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They both seem like quite kind, positive people. I'd still like their skating even if they didn't, but it certainly is a nice bonus.
Kaitlin Hawayek & Jean-Luc Baker
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They both seem like quite kind, positive people. I'd still like their skating even if they didn't, but it certainly is a nice bonus.
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Wishing Kaitlin and Jean-Luc two solid skates and a podium finish!
Me too!! Best of luck to them!
Me three!! However, I won't be disappointed if they don't. Their time will come, in the meantime I think they have two good programs this year that they could do a lot with to advance their standing in seniors, especially that FD.
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The FD tech panel at Skate America seems like it was pretty generous across the board, but I think it's still worth noting that Kaitlin and Jean-Luc got some of the best levels I've seen them get in their step sequences -- two level 3s. Their curve lift also got a level 3, but the rest of their elements were all level 4, including their spin which was marked as a 1 or a 2 IIRC at Finlandia. Anyway, yay for a much better performance. 
The FD tech panel at Skate America seems like it was pretty generous across the board, but I think it's still worth noting that Kaitlin and Jean-Luc got some of the best levels I've seen them get in their step sequences -- two level 3s. Their curve lift also got a level 3, but the rest of their elements were all level 4, including their spin which was marked as a 1 or a 2 IIRC at Finlandia. Anyway, yay for a much better performance.
I love them!!! Great job HB! Scores were pretty generous, but at least they were lenient to all. HB seem to be technically excellent which I am very happy about. They have the quality and in time will have the maturity, progressing nicely HB!!!! Great job!
Awesome job!
Their TES was only 1 point lower than C/B`s. Really impressive! I want them to qualify for Worlds in Boston and I think they really needed this performance to get back into the mix.
Couldn't agree more!!
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I've only seen the SD yet, which I loved. It was fast, light-footed, delightful. She looks so beautiful with that hair-style, make-up and dress! Pity they didn't make the podium, but glad they've much improved since Finlandia.
Yes I am thrilled and relieved at their improvement!
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Awesome job!
Their TES was only 1 point lower than C/B`s. Really impressive! I want them to qualify for Worlds in Boston and I think they really needed this performance to get back into the mix.
CB though had level 2 for one of the step sequences, something which will not happen that often. Not their best performance. HB usually do have problems with levels so the technical part it's not their forte but this is a very good program and it was a very good performance overall from them.
I agree.... I hope their performances at CoC are even better. However, I am not sure it will get them onto the podium. CoC is packed, CB, IZ and CL will be there.... anyway I prefer HB to any of them, but one must be realistic.
Congrats on a great fd! the british eurosport guys had high praises for Jean-Luc- a combination of Charlie and Scott.
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Jean-Luc is great of course, but it does take a team and I think Kaitlin is an important part of the team. She seems like a good technical skater. They are the only team at SA to get a level 4 on the RW pattern, which as far as I understand is more demanding on the female partner. I don't want to take anything away from Jean-Luc's greatness but I want to give Kaitlin credit where it's due.
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