Probably not. I think that 90mins isn't really enough time to fit them in.
They have to cover lots of events today.
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Probably not. I think that 90mins isn't really enough time to fit them in.
They have to cover lots of events today.
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Well, they sort of were...they showed the highlights of each Aussie skaters skate (without that awful replay music 4CC has been using - man that gets old fast!) and their score and of course the inflatable kangaroo
. You can watch the 1 hour video on SBS on Demand if your internet is good enough though!
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Enjoyed watching the 4CC performances again on the SBS site, as well as the recap from 4CCs.
Mark Webber's slogan has always been: Spirit. Focus. Ability. Tenacity. Aussie Grit.
I think that applies beautifully to all of our skaters too. So hard working and always up for a fight.
No clean quad in the SP last night but some very interesting developments in the jump layout. Opened with 3Lz (after a slight hesitation - I think he said something about the boards in the kiss and cry), then a 3A (hand down) and then in the second half of the SP he did a 3S-3T which to me can mean only one thing - he is going to change out the 4T for a 4S and put it in combo in the second half. No-one can say he doesn't have the ambition!
He did look very tired, though, so it would not surprise me if tonight's performance is a little fatigued. Men's LP at Nordics starts from 8pm and the live stream is VERY good!
Mark Webber's slogan has always been: Spirit. Focus. Ability. Tenacity. Aussie Grit.
I think that applies beautifully to all of our skaters too. So hard working and always up for a fight.
Good Luck to Brendan, who is competing at the Nordic Open.
Hopefully we will see him do a clean quad
No clean quad in the SP last night but some very interesting developments in the jump layout. Opened with 3Lz (after a slight hesitation - I think he said something about the boards in the kiss and cry), then a 3A (hand down) and then in the second half of the SP he did a 3S-3T which to me can mean only one thing - he is going to change out the 4T for a 4S and put it in combo in the second half. No-one can say he doesn't have the ambition!
He did look very tired, though, so it would not surprise me if tonight's performance is a little fatigued. Men's LP at Nordics starts from 8pm and the live stream is VERY good!
And good luck Team Australia this week! Love little James Min! So much personality and promise.
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When do you head to the US for Worlds? So jealous but hope you have the best time!!!
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Enjoyed watching the 4CC performances again on the SBS site, as well as the recap from 4CCs.
Mark Webber's slogan has always been: Spirit. Focus. Ability. Tenacity. Aussie Grit.
I think that applies beautifully to all of our skaters too. So hard working and always up for a fight.
No clean quad in the SP last night but some very interesting developments in the jump layout. Opened with 3Lz (after a slight hesitation - I think he said something about the boards in the kiss and cry), then a 3A (hand down) and then in the second half of the SP he did a 3S-3T which to me can mean only one thing - he is going to change out the 4T for a 4S and put it in combo in the second half. No-one can say he doesn't have the ambition!
He did look very tired, though, so it would not surprise me if tonight's performance is a little fatigued. Men's LP at Nordics starts from 8pm and the live stream is VERY good!
When do you head to the US for Worlds? So jealous but hope you have the best time!!!
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I really hope James skates his brilliant best
It's a PB for James!!
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Great to see him try a triple triple, as well as get the 3Flip.
He's in 4th place atm. Again, unlikely to make the cut but an improvement is definitely noticiable.
To make the top 24, he can't finish in the bottom 15.
He is currently ahead of 7 skaters (6 atm+ 1 withdrawal)
Of the remaining skaters, I can see 2-3 skater placing below James, but there will need to be 5 meltdowns for James to make the top 24.
Nevertheless, so happy for him.
From a general skater fan comment, i would love to see his movements to be not so angular and manic- soften them a little- and stretch (of course easier said than done)
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Great to see him try a triple triple, as well as get the 3Flip.
He's in 4th place atm. Again, unlikely to make the cut but an improvement is definitely noticiable.
To make the top 24, he can't finish in the bottom 15.
He is currently ahead of 7 skaters (6 atm+ 1 withdrawal)
Of the remaining skaters, I can see 2-3 skater placing below James, but there will need to be 5 meltdowns for James to make the top 24.
Nevertheless, so happy for him.
From a general skater fan comment, i would love to see his movements to be not so angular and manic- soften them a little- and stretch (of course easier said than done)
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That's a shame He probabky wont get through couldnt get Hola working
I've tried Hola so many times, only to be left feeling like raging at my computer screen
The youtube channel "Iceburg Up" has been very vigilant atm.
Update: James is scheduled to finish in 30th place atm.
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I have just checked out Matilda and William on video. Did they really deserve such a low score???
They didn't. They seriously got dumped by the judges. I hope they knew that they did such a great job and continue to make strides. They really have improved on their speed, flow and unison. Their edgework is getting cleaner. There seems to be a bit more confidence.
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is there a reason Kailani Craine did not skate both junior and senior worlds to ensure JGP spots? reading that seven other skaters will do this. Australia has now gone from 5 to 3 spots next season in ladies and ISA knew this would happen. You would really hope that our federation are looking after the sport as a whole by decisions not just favouring certain coaches kids and students to ensure they all get to go to worlds !
I am 100% sure it was Kailani and her coaches choice not to do JW not anyone elses decision for a few reasons.
One its hard to do 3 big major events in a row without any downtime. Its asking a lot for her to do 4CC, JW and Worlds all in a row and expect great results at all 3. She has gone back to LA to train and work on doing her senior programs.
She is more concentrating on getting a good performance at Worlds to set her up and have a good experience under her belt for next season being the Olympic qualifying worlds. Better for her to get her name out there in senior!
She decided this on her own, Yes she was offered both events being the highest ranked junior and senior but in the end it is her decision.
So, now that the season is coming to a close with only worlds left and most Aussies finished for the season.
I have a few questions about the Aussies this season.
1. Who surprised you this year?
2. Most Improved skater?
3. Favorite performance?
4. Who are we looking out for next season?
5. What was your most disappointing moment from a skater this year?
6. What is the current state of Australian skating? Good? Bad? Improving?
I have a few questions about the Aussies this season.
1. Who surprised you this year?
2. Most Improved skater?
3. Favorite performance?
4. Who are we looking out for next season?
5. What was your most disappointing moment from a skater this year?
6. What is the current state of Australian skating? Good? Bad? Improving?
