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Well, then.

I think we might need a computer tech panel, but not computer judges. The judges should be selected through a universal standard, and should be held accountable for what they do, but replacing them with computers is likely not the answer.

Dammit.

She did Mussorgsky?! Who's this girl?

We have some fresh music! Hope the programs are fresh, too.

I don't think he can pull off the SP. It's good enough choreography, but he lacks the right kind of charm and projection and commitment for it. He could develop it... I am not holding out hopes for that.

I remember when he got 92 PCS. I don't think ballet suits Nathan, and Nemesis was the program he did the best. MLD was a beautiful program, that lost everything by the end of the season. He never developed any ability to deliver it convincingly, either, though.

No, you're right, IMO. The first half seems like Mao's Last Dancer, the second half seems like Nemesis, and there's also this:

We'll see. I do think there's probably a reason behind "why" he isn't quick enough (his gain of speed using his lean isn't the best, for instance), but yeah lighter, speedier choreo would help him train that.

Pretty much. I don't think his skills are that lacking (his SS aren't bad at all, and his edges are good when he's "into" a performance), but it's just why he feels heavy to me. Maybe this is a better description? His issue is more here than in his edging.

Apparently his FS is similar to something Jeremy Abbott did a bit back? https://youtu.be/Gr0PMlUanRo

What if it turns out to be balletic hip-hop? Well, yes. The NA style for men does seem to focus on more of edging, and "strength". He doesn't have Chan's skills, but I'd still describe him as heavy: his weight-transfer is off, and his balance is lacking, leading to (relatively) poor flow and speed, and also makes him look clunky. (ETA: LOL, realized you said the same thing in a different way. Yeah, it's the control of his weight and balance.)

He's very heavy somehow. He's a tiny guy. It's so confusing.

Did he not use his knees on his triples before either? I don't remember, and that looks like a 3Lz.

Wow. That looks terrible.

Apparently, Nathan did his programs in Sun Valley. Any vids?

I hope they'll be prepared with all their elements by the time of their first GP.

My condolences to his friends and family.

Weeelll he didn't say what the tracks in the Mask will be. I like Hey Pachuco, but seems like that's not what it will be. :'(

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/sports/2018/07/13/figure-skating/exclusive-jins-move-train-hanyu-orser-toronto-not-happening/#.W0hi8tIzZPZ

Is the nickname "Yuzu" a fan-given one? Does it have anything to do with this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citrus_junos ?

Dang I forgot about them sexy ballet arms.