Max Aaron
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Max is still very handsome, he looks exactly the same as when he left us!
He never took his ACTs (?? what are these?) and went to community college at first. He was trying to get school done as quickly as possible between 2014 and 2018 and "didn't have much of a social life" at that point.
The interviewer seems nice but she really doesn't seem to have much of an idea about skating.
Max makes reference to being the "luckiest unlucky person" again.
HE'S SMILING AND I'M WARM AND FUZZY.
(He still loves Italy.) He loves fashion even though he's wearing a hoodie and his wardrobe is full of black, white and grey.
He says he had pizza every day on a trip to Italy one summer, and "my coach wasn't very happy with that" (I assume he meant Tom Z).
He also enjoyed skating in Japan, "it feels like superstars there, like football players".
In school he was "just a normal dude" and had a lot of friends who didn't know who he was. He lived next to Michael Phelps! ("Oops am I supposed to say that? I'm retired now so it's okay." )
Max really wanted to change that mindset, to not be a one-facet kind of person - "You're more than just the athlete, you're more than just one thing". "It doesn't even have to be a student full-time - just chipping away at it."
Max graduated Magna Cum Laude and Beta Gamma Sigma. He didn't know what that was! He originally wanted to be in a frat when he was younger. But if you're top 10% in business school, you get your Greek letters. There was a ceremony before the ceremony, and Max's parents hadn't flown in yet, so he took Angela Wang. He was wearing dress pants and a dress shirt, no tie. There were only 8 people at the ceremony, and everyone else was wearing suits and ties, and Max hadn't realised it was so important.
Max really emphasised not being afraid to ask for help and seek out help to get to where you want in school. Being proactive and productive.
Max has his series 7 and 66 which means he can sell securities - he used to work at Merill Lynch, then Goldmann Sachs, then a small family office, and now he has his real estate licence, he sold a property, and he got a (?) lending licence - he can now write mortgages! He can sell real estate and write loans. He speaks about finding a mentor at a young age, finding someone who finds someone who wants you to succeed (other than your parents). He speaks humbly about thinking he knew it all when he was younger, but he really didn't.
Max wants to have multiple companies, dabble in a little bit of everything, and be his own boss. The more he learns about each facet of real estate and finance the more he knows he wants to do it all, and create his own team and business out of it. One day he wants the Geico US National Championshps to be the MAX AARON US NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS. (HA!)
Max laments that UCCS didn't have a team "back in the day", because between him and Mirai and Jason they totally would have won.
Max's biggest advice is don't be afraid to fail and take chances, especially at a younger age. It's about learning more than anything.
The lady finally asks the question: what are you still doing in skating?
Max still teaches every morning at 6:00am before he goes to work. He still does seminars - with Alissa Czisny, with Gracie, with Ashley, he still does Zoom calls, he works with coaches in Boston, and does a weekly check-in with his students, where he talks about it's okay to not be okay, and how to talk about it when no-one wants to talk about certain things.
Is there anything you would change? - Maybe skating to the Lion King! (Laughs) Not that I regret that, maybe Footloose, that one wasn't really for me.
It sounds like Max has become, for others, the mentor he seeks for himself.
He never took his ACTs (?? what are these?) and went to community college at first. He was trying to get school done as quickly as possible between 2014 and 2018 and "didn't have much of a social life" at that point.
The interviewer seems nice but she really doesn't seem to have much of an idea about skating.
Max makes reference to being the "luckiest unlucky person" again.
HE'S SMILING AND I'M WARM AND FUZZY.
(He still loves Italy.) He loves fashion even though he's wearing a hoodie and his wardrobe is full of black, white and grey.
He says he had pizza every day on a trip to Italy one summer, and "my coach wasn't very happy with that" (I assume he meant Tom Z).He also enjoyed skating in Japan, "it feels like superstars there, like football players".
In school he was "just a normal dude" and had a lot of friends who didn't know who he was. He lived next to Michael Phelps! ("Oops am I supposed to say that? I'm retired now so it's okay."
)Max really wanted to change that mindset, to not be a one-facet kind of person - "You're more than just the athlete, you're more than just one thing". "It doesn't even have to be a student full-time - just chipping away at it."
Max graduated Magna Cum Laude and Beta Gamma Sigma. He didn't know what that was! He originally wanted to be in a frat when he was younger. But if you're top 10% in business school, you get your Greek letters. There was a ceremony before the ceremony, and Max's parents hadn't flown in yet, so he took Angela Wang. He was wearing dress pants and a dress shirt, no tie. There were only 8 people at the ceremony, and everyone else was wearing suits and ties, and Max hadn't realised it was so important.
Max really emphasised not being afraid to ask for help and seek out help to get to where you want in school. Being proactive and productive.
Max has his series 7 and 66 which means he can sell securities - he used to work at Merill Lynch, then Goldmann Sachs, then a small family office, and now he has his real estate licence, he sold a property, and he got a (?) lending licence - he can now write mortgages! He can sell real estate and write loans. He speaks about finding a mentor at a young age, finding someone who finds someone who wants you to succeed (other than your parents). He speaks humbly about thinking he knew it all when he was younger, but he really didn't.
Max wants to have multiple companies, dabble in a little bit of everything, and be his own boss. The more he learns about each facet of real estate and finance the more he knows he wants to do it all, and create his own team and business out of it. One day he wants the Geico US National Championshps to be the MAX AARON US NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS. (HA!)
Max laments that UCCS didn't have a team "back in the day", because between him and Mirai and Jason they totally would have won.
Max's biggest advice is don't be afraid to fail and take chances, especially at a younger age. It's about learning more than anything.
The lady finally asks the question: what are you still doing in skating?
Max still teaches every morning at 6:00am before he goes to work. He still does seminars - with Alissa Czisny, with Gracie, with Ashley, he still does Zoom calls, he works with coaches in Boston, and does a weekly check-in with his students, where he talks about it's okay to not be okay, and how to talk about it when no-one wants to talk about certain things.
Is there anything you would change? - Maybe skating to the Lion King! (Laughs) Not that I regret that, maybe Footloose, that one wasn't really for me.
It sounds like Max has become, for others, the mentor he seeks for himself.
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karne, thank you for transcribing!
My internet connection was not working so well, so I could not see/hear everything.
It was wonderful to see Max again. He is such a great guy.
(And it was sweet to see that lots of his skater/athlete friends were posting comments in the chat, such as Alex Johnson, Collin Brubaker, Angela Wang, Trisha Roohan (if I remember her last name correctly?), Jean-Luc Baker, I think Lindsay Weinstein(?). Max's OTC friend Kendall Wesenberg, a skeleton athlete. I forget who else. Quite a bit of affectionate teasing from some of them. Sounded as if Jean-Luc and Max roomed together at competitions more than once, which I either had forgotten or never knew.)
ACT and SAT are the two standardized tests that often are/were used as part of the college admissions process in the U.S.
It has been eons since my college years, but I think there lately has been a growing trend for not as many schools to require ACT or SAT scores for college applications.
I definitely remember studying for the SAT, and hoping to get the best scores possible.
I think the acronyms originated as abbreviations for American College Test and Scholastic Aptitude Test.
My internet connection was not working so well, so I could not see/hear everything.
It was wonderful to see Max again. He is such a great guy.
(And it was sweet to see that lots of his skater/athlete friends were posting comments in the chat, such as Alex Johnson, Collin Brubaker, Angela Wang, Trisha Roohan (if I remember her last name correctly?), Jean-Luc Baker, I think Lindsay Weinstein(?). Max's OTC friend Kendall Wesenberg, a skeleton athlete. I forget who else. Quite a bit of affectionate teasing from some of them. Sounded as if Jean-Luc and Max roomed together at competitions more than once, which I either had forgotten or never knew.)
ACT and SAT are the two standardized tests that often are/were used as part of the college admissions process in the U.S.
It has been eons since my college years, but I think there lately has been a growing trend for not as many schools to require ACT or SAT scores for college applications.
I definitely remember studying for the SAT, and hoping to get the best scores possible.
I think the acronyms originated as abbreviations for American College Test and Scholastic Aptitude Test.
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An excellent view of Max's banner at World Arena Ice Hall:
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The photo is from the revamped version of the Broadmoor Skating Club site that is in the works.
Max at the moment is visiting Skating Club of Boston, not only to give in-person coaching to some of his figure skaters, but also ... to teach four sessions of Hockey Skills
classes (Jun 17 - 24). 
Earlier this week, Max was in Minnesota to teach at a figure skating camp with Mirai (see second photo).
(Just mentioning some bits from Max's ongoing schedule of seminars/travels.
I know it is nothing new for figure skaters to teach hockey players. I do not know whether perhaps this role is something new for Max? In any case, it's a bonus that Max would bring his own strong hockey background as well.)
ETA (on Jun 22):
ETA (on Oct 5):
Broadmoor Skating Club – The home of Champions
enf.536.myftpupload.com
The photo is from the revamped version of the Broadmoor Skating Club site that is in the works.
ETA (on Sep 1):
The link above no longer works, but a new link is:
I had happened to notice today that this photo has become the big header for the home page of http://broadmoorskatingclub.com/. (Revamping of the site seems to be complete.)
I had happened to notice today that this photo has become the big header for the home page of http://broadmoorskatingclub.com/. (Revamping of the site seems to be complete.)
Max at the moment is visiting Skating Club of Boston, not only to give in-person coaching to some of his figure skaters, but also ... to teach four sessions of Hockey Skills
classes (Jun 17 - 24). https://www.instagram.com/p/CQO9QNgL5sN/ (Jun 17)
(which has throwback video of Max's exhibition skating at Boston Common's 2019 tree lighting)
(which has throwback video of Max's exhibition skating at Boston Common's 2019 tree lighting)
Earlier this week, Max was in Minnesota to teach at a figure skating camp with Mirai (see second photo).
[Off topic, but Alex Johnson is teaching on different days of this camp.]
(Just mentioning some bits from Max's ongoing schedule of seminars/travels.
I know it is nothing new for figure skaters to teach hockey players. I do not know whether perhaps this role is something new for Max? In any case, it's a bonus that Max would bring his own strong hockey background as well.)
ETA (on Jun 22):
Video of Max operating the (on-ice) harness for a young skater in Boston today:
ETA (on Oct 5):
Just noticed that Aug-Sep 2021 issue of Skating magazine (p. 55) has a mini-Q&A with Max (as a member of USFS Athletes Advisory Committee). The best part:
(The link to the "current issue" will show Aug-Sep only until USFS updates its site with the subsequent issue.)
What's something you would have told yourself as a 13-year-old skater?
"Everyone's journey in this world is different. Keep your eyes on the path and enjoy what life gives you."
"Everyone's journey in this world is different. Keep your eyes on the path and enjoy what life gives you."
(The link to the "current issue" will show Aug-Sep only until USFS updates its site with the subsequent issue.)
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Holiday show alert:
Hosted by Nancy Kerrigan.
Among other cast members: Sean Rabbitt, Heidi Munger, Gracie Gold.
Max will be a cast member in the 
Tree Lighting ice show in Providence, Rhode Island.
Tree Lighting ice show in Providence, Rhode Island.Fri Dec 3 at 5:00 pm Eastern time.
Filmed by no less than On Ice Perspectives! [So perhaps(?) some video clips will be made available? 
]
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CVI1RkxLU2o/ (Oct 17)
Hosted by Nancy Kerrigan.
Among other cast members: Sean Rabbitt, Heidi Munger, Gracie Gold.
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Holiday show alert:
Max will be a cast member in the
Fri Dec 3 at 5:00 pm Eastern time.
Filmed by no less than On Ice Perspectives! [So perhaps(?) some video clips will be made available?
https://www.instagram.com/p/CVI1RkxLU2o/ (Oct 17)
Hosted by Nancy Kerrigan.
Among other cast members: Sean Rabbitt, Heidi Munger, Gracie Gold.
More New England show alerts for next week:
Max will return to the Boston Common Tree Lighting as the special guest star of the Frog Pond Skating Spectacular.
as the special guest star of the Frog Pond Skating Spectacular.https://scboston.org/event/frog-pond-skating-spectacular-at-the-boston-common-tree-lighting/
https://www.facebook.com/FrogPondBoston/posts/6829028133804989?__tn__=-R
(Max previously was the guest star in 2019.)https://www.facebook.com/FrogPondBoston/posts/6829028133804989?__tn__=-R
[2] Fri Dec 3 at 5:00 pm (mentioned in earlier post)
Max will be a cast member in the Tree Lighting ice show in Providence, Rhode Island.
Tree Lighting ice show in Providence, Rhode Island.[3] Sat Dec 4 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Max will be a cast member of Skating Club of Boston's "A Night of Stars" ice show, which is part of its special grand opening celebration.
Ticket purchase required ($40). Hosted by Scott Hamilton, the show is a benefit for his foundation.
(Yes, the new SCOB location has been in operation for over a year, but this event is billed as "special grand opening.")
Also among the cast: Mirai, Ashley Wagner, Castelli/Shnapir; current SCOB skaters Jimmy Ma, Max Naumov, Gabbie Izzo, Lu/Mitrofanov, Chan/Howe, Will Annis; Haydenettes; and more.
Ticket purchase required ($40). Hosted by Scott Hamilton, the show is a benefit for his foundation.
(Yes, the new SCOB location has been in operation for over a year, but this event is billed as "special grand opening.")
Also among the cast: Mirai, Ashley Wagner, Castelli/Shnapir; current SCOB skaters Jimmy Ma, Max Naumov, Gabbie Izzo, Lu/Mitrofanov, Chan/Howe, Will Annis; Haydenettes; and more.
ETA (on Dec 1):
Cancellation of the Dec 2 Frog Pond Skating Spectacular was announced today -- because the venue will not be ready in time.
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OMG, @clairecloutier interviewed Max at length for a wonderful new article!
Many thanks, Claire! Loved reading the whole thing -- with Max's thoughts on his past, present, and future!
Parts of it made me teary
, in a good way.
It is exciting to learn that Max is realizing his goal of working in NYC in finance.
But best of all, you really conveyed what a great person Max is -- as well as great champion, great team-mate, and great coach.
https://figureskatersonline.com/news/2021/11/30/max-aaron-always-give-100-percent-every-single-day/ (Nov 30)
Many thanks, Claire! Loved reading the whole thing -- with Max's thoughts on his past, present, and future!
Parts of it made me teary
, in a good way.It is exciting to learn that Max is realizing his goal of working in NYC in finance.
But best of all, you really conveyed what a great person Max is -- as well as great champion, great team-mate, and great coach.
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Local TV reporter's interview and mini-lesson with charming Max, live this morning on SCOB ice (3:35 in length, Dec 2):
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CW-7-btjxnS/ (Dec 2)
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www.boston25news.com
(I'll forgive Boston 25 News for getting the year of Max's U.S. title wrong.)
(SCOB's novice ice dancers Effie Chen and Jack Liu are seen practicing in the background.
They are in the cast of the Providence show.
They placed sixth in U.S. Championship Series, and qualified for 2022 National High Performance Development Camp.)
ETA (on Dec 3):
ETA (on Dec 3):
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CW-7-btjxnS/ (Dec 2)
'A Night of Stars' at The Skating Club of Boston
(I'll forgive Boston 25 News for getting the year of Max's U.S. title wrong.)
(SCOB's novice ice dancers Effie Chen and Jack Liu are seen practicing in the background.
They are in the cast of the Providence show.
They placed sixth in U.S. Championship Series, and qualified for 2022 National High Performance Development Camp.)
ETA:
Effie and Jack will skate in SCOB's A Night of Stars show as well, per this post which includes a group photo with Max too:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CW_XbC8L-tw/ (Dec 2)
https://www.instagram.com/p/CW_XbC8L-tw/ (Dec 2)
ETA (on Dec 3):
Video snippet of Max's performance tonight at Providence show is linked below.
Thanks to Ice Tea Podcast, which tweeted a thread of clips from assorted skaters.
The 28-second clip of Max (at 7:24 pm Eastern Time) comes after the clip of Sean Rabbitt.
https://twitter.com/IceTeaPod/status/1466926314389180421?s=20 (Dec 3)
Thanks to Ice Tea Podcast, which tweeted a thread of clips from assorted skaters.
The 28-second clip of Max (at 7:24 pm Eastern Time) comes after the clip of Sean Rabbitt.
https://twitter.com/IceTeaPod/status/1466926314389180421?s=20 (Dec 3)
ETA (on Dec 3):
Came across video from 2006 Nats of Max's Intermediate FS (with commentary) and post-competition interview. I think he would have been thirteen years old.
https://youtu.be/AWLC3zHmlo0 (3:30, uploaded Feb 2021)
https://youtu.be/AWLC3zHmlo0 (3:30, uploaded Feb 2021)
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Full video of the Providence show will premiere today -- two hours from now -- on On Ice Perspectives channel on YouTube.
Thank you, Jordan Cowan!!!
(The entire show, not only Max's performance. The always-amazing Jordan has provided time-stamps for everything.)
'An Evening to Remember' - 2021 Tree Lighting in Providence, RI, Hosted by Nancy Kerrigan
Thank you to the City of Providence Rhode Island, Sarah DiNardo and Brad Vigorito for having Jordan Cowan of @On Ice Perspectives film the 2021 Tree Lighting...
youtu.be
From USFS article re SCOB grand opening:
" ... Happy shrieks then welcomed famous performers onto the ice. Aaron skated a powerful, polished program to “Cry Me a River,” with two triple toe loops. ..."
https://www.usfigureskating.org/news/article/starry-celebration (published Dec 8)
https://www.usfigureskating.org/news/article/starry-celebration (published Dec 8)
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Max looked great! In spectacular shape (as you would expect). Two 3Ts, one a little wonky, but still with plenty of height, speed, and room for another rotation if he should choose it. A scratch, plenty of speed and well-centered. He was smiling all the time and looked so wonderfully happy.
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Max will be appearing in Ice Dreams shows again!!! This time for a national tour.
If(?) the locations are listed in chronological order, the first stop would be on April 8 in Morristown, NJ.
And the tenth and last stop (although "pending") would be on June 10 on Long Island, NY.
If(?) the locations are listed in chronological order, the first stop would be on April 8 in Morristown, NJ.
And the tenth and last stop (although "pending") would be on June 10 on Long Island, NY.
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Coming up one week from today, Max will be in a show in Klamath Falls, Oregon, on Saturday March 5.
He performed in this show in 2020 too.
Also among the 2022 cast: Ashley Wagner, Knierim/Frazier, Polina Edmunds, Carreira/Ponomarenko, Paige Rydberg, Sam Mindra, Alena Budko.
Information here: https://www.facebook.com/klamathice/photos/a.210443335644826/4829994900356290/ (Jan 7)
Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gotta-...gure-skating-spectacular-tickets-240535206277
He performed in this show in 2020 too.
Also among the 2022 cast: Ashley Wagner, Knierim/Frazier, Polina Edmunds, Carreira/Ponomarenko, Paige Rydberg, Sam Mindra, Alena Budko.
Information here: https://www.facebook.com/klamathice/photos/a.210443335644826/4829994900356290/ (Jan 7)
Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gotta-...gure-skating-spectacular-tickets-240535206277
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