^^^ We'll know that answer in a month or so. I'm not a fan of theirs, but they need to re examine their priorities. If competitive skating something they both still want to do, they have to refocus somehow. They've never been very consistent and they have to learn how to compete at their best quickly. Time is not on their side anymore.
I totally agree that our pairs this year are exciting and the best group we’ve had for a long time. While I agree with you that Knierims struggled big time at their last event I’m still hoping it was an aberration and not a downward curve. I know I’m biased because they’ve long been my favorites, but I think these may be the best programs they’ve ever had and their elements are better than ever, minus the jumps of course. Their mental game though seems to be the real issue. Fingers crossed that they get their heads on straight for Nationals. C&J are also big favorites of mine and I’m excited to see their progress over the next few years. I could see them on the podium at Nationals this year if one or two of the other top teams falter. I think CG & LeDuc and Denny and Frazier have the edge right now for the top two spots because of their recent successes. If both teams went clean along with the Knierims I think it would be the most exciting event imaginable! WOW! I can’t even predict the order they would finish, but my wish would be for Knierims to be first. I think Kanye & O’ Shea fall into the fourth spot but could land anywhere on the podium if any of the top three falter.
^^^ We'll know that answer in a month or so. I'm not a fan of theirs, but they need to re examine their priorities. If competitive skating something they both still want to do, they have to refocus somehow. They've never been very consistent and they have to learn how to compete at their best quickly. Time is not on their side anymore.
CG & LeDuc and Denny and Frazier have the edge right now for the top two spots because of their recent successes. If both teams went clean along with the Knierims I think it would be the most exciting event imaginable! WOW!
I'm not minimizing or underestimating the Knierims' chances or potential, but I actually don't agree that they presently have the highest scoring potential among U.S. pairs.
Nah. While it is 50-50 at best, the US has a shot at 3 spots for 2021 Worlds, so I think it is worth it to employ BOW when choosing the US team for Worlds
Exactly. Nationals must be a significant factor, but the USFSA should measure the performances at all ISU events since last September of each of the top 4 or 5 US teams, and weigh that against what happens at Nationals.
I feel like Alexa and Chris will either win or have an NHK-esque meltdown. If they perform like they did at Skate Canada I think it would be tough to put anyone ahead of them, C/L included.
Personally I'm really pulling for Haven and Brandon to give us a Nationals moment with their Lion King program.
Exactly. Nationals must be a significant factor, but the USFSA should measure the performances at all ISU events since last September of each of the top 4 or 5 US teams, and weigh that against what happens at Nationals.