In this issue SKATING
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Editor’s letter Icebreakers Where are they now? U.S. Collegiate Championships Adult Corner Club matters Junior Grand Prix Community grant recipients S.T.A.R.S. top performers Basic Skills honors Rinkside Kids Zone Kids Spotlight Athlete Corner In synch Results Statement of ownership Classifi eds/puzzle answers
On the cover
Photo by Hans Rosemond Three-time and reigning U.S. champion Ashley Wagner and two-time and reigning U.S. silver medalist Adam Rippon share a close friendship that has gotten both of them through some diffi cult times in their storied skating careers. The California training mates, though, also know how to kick back and have fun together. They go on vacations, stop by each other’s houses unannounced, dine out and share fashion tips. A story about this unique bond starts on page 22. Enjoy!
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Team USA kicks off season at Champs Camp.
Piercyn Hunt claims fi fth National Showcase title.
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Top Skate America fi eld to battle in Milwaukee.
Experts share thoughts on spin technique.
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