I went ahead and splurged on a ticket way closer to the ice than I've ever been (albeit that's still 4-5 rows up from the ice). Hopefully I can throw things from that distance.
Gracie's long program music is perfect if she skates well - so awesome and powerful and poetic. But if it is a disaster then it is kind of like an omen. Kind of like Mirai's winner took it all and yep the winner took it all - it wasn't her though. Things are set up for a movie of the week return from Gracie. now she just needs to let it all happen.
As for Bradie... let's just say I have a lot of respect for her than enjoyment of her. I do think there is more potential there though and I think the strong confident way to go is good for her - but she needs shall we say stronger music - take a page from Max Aaron and skate to AC/DC next year I say.
That's how I feel about Bradie too. She's no-nonsense, inteliigent about the improvements she needs to make, and she doesn't create drama wherever she goes.
I'm just not sold on Mariah. Way too inconsistent. I want a national champion where 3z-3t is automatic, not something to be relieved or excited about.
I have a feeling Alysa is going to win. Bradie isn't that much ahead of her with PCS IMO to keep up with three 3a's.
Angela as well! Oh no! I wonder why?
I see Julia Biechler listed as competing in senior ladies. Does anyone know if she's still skating in ice dance with Damian Dodge? The start order for dance isn't up yet.
Made it to the last 2 groups of ladies practice today after 260 mile drive to arena. Did see Bradie, Mariah, Alysa and Ting. Bradie will win easy, scoring around 220. Others shouldn't break 200, but may sneak over 200, as USFS may want to give the illusion US ladies have depth.