I’m very surprised we haven’t heard many US Ladies announcing their retirements recently. Yes we have heard of taking a break or not doing the Grand Prix competitions but why are so many US Ladies skaters not going for retirement. My guess is because there’s nothing else for them and skating is all they know. During the 80s and 90s Skaters used to look forward to professional competitions but as we all know they do not exist anymore.
I think at last years nationals USFSA was giving a hint to these ladies such as Ashley Wagner that her time was up. I’m surprised Mirai is still thinking of competing. Her lack of motivation after winning bronze in the team event showed for the individual competition and the worlds. Gracie Gold I feel her time is up as well and should focus on just getting healthy and maybe become a coach or a speaker against eating disorders in sports.
I know some will say they still have a drive to compete, but if you can’t win medals you are taking up spots where other younger skaters can get their time in the spot light
I think at last years nationals USFSA was giving a hint to these ladies such as Ashley Wagner that her time was up. I’m surprised Mirai is still thinking of competing. Her lack of motivation after winning bronze in the team event showed for the individual competition and the worlds. Gracie Gold I feel her time is up as well and should focus on just getting healthy and maybe become a coach or a speaker against eating disorders in sports.
I know some will say they still have a drive to compete, but if you can’t win medals you are taking up spots where other younger skaters can get their time in the spot light