Scimeca Knierim and Frazier: "We just need more time"

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The newly-formed U.S. team of Alexa Scimeca Knierim and Brandon Frazier are currently in first place after the Pairs Short Program at 2020 Guaranteed Rate Skate America, which took place after the Men's event on Friday night. Jessica Calalang and Brian Johnson placed second, followed by Audrey Lu and Misha Mitrofanov.

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Scimeca Knierim and Frazier take lead in pairs at 2020 Skate America

The newly-formed U.S. team of Alexa Scimeca Knierim and Brandon Frazier are currently in first place after the Pairs Short Program at 2020 Guaranteed Rate

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What are your thoughts on the Pairs SP?

 

[mrrice]

I'm excited for Alexa and Brandon. It's been a while since we've had a pair that IMO is equally talented when it comes to technical ability. Wishing them the best in the free.

 

[MCsAngel2]

I'm excited for Alexa and Brandon. It's been a while since we've had a pair that IMO is equally talented when it comes to technical ability. Wishing them the best in the free.

I agree. I think they have the potential to become a top world team in a few years.

 

[Skater Boy]

Alexa and Brandon really made an amazing debut. They look like medal contenders already. Their scores are podium worthy. Their twist and throws are amazing. This team is amazing and the pcs will only grow. Considering Russia is struggling - losing the former world bronze medallists, issues with injuries and confidence with Tarasova and Morozov,, injuries, illness then the retirment of James and Cipres, they already surpass the Canadians. Heck if Sui and Han make sbs errors is a world title impossible? Granted the stars would have to align somewhat. But the work on the singles jumps, Throws that are huge and difficult throw loop and flip!! Great packaging. And awesome lilfts. This team really could do it.

 

[BravesSkateFan]

I really love Alexa & Brandon's short. The music, costumes, choreo, everything meshes so well. As they get more comfortable with each other they will only get better!

 

[WeakAnkles]

Well there was, let's face it, quite a bit of home cooking going on, but the US Pairs look to be the best shape they've been in for AGES AND AGES. Yes, there's tons of work to be done, but also tons of potential I haven't seen there for quite some time.

Exciting times ahead.