Over the past week, several notable developments have occurred in the world of figure skating:
Upcoming Competitions:
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2026 NSG Figure Skating Competition: Scheduled for July 11, 2026, at the International Skating Center of Connecticut in Simsbury, CT. (event.csmg.org)
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2026-27 National Qualifying Series: U.S. Figure Skating has announced the schedule for the upcoming season, featuring 21 qualifying events across singles, pairs, and ice dance disciplines. The series begins in July and runs through October, culminating in the National Qualifying Series Finals in November. (usfigureskating.org)
Club Activities:
- Central Illinois Figure Skating Club (CIFSC): The club has outlined its July 2026 newsletter, highlighting events such as a Club Potluck and Pool Party on July 8, ice show registration due by July 10, and a Club Pool Party on July 26. (ci-fsc.org)
International Developments:
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ISU Appointments: The International Skating Union (ISU) appointed its first Heads of Officials to strengthen excellence in figure skating and speed skating. (isu.org)
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ISU Junior Grand Prix Events: The ISU has announced upcoming Junior Grand Prix events, including the Junior Grand Prix in Xi’an, China, from August 20 to 22, 2026, and in Riga, Latvia, from August 27 to 29, 2026. (isu.org)
These developments reflect the dynamic nature of the figure skating community, with preparations underway for the upcoming season and ongoing international initiatives.
