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- Jul 11, 2003
rGirl - You're changing a Bebe thread to a Tara thread. There certainly are good reasons for bringing up Tara. Anytime there is a hip problem, she comes to mind. I think it's because everyone was concerned about her health - even her nonfans! And we all hope to see her find her way in life.
Dave Amorde - Good to hear that report on Bebe's hip! It's no secret that she is my top 2nd tier skater with an outside chance to take the gold in Torino.
EricAba - "My question is, what can be done in the sport, in general, to make skaters' health a main priority?"
good question! I don't think the ISU could make a rule as they did with Elaine Zayak, but I think they could make a what I would call a "Lipinski Warning". It would be there for all skaters, coaches, parents and guardians to read. Whether they take heed, is another matter, but at least the reminder is there. I don't think a rule imposing triples for the junior ladies would work, although that would be a great help. I don't think it affects everyone.
rGirl - You are quite knowldegable in this area. Why is it that young men do not seem to have this problem? (or do they?)
Joe
Dave Amorde - Good to hear that report on Bebe's hip! It's no secret that she is my top 2nd tier skater with an outside chance to take the gold in Torino.
EricAba - "My question is, what can be done in the sport, in general, to make skaters' health a main priority?"
good question! I don't think the ISU could make a rule as they did with Elaine Zayak, but I think they could make a what I would call a "Lipinski Warning". It would be there for all skaters, coaches, parents and guardians to read. Whether they take heed, is another matter, but at least the reminder is there. I don't think a rule imposing triples for the junior ladies would work, although that would be a great help. I don't think it affects everyone.
rGirl - You are quite knowldegable in this area. Why is it that young men do not seem to have this problem? (or do they?)
Joe