2026 Canadian Nationals : Pairs' Long Program

[Heather T]

Okay, possibly not a popular opinion, but I suggest that like their compatriots, they go back to their free skate from 2 years ago.

Deanna just isn't really acting or getting into character in this program the way she did in the Dracula program. At this point in the season, I don't think there is any other way for them to salvage things and put them in a position to medal at the Olympics.

They have not had a really solid performance with this program, and while going back to the vampire program is a risk, I'm not sure it's any more of a risk than expecting this program to magically turn out well in Milan.

Such a good idea!!

 

[discodisco]

Such a good idea!!

Thanks

 

[discodisco]

Man - Lia looks like a vision in that dress. Stunning!

 

[discodisco]

And Kelly-Anne looks SOOOOO young, lol

 

[4everchan]

Nam borrowed Keegan's shirt

 

[discodisco]

Question - does placing at national championships have any impact on starting order at the olympics? Or is it only from international events?

 

[discodisco]

So happy for Trennt!

 

[4everchan]

And Kelly-Anne looks SOOOOO young, lol

she is.

LOL

and it's snowing again.. damn it

 

[4everchan]

Question - does placing at national championships have any impact on starting order at the olympics? Or is it only from international events?

no impact... there is no ISU ranking points for Nationals so this will not alter their start order.

 

[jorge2912]

Yep, totally. I just think that they really have nothing to lose at this point, because barring a miracle, this program isn't going to do it for them, and the vampire program has a lot more positive memories and a lot more success. No, there's not a lot of time, but I think they could do it. I would say it's worth a try anyway.

Going back to a program this late as always a risk because in some senses it could be seen as a desperation move, especially if it doesn't pan out, but there are lots of times when it has been a very very good decision for skaters in the past...

The vampire program had a good detail , music bpm allows to do their element and no hurry up for finish the element on the right time and in that music rhythmic time, is like dance with a proper music and your element execution speed is the right with the music and it feels unison and unified their program even transitions looks great.

 

[slider11]

Commentators mentioned that Deanna worked with Ralph Lauren for the red dress she wore at this LP. How does she "back out" of that deal (pun intended) and go with the Vampire?

 

[labgoat]

sigh... I was going to say that Canadian pairs were so strong today... and then this.

I am so sorry to hear this - Olympic pressure can break the strongest. Hopefully you will be right about them rebounding now that some of the pressure is released. They need to focus on the fact that they are going to the Olympics and preparing to enjoy that and to prep for the team event.

 

[DemTuppesSeine]

Just read that Deanna seems to have food poisoning and couldn't keep anything down the last two days. That makes the way they skated the short really remarkable and explains the rest.

 

[saine]

Just read that Deanna seems to have food poisoning and couldn't keep anything down the last two days. That makes the way they skated the short really remarkable and explains the rest.

Oh wow, I hope she gets some rest and they can stay healthy for the Olympics!

 

[SkatersWaltz]

Yep, totally. I just think that they really have nothing to lose at this point, because barring a miracle, this program isn't going to do it for them, and the vampire program has a lot more positive memories and a lot more success. No, there's not a lot of time, but I think they could do it. I would say it's worth a try anyway.

Going back to a program this late as always a risk because in some senses it could be seen as a desperation move, especially if it doesn't pan out, but there are lots of times when it has been a very very good decision for skaters in the past...

Worked for Sale and Pelletier. They did The Orchid at Nationals in 2002 and it didn’t go well (they still won because the rest of the field was weaker than they are now). They changed to Love Story and won the gold.

 

[DemTuppesSeine]

Oh wow, I hope she gets some rest and they can stay healthy for the Olympics!

Me too. She said it's good practice for the Olympics because you never know what happens there.

 

[DemTuppesSeine]

Here's the whole X thread

 

[HeadBanger]

Worked for Sale and Pelletier. They did The Orchid at Nationals in 2002 and it didn’t go well (they still won because the rest of the field was weaker than they are now). They changed to Love Story and won the gold.

Well, “a” gold more than “the” gold… eventually

 

[rain]

I do not think Deanna and Max should abandon their LP. First, I think it's great choreography and really suits them. Second, I think the vampire program has already had its peak moment and they won't be able to repeat or top it, so there's really only a negative comparison to be had.

I get why Lia and Trennt went back to Gladiator, but again, I really loved their LP this season and hope they bring it back to perfect it next year.

 

[RatedPG]

Wow!! I did not expect these results at all.
I’m so happy for Lia & Trentt
They peaked when it mattered and they are the future of Canadian pairs skating

But, Kelly Ann and Loucas won me over. They skate from their hearts and have just gotten better and better, as the season has progressed. Please note that this Pairs team is the best eligible for Olympics Pairs team that didn’t qualify for the Olympics. This speaks to the depth of our Pairs teams. Everyone keeps talking about the American Pairs teams missing out. Kelly Ann and Loucas are better than the American Nationals 3rd place team. They will be missed. I love seeing Kelly Ann rejoice with happiness

Ava & Yohnathan have many years to go. I thought they could sneak into the podium but Kelly Ann and Loucas were unstoppable. These two teams will enjoy going to 4CC together. My gut also tells me that Deanna and Maxime will be done after the Olympics. So, Yohnathan&Ava will get JWC, as well. But, Kelly Ann&Loucas may get Worlds too.

Deanna looked mad and you can see Maxime is actually terrified of her. Something doesn’t seem right between these two.

Team event - We could split Pairs now with Lia and Trentt getting the free skate portion if Canada qualifies for top five. I don’t see much of a gap between our top two Pairs teams