Category: Musings
Patrick Chan 2018 Canadian Nationals: 10-Time National Champion!
This is a special post, because for the first time ever I was able to travel to see Patrick in competition live. It will be a very long post where I will add in some of my personal experiences as appropriate. Also, I will keep updating this post as I sort through my raw footage […]
Patrick Chan Non-Nebelhorn Update, September 27-October 1, 2017
Last week, skating fans noticed the conspicuous absence of Patrick’s name from the Nebelhorn Trophy roster, which set off some speculation on the state of his health, why he dropped out, etc. According to Lynn Rutherford: Hearing Patrick Chan withdrew from Nebelhorn Trophy to allow more time to break in new skates. — Lynn Rutherford […]
Where the Blackbird Flies: Stop 2 – Canada
The end of October is almost upon us, and soon we will see Patrick at his first ISU Grand Prix event of the season in Mississauga, Ontario! Patrick plans to do his new quadruple jump and go head to head with longtime rival Yuzuru Hanyu. We are 1 day away from #SCI16!!!!!! Tickets: https://t.co/vn5yy43e8J / […]
Where the Blackbird Flies: Stop 1 – Finland
It’s hard to believe that summer has passed and skating season is upon us! This year, Patrick opens the 2016-2017 season in Espoo, Finland, where he will compete for the Finlandia Trophy. Here is a short preview of what he (and we) might see in Finland. The Timezone For those of you watching the event […]
Patrick Chan and the Search for the Golden Coach
Update 9/23/16: Patrick announced his new coaching team (article link) consisting of Marina Zoueva, Oleg Epstein and Johnny Johns. He will continue to train at the Arctic Edge Arena in Canton, Michigan. I wish him and his new coaching team the best. May harmony, understanding and encouragement prevail as they work together. Good luck, Patrick! […]