Skating with the Stars

[heyang]

I don't think many NHL stars would put themselves on to SWTS. However, if I had to cast, my 1st choice would be Kristi's hubby Brett Hedican and Natalia Mishkutenok 's ex Craig Shephard. Both guys were/are hockey players.

 

[Tonichelle]

I don't think many NHL stars would put themselves on to SWTS. However, if I had to cast, my 1st choice would be Kristi's hubby Brett Hedican and Natalia Mishkutenok 's ex Craig Shephard. Both guys were/are hockey players.

I think we'd be pleasantly surprised. I don't think the Canadian hockey stars are thought of as any more pro-figure skating than our guys are. Scott Hamilton is friends with several key hockey greats... and then there's Kristi's connection... Brett could probably pull some of his buddies into it. It'd be possible.

 

[Joesitz (RIP)]

If you are interested in a giggle about SWTS,try this:

http://www.slate.com/id/2275924/

 

[Aliyahsk8]

I watched the first show and found it painful to watch, as well. The host is like fingernails on a chalkboard! I think finding a better host would improve the show instantaneously. Nonetheless, I plan on tuning in after my freestyle session.

 

[Chemistry66]

While some of the routines may be silly and so incredibly basic, there's some that are pretty great.

The three I think will be easily on top are Johnny and Brooke, Brandon and Keauna, and Rebecca and Fred.

Each of those has some sort of good technique already. Johnny has speed. Brandon has good strength and energy. And Rebecca has some great lines (and of course having a partner like Fred Palascak who is used to bigger tricks doesn't hurt!)

 

[Tonichelle]

love Tanith's dress... the entrance of the teams is awkward.

 

[Tonichelle]

Did anyone catch Dick's major flub tonight? - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hKlu2t6KAM - and what the heck was with his "Giggle in the jiggle" comment?

 

[dorispulaski]

Dick likes that rhyming stuff.

Ever see the Progressive Insurance ad with the girl Flo trying to sell price it yourself insurance to the old geezer?

http://www.progressive.com/commercials/language.aspx

Same age, same deal.

Okey McSmokey anybody?

 

[Tonichelle]

I guess, but still "giggle in the jiggle"?????

did anyone else see Johnny use the 9 paddle for his 6 score last night? was that a dig at Dick's earlier mistake?

 

[Dee4707]

Loved Johnny's do. I thought Johnny was a little harsh on the judging but in some things he made perfect sense. I love when all the judges commented on Bethenny Frankl put on smile. It actually cracked me up....she had it pasted on all through the routine. I'm just wondering what she's going to do with that info....she can be a hot cannon at times.

 

[Johar]

Rebecca did awesome last night! I was so proud of her! Sean Young's falls were ouchy-looking. The ice aint nice! And is that loop area the skate through on a downward slope? Just how does one skate on a hill?

 

[Tonichelle]

Loved Johnny's do. I thought Johnny was a little harsh on the judging but in some things he made perfect sense. I love when all the judges commented on Bethenny Frankl put on smile. It actually cracked me up....she had it pasted on all through the routine. I'm just wondering what she's going to do with that info....she can be a hot cannon at times.

I'm finding myself agreeing with Johnny's tech scores, but not really his "artistic" marks... especially the 7 he gave Sean last night. He was definitely giving a higher number just because it was Denis out there

 

[waxel]

Who is this Fred guy? He looks somewhat familiar, but I can't place him.

 

[Tonichelle]

according to his bio he skated in teh mid 90s... http://abc.go.com/shows/skating-with-the-stars/bio/fred-palascak/607922

Ohio native Fred Palascak competed in his first U.S. National Figure Skating Championship at the age of 15. At the U.S. Eastern Sectional Championships in 1993, Fred’s 4th place finish allowed him to qualify for the U.S .Nationals. But that probably wasn’t his fondest memory from that event since it’s where he met his wife/skating partner, Melanie Lambert. Fred and Melanie began skating together in 1994. Nine years later, they were married!

 

[Pixie Cut]

Who is this Fred guy? He looks somewhat familiar, but I can't place him.

Perhaps you've seen clips on YouTube. He was on Torvill and Dean's Dancing on Ice.

 

[Tonichelle]

Melissa Gregory's reaction to episode 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qY3OIQYXQ-o

 

[Mathman]

Loved Johnny's do.

I liked Johnny's quip in the first episode, ""That was so hot it made my weave go back!"

 

[Tonichelle]

Tanith Belbin tweeted that she will be doing "double duty" this week - hosting and skating with Ben!!!!!!

 

[Atena]

Tanith Belbin tweeted that she will be doing "double duty" this week - hosting and skating with Ben!!!!!!

O tougth the show was going to be worse Is kind of fun (kind of). Tanith...i love her dress and she is doing a much better job now, I'm so happy for her.

I'm glad to see some real skating on teh show too, can't wait to see Tanith and Ben there

 

[ManyCairns]

Three cheers for getting to see Tan and Ben skate!

ETA: And here they are: Huzzah! Huzzah! Huzzah!