria:
Maria had a visually tight landings on 2A, but her 3F was on the borderline in the worst case. Anyways her 3Lz in the combo jump is so high and covers so much ice.Her presentation has improved since the NHK. I think she is channeling Pogo a little bit. Fierce and strong style of skating suits the tone of the music. I think she is breaking out of a shell. Her dress is beautiful resembling the butterfly, the music she is skating to.
Anna:
Pogo has been through alot. I am glad she's gotten stronger and there is other person in the KnC she can rely on.
:agree:
She was almost tripped on the ice. I was worried if she pulled a muscle in the back. The crowd cheered for her and she kept her cool, putting a smile on her face, waiting for the music to start gracefully. IMO, she felt the pain on her first spin after 3Lz3T combo. She did not let others see her weakness during the performance. But something was not right with her; She turned out of a 3lo; a 2A was clean but did not have the usual Pogo power. She hold a haircut position long and somewhat determined to change it to Biellman position. I don't know. I can be over sensitive... I hope she is in a better condition tomorrow. What she did after that shaky incident was admirable. I think the impact were only minimal and she copped very very well. She thanked to the crowed as leaving the ice.
Elena
LOL. Yes she has a super human will power. She is selling the program on the stsq. But has her SS been regressed? It looked rough around edges...
Evgenia
I am curious what does TAT compliment about Medvedeva? Does she mention her choreography, or her skating skills?
This should be the sane mindset to understand the results.
I tried very hard to understand judge's PCS and GOEs. But I think I missed a memo when it comes to how they judged Evgenia compared to Katelyn. Would it change their mind if they saw E and K skate back to back?
I just enjoy reading posters trailblazing their career in choreography. I see lots of potential here.The ideas are unlimited!!
Okay this is too ...
Like Christmas you are Vladimir, only here to offer your opinions but once a year, whether we needs it or not. Stick around and perhaps you will learn something. :sarcasm:
