Rachael Flatt Appreciation Thread

[christinaskater]

Rachael is so amazing!

She is so mature on the ice, so artistic!!!

She is amazing, i love her!


Sadly she has no videos at youtube!

 

[mandykane21]

So glad this thread was made! I love her to death and think she's overlooked so much! She's got a few videos on youtube (but certianly not enough, IMO!)

Here's her short from last years nationals (still my favorite program from her)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hvYIYkNjfM

Here's her long from JPG in Germany (the one she came in second, I think)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=898OnWAHdXQ&feature=related

And here's her EX from the 05' Nationals
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xzvEfa_MKc&feature=related

I so wish there was more of her and there are a few more videos, but sadly just a few.

 

[Joesitz (RIP)]

Two things amazed me:

1st and foremost was Rachael's improvement in her presentation.

2nd for landing those jumps correctly.

Joe

 

[georgia]

Rachel's performances, captured me at Nationals!
If her body stays faithful to her, watch out skating world!

 

[flying camel]

I'm so happy for Rachael. I am glad it was finally her chance to shine. I can't wait to see how she fits into the senior GP events. I am sure she will get invited to Skate America. It's so excting. Rachael actually reminds me a little of Elaine Zayek. Does any one else see it?

 

[gio]

Rachael actually reminds me a little of Elaine Zayek. Does any one else see it?

IMO, the styles are opposites, but physically (her face) reminds of Elaine.

 

[london_calling]

I became a fan of Rachael after watching her 2007 National performances. I loved her short program and thought she had tremendous potential. But I still can't believe in only one year how much she has improved and accomplished.

I love her skating style and her consistency is simply amazing.

 

[JonnyCoop]

Rachael had THE performance of the Ladies at Nationals this year and actually rather won me over; I was less than impressed with her presentation last year (I thought she was relying too much on cutesy facial expressions to interpret the music), but this year -- WOW!! Now I can understand what all the hype was about!

 

[Wrlmy]

She is by far the most consistent skater of this year. It's simply amazing, considering she was injured last year. And I have to disagree with whoever calls her immature or juniorish. I love her musicality, arm carriage, and soft landings.

 

[skatergirl45]

I also love her.
Watching her, it is ovious that she loves to skate and to me, that is much more important than a beillman. lol

 

[merrywidow]

Congratulations to Rachael. I think it's terrific that all 3 of our youngest skaters at Sr. Nat'ls this year have done so well internationally. Watch out World!

 

[christinaskater]

Rachael Flatt at the Junior Worlds

at last she has a video


http://youtube.com/watch?v=Vgde0uwH2ag

 

[georgia]

Rachael Flatt at the Junior Worlds

at last she has a video


http://youtube.com/watch?v=Vgde0uwH2ag

Thanks!
Great program.

 

[nubka]

Way to go Rachel!!! I'm so excited for her win, and I'd really love to see her on the top of the podium at next year's Nationals...

 

[demarinis5]

I am happy that Rachael won. How could you not love the way she skated that LP. The judges got it right this time. Rachael looked so happy on the podium, she was beaming. I thought she was going to pass out with the excitement of it all. Well deserved win for Rachael.

 

[passion]

Beautiful jumps! Beautiful presentation! She's been an underdog for so long behind Mirai and Caroline. It's so great to see her do so well and skate a perfect program! Definitely, she has more speed than Caroline.

 

[sillylionlove]

All I have to say is that it looks good for the US in years to come. The young girls rock. Way to go Rachel!!

 

[dizzydi7]

What I like about Rachael is her style. She really puts her programs out there and shows a lot of personality in her presentation. In fact, that's what I find so appealing with all three of the Junior Champs. Both Caroline and Mirai have a wonderful presence on the ice and a style all their own. To me, that's what really defines a figure skater. All three should have great careers.

Dizzy

 

[kittyjake5]

What I like about Rachael is her style. She really puts her programs out there and shows a lot of personality in her presentation. In fact, that's what I find so appealing with all three of the Junior Champs. Both Caroline and Mirai have a wonderful presence on the ice and a style all their own. To me, that's what really defines a figure skater. All three should have great careers.

Dizzy

What you say is so true. I will watch Rachael and say to myself she is my favorite then I watch Caroline and Mirai and I say the same thing. All three of these young ladies bring special qualities to skating. I have decided to make all three my favorites right know.

 

[Jennifer Lyon]

I first saw Rachael Flatt at Skate Detroit back when she was at the intermediate level. I've been following her skating career ever since then and I am thrilled that she won Junior Worlds.