2008 U.S. Figure Skating Championships – part I
I had an awesome time at the 2008 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Paul! I had really great seats at one corner and got to see a lot of jumps, spins, and incredible elegance and athleticism. I took over 350 photos, because I just couldn’t help myself. Unfortunately, the ice was so bright and reflective that my camera made almost every photo dimmer than it should be. So, it is going to take me a while to go through them and fix them.
The things that just amazed me were how gorgeous everything looked in person. The ice was so bright and when the skaters would get out there, it would just look incredibly flashy and dynamic. It was very exciting to see them warm-up and practice. And then when each performance would start, the potential to see another great routine would give me a thrill.
Some of them looked so happy as they nailed their performances, that was really special.
There are more little tidbits, but I will tell them as I post the pics.
These are photos of Mirai Nagasu, the gold medal winner in the senior ladies division. She is only 14! Can you believe it?
This is my favorite spin position. I just think it looks incredible – and also hard to believe that they can do it.
Another elegant position.
Jump
and landing
I will probably post more photos almost every day this week – most likely of the top skaters in each category. I’ll have to work on the rest as time permits next weekend. So, check back if you want to see more!
Jenski says:
Great pictures and action shots! Ice skating and gymnastics are the two (Olympic) sports I loooooove to watch and have never come anywhere near being able to do.