I'd be interested in knowing how it works for American skaters who are not household names like Michelle Kwan. Do they make money skating through sponsors or do their parents have to pay for their skating expenses? .
Also, how much do top coaches charge per year? Do skaters have to pay for travel to competitions or is that paid by US Figure Skating? Finally, I've heard stories about rich folks looking to get vicarious glory by sponsoring skaters- do many skaters get such "sugar daddies?"
Sorry for all the questions- just intrigued by how the business side of this sport works for the non-elite skaters.
Also, how much do top coaches charge per year? Do skaters have to pay for travel to competitions or is that paid by US Figure Skating? Finally, I've heard stories about rich folks looking to get vicarious glory by sponsoring skaters- do many skaters get such "sugar daddies?"
Sorry for all the questions- just intrigued by how the business side of this sport works for the non-elite skaters.