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5210 Junior Pairs A. Test qualifications as of the closing date for entry to the regional championships: Both partners must have passed the junior moves in the field test or higher and the junior pair test (see note). Note: It is permissible for one or both of the partners to have passed the senior pair test and still remain eligible to compete at the junior level, provided that neither partner has competed at the senior pair level in a qualifying competition. Further, if a skater chooses to compete at the junior pair level, the skater must do so with a partner other than the one with whom the senior pair test was passed.
B. Age requirements as of Sept. 1 prior to the regional championships: None Must contain the following seven elements in any order LIFT One overhead lift
• Must be any toe lasso lift take-off (Group 5) • Full extension of the lifting arm(s) is mandatory
TWIST LIFT One twist lift (double) One throw jump
THROW JUMP
SOLO JUMP One solo jump SPIN
• Minimum of one and maximum of 3½ revolutions by the man • Take off must be a flip or a Lutz • Must be double or triple toe loop • Must be double loop or double Axel
One pair spin combination
• Only one change of foot (made at the same time by both partners) • At least two basic positions (or their variations) by both partners • Minimum of eight revolutions total • May not be commenced with a jump
DEATH SPIRAL
• The rotation must be continuous, and no stop is permitted One backward inside death spiral
• Only the prescribed death spiral is permitted
• When death spiral position is attained, both partners must execute one revolution with man in full pivot position
• Lady’s head must reach the level of her skating knee • Variations of arm holds are possible
STEP SEQUENCE One step sequence • Must fully utilize the ice surface
REMARKS • Unless otherwise stated, all elements must meet the general criteria and basic requirements in order to be counted (see rule section 5100).
• Connecting steps are permitted and must be marked. They are not additional elements. *Note: Requirements for future seasons can be found at usfigureskating.org
JUNIOR PAIRS SHORT PROGRAM (2013-14)* 2:50 maximum time