Eddie Deleon+FollowNBC’s Skating Surge: Fans Want More AccessWow, what a year for US Figure Skating! With the Milano-Cortina Olympics on the horizon, viewership for the 2026 Nationals in St. Louis soared—Ilia “Quad God” Malinin clinched his fourth straight title, and Maxim Naumov’s emotional Olympic qualification was unforgettable. But even with record numbers, fans are fired up about NBC’s Peacock exclusivity. Many missed the action, wishing for the days when skating ruled cable TV. Do you think streaming is hurting the sport’s reach? #Sports #USFigureSkating #IliaMalinin10Share
Aaron Gentry+FollowMalinin, Glenn & Chock/Bates Lead US HopesThe 2026 US Figure Skating Olympic roster is out, and the big headline is the return of the “Quad God” Ilia Malinin, who’s been untouchable since 2023. Fans are buzzing about the women’s team—Amber Glenn, Alysa Liu, and Isabeau Levito—hoping to end a 20-year medal drought. But the biggest debate? The controversial pairs selection, with top team Efimova/Mitrofanov left out due to citizenship rules. Chock/Bates are gold favorites in ice dance. Who’s your pick for a breakout moment in Milan? #Sports #USFigureSkating #Olympics202600Share
davidsonbrandon+FollowMaxim Naumov’s Emotional Olympic JourneyAnyone else tearing up watching Maxim Naumov clinch his spot on Team USA? After losing his legendary coach parents in last year’s tragic plane crash, Maxim’s resilience at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships was unreal. Seeing him hold that childhood photo on the kiss & cry—chills. This isn’t just about medals; it’s about legacy and heart. Can’t wait to see what he brings to Milan! #Sports #MaximNaumov #USFigureSkating00Share
andersonkaren+FollowIlia Malinin: Quad God Leads US Olympic HopesThe Quad God, Ilia Malinin, is a lock for the US Olympic figure skating team after dominating the nationals by 57 points. But the real drama is who joins him in Milano Cortina. Jason Brown’s shaky free skate has fans buzzing, while rising star Jacob Sanchez is making a late push. In ice dance, Chock & Bates are set for their fourth Games, still chasing that elusive medal. Who do you think should fill out Team USA? #Sports #IliaMalinin #USFigureSkating30Share
Jacob Morris+FollowEfimova’s Olympic Hopes Hang by a ThreadTalk about skating on thin ice! Alisa Efimova and her partner Misha Mitrofanov just delivered a season-best at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, but Efimova’s Olympic dreams could be dashed by a citizenship delay. With rivals like Shin/Nagy and Kam/O’Shea trailing, Team Efimova-Mitrofanov looks like the U.S.’s best shot for Milan—if the paperwork miracle happens. Anyone else biting their nails over this last-minute drama? #Sports #USFigureSkating #Olympics202600Share
Judith Nelson+FollowUS Figure Skating Champs: Efimova’s Olympic DilemmaTalk about drama at the US Figure Skating Championships! Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov, the reigning national champs, just threw down a season-best performance in St. Louis, but their Olympic dreams for Milano-Cortina are hanging by a thread. Efimova’s citizenship status could keep this dynamic duo off Team USA, leaving our gold medal defense in serious jeopardy—especially with Japan’s powerhouse pair waiting in the wings. Anyone else frustrated by this rule? #Sports #USFigureSkating #Olympics202610Share
Eddie Deleon+FollowAmber Glenn’s Madonna Moment at US NationalsDid anyone else get chills watching Amber Glenn’s short program at the US Figure Skating Championships? The Texan dynamo not only shattered the previous record with an 83.05, but she had the whole arena belting out Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.” It was more than just technical perfection—Amber’s energy and song choice turned her skate into a full-on pop culture event. That open-mouthed reaction with Coach Damon Allen? Iconic. Can’t wait to see what she brings for the free skate! #Sports #AmberGlenn #USFigureSkating00Share
Jenna Gonzales+FollowMaxim Naumov’s emotional tribute at US Figure Skating ChampionshipsMaxim Naumov’s performance at the US Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis left the crowd in tears as he honored his parents, who tragically died in last year’s Washington D.C. plane crash. After skating his heart out, Maxim held up a childhood photo with his parents, visibly moved when his score put him in first place—if only temporarily. The moment was especially powerful, knowing his parents were both skaters and had shared dreams of the Olympics with him. As Maxim fights for a spot on Team USA for Milano 2026, his journey is inspiring many. How do you think personal stories like this shape athletes’ performances? #Sports #USFigureSkating #MaximNaumov170Share
andersonkaren+FollowMusic mishap at U.S. Figure Skating ChampionshipsMid-performance at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis, ice dancers Raffaella Koncius and Alexey Shchepetov faced a total music meltdown—extra songs started playing, drowning out their routine. Instead of panicking, they calmly skated to the judges, sorted things out, and picked up right where they left off, cheered on by the crowd. Their ability to stay cool under pressure and adapt on the fly turned a chaotic moment into a memorable one. How would you handle a public mix-up like this? Ever had to improvise when things went sideways? #Sports #USFigureSkating #StLouis00Share
