Russian Junior Test Skates 2022

[Flying Feijoa]

I taught everyone did decently well I mean it wasn't a disaster by any means. I guess the free skates weren't as good as the as they could have been but with so many ultra c jumps it was bound to be a little bit of a fall fest at least this early in the season I mean the 1st Russian cup stage for junior was over 2 months away so not everyone was going to be in their best form

Also i fail to see what another test skates will exactly do like isn't the whole point of test skate for the skaters and coaches to get feedback and improve the programs and elements. its not like they are choosing who gets a JGP either like other years where you can justify holding another one. Never mind that moscow championships are soon where all the skaters that took part in here that are from moscow will be there and I know SPB test skates are coming up and im not sure if juniors are allowed but if they aren't just make everyone take part in moscow championships and see how they do in an actual competitive setting instead.

Exactly, if they wanted to see better skates they should have either pushed Russian Cup stages to earlier or held the test skates later... The fed is full of coaches and ex-skaters, they should know what periodization is -.-

Maybe they're speaking from insecurity since test skates have become so open to public scrutiny (much as I enjoy watching it). Some fans don't understand the original focus on programme evaluation, see it as an actual competition and comment accordingly. The Fed should know better, but I suspect their ego is a bit bruised.

 

[lariko]

Honestly, what did the Fed expect? There is no JGP for the Russian juniors and the RGP will start at the end of October. Of course they are not in peak form in mid-August.

But whatever, test skates part two, bring it on. There can never be too many opportunities to see the guys!

Here's the link to the full interview, if anyone is interested: https://www.sport-express.ru/figure...ndree-anisimove-i-maksime-belyavskom-1965015/

That’s exactly what I told my mom, that they are skating on senior schedule, but test skates are still on junior one

 

[katymay]

Exactly, if they wanted to see better skates they should have either pushed Russian Cup stages to earlier or held the test skates later... The fed is full of coaches and ex-skaters, they should know what periodization is -.-

Maybe they're speaking from insecurity since test skates have become so open to public scrutiny (much as I enjoy watching it). Some fans don't understand the original focus on programme evaluation, see it as an actual competition and comment accordingly. The Fed should know better, but I suspect their ego is a bit bruised.

In the interview it seems they are more concerned with the boys, still she mentioned that the boys picked innovative music, (true by the way) the girls did not, so I wouldn't be surprised to see-say Nika's- programs changed-one or both of them. The girls are all wonderful skaters, some like Alina G. not recovered yet-but only Yametova stood out for program innovation and music.

 

[Flying Feijoa]

In the interview it seems they are more concerned with the boys, still she mentioned that the boys picked innovative music, (true by the way) the girls did not, so I wouldn't be surprised to see-say Nika's- programs changed-one or both of them. The girls are all wonderful skaters, some like Alina G. not recovered yet-but only Yametova stood out for program innovation and music.

I think the google-translated term 'guys' is unisex, might want to clarify with a Russian speaker though

 

[chooey]

Junior pairs test skate
Short program https://youtu.be/EQY3tapPvfE
Free program https://youtu.be/oXbSuMdUenQ

 

[LadyB]

I am really looking to the RusGP and pairs, omg, test skate for pairs! Can’t wait!

Neither can I. Today's the day! So much great talent in the pool, I'm really excited.

Of all disciplines, this time it's me who will watch deferred. I'm going away for a few days and the plane departs exactly at the same time as test skates start.... I'll catch up with it and with you asap. Enjoy!

 

[CrazyKittenLady]

Currently in the Russian press:

Gorshkov: Yes, I confirm, there will be second junior test skates.
Kogan: No, there will be no second junior test skates.

Lol

ETA: Everything apparently depends on the geological situation....

 

[AlexBreeze]

geological

I hope Championat journalists start reading what they actually write.

 

[katymay]

Currently in the Russian press:

Gorshkov: Yes, I confirm, there will be second junior test skates.
Kogan: No, there will be no second junior test skates.

Lol

ETA: Everything apparently depends on the geological situation....

Alina G, in her instagram says there WILL be another one. She seems excited to see everyone again.

 

[AlexBreeze]

Second Junior Test Skates will start on September 28 in Novogorsk.

'The athletes themselves have expressed this wish.'

Повторные юниорские прокаты фигуристов начнутся в Новогорске 28 сентября - ТАСС

Нынешние прокаты завершатся в Новогорске 30 августа

tass.ru

 

[lariko]

Why, but why? The absence of competitions is going to drive poor kids mad. But Gorshkov and Korgan should know better.

 

[Mariiiiskate]

Its starting!

 

[lariko]

I am traditionally stuck at work. Because it’s Wednesday… 7:30 am here… but I can’t wait to catch up! I will probably mix it with the JGP to make it a holistic FS experience for the weekend. Because for me, ain’t Figure skating without pairs!

 

[chooey]

Cartwheel seems to be a new trend

 

[Mariiiiskate]

ooh Yulia Artemyeva and Alexey Bryukhanov look good together other than that random fall that is.

 

[Mariiiiskate]

I just realized that they paired Anastasia a girl born in 2009 with Vladislav who is born in 2001 like this is her 1st junior eligible season and his last, this is a blatant 1 season pairing and its ridiculous.

 

[Jumping_Bean]

I just realized that they paired Anastasia a girl born in 2009 with Vladislav who is born in 2001 like this is her 1st junior eligible season and his last, this is a blatant 1 season pairing and its ridiculous.

This is actually her second junior season nationally if she's born in the first half of 2009, and she'd be senior-eligible in national competitions next year (skaters have to be at least 14). But yes, they wouldn't be able to compete internationally for 3 seasons.
If they aren't expecting to make it out of Russia anyways (due to the strong competition in pairs in Russia or the ongoing ban), they could wait it out.

 

[Mariiiiskate]

Not the best showing from Petushkova and Malikov also not fan of the short in general hopefully the free goes better

 

[Mariiiiskate]

This is actually her second junior season nationally, and she'd be senior-eligible in national competitions next year (skaters have to be at least 14). But yes, they wouldn't be able to compete internationally for 3 seasons.

i was talking about international competition but rising up to seniors internationally is pretty much impossible for that pairing. Not able to go to JGP and have to wait 3 seasons to start going to challengers to get a senior GP later on.

We also dont know if Russia will adapt to the new age eligibility rules and have skaters be 16 to be eligible for senior comps nationally by next season.

 

[Skatelife]

Quite enjoyable pairs, it's kind of sad here is full of talent and Courchavel won't have pairs