2017 PRUDENTIAL U.S. FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS

WHAT TO WATCHLADIES AND MEN’S SINGLES Form, style, technique, concentration and the ability to perform under pressure are key requirements for ladies and men’s singles skaters. Competed over two days, the athletes perform a short program and a free skate. Both programs showcase the elegance, athleticism and talent synonymous with the sport of figure skating. Come check out the singles competitions if you love the power and beauty of figure skating!

PAIRSPairs skating combines the athleticism of singles skating with the precision of ice dance, mixed with the death-defying acrobatics of overhead lifts, twists and throws. Each movement is performed in unison to demonstrate exact timing between the partners in both the short program and the free skate. If you love a thrill, the pairs events are not to be missed!

SPRINT CENTER | KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI

All times centralTHURSDAY, JAN. 19, 20174 p.m. Championship pairs short program7:30 p.m. Opening Ceremony featuring skaters from the Greater Kansas City Area Championship ladies short program

FRIDAY, JAN. 20, 20175 p.m. Championship short dance7:30 p.m. Championship men’s short program

SATURDAY, JAN. 21, 20179:30 a.m. Championship pairs free skate (early groups) Championship free dance (early groups)2 p.m. Championship pairs free skate (final groups) Championship free dance (final groups) Championship pairs & ice dance medal ceremony6 p.m. Championship ladies free skate Championship ladies medal ceremony SUNDAY, JAN. 22, 20171 p.m. Championship men’s free skate Championship men’s medal ceremony7:30 p.m. Smucker’s Skating Spectacular

Juvenile-junior level athletes will compete Jan. 15-20 at Sprint Center and Silverstein Eye Centers Arena. Event times subject to change.

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ICE DANCEIf you love “Dancing with the Stars,” this is the event for you! Unlike pairs skating, ice dance is based on aspects of dance including rhythm, interpretation and precision. Its beauty lies in its creativity, choreography and theatrical and innovative aspects. The short dance will feature performances to a required rhythm of blues, swing or hip hop. The free dance will be highlighted by innovative footwork, spins and lifts.

SMUCKER’S SKATING SPECTACULARThe Smucker’s Skating Spectacular will take place the evening of Jan. 22 and will close out the competition. Skaters will perform creative programs of their choosing, free from the scrutiny of the judges, with show lights and costumes. The Smucker’s Skating Spectacular is a fun and entertaining event for the whole family, celebrating the newly crowned medalists!

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