I love how all the girls now attempt to do her I-spin, but no one can touch her in terms of flexibility, strength & the pure pure line that she has. Never hit a bad position & everything was finished off.
Really well done. I still think this is my favorite of all the long programs she did. I’m very partial to the music but I thought she interpreted it so beautifully. The arrangement of the moves was flawless and went perfectly with the roses and falls of the music. That footwork section was absolutely outstanding. The two spins at the end were phenomenal. Beautiful costume. It all works as a package.
I T Compared to today’s programs, yes, but not compared to programs back then. The programs these days are too busy whereas every choreographic move in this program has a purpose, and Sasha held every position to its fullest extension rather than rushing through them. Skating needs to get back to programs like this, where you can enjoy each move. Maybe this program could have done with a few more transitions, but the focus on transitions has led to a lot of superfluous ones that take away from the enjoyment of the programs, imo.
I like this better than the new ones, there are great skaters right now like Alina Zagitova from Russia and from the US Mariah Bell however right now is all about the jumps and super complicated fast spins that they don’t give us chance to see the artistry or the spins with details.
She has spoiled me. I can't barely watch the girls now with the constant arm flailing and unfinished movements. The jumps of course would not be competitive today but she's still hands down the best as far as artistry and grace.
indysk8r32 Agree completely. Skating is tough to watch now. Sasha was inconsistent and sometimes her jump technique was a little shaky, but overall she was the complete package. Her choreography had purpose. She was taught to finish each move. It all works.
Her style and artistry are unmatched. A title would've been the icing, however no guarantee that one would've had an emotional experience from just watching. I think the ability to captivate, to hold an audience spellbound, to quiet an arena so you could 'hear a pin drop' (quotes from commentators), are the gifts that make her No. 1.
+Angie Montreal I think that's a bit harsh. Yes she was never a WORLD champion but is a Grand Prix final champion, national champion and has won countless other international medals with many being gold. She is one of my favorites of all time even though watching her was one of the most frustrating things ever because she COULD have been unbeatable and one of the best in history. There are a lot of skaters out there that brought something to the sport and are remembered in the sport but haven't actually won a world title... Nancy Kerrigan, Janet Lynn, Johnny Weir, Surya Bonaly and countless others haven't been world champions but are still legends and I think Sasha is right up there with them.
Sasha's skating is perfection. I agree with indy8r32. Watching the skaters of today who jump well technically but skate aimlessly with no artistry or interpretation is so disappointing - just lackluster. This is what truly beautiful skating looks like.
vistaprime Completely agree. Tarasova had already done the work when Sasha got the silver at 2004 Worlds under Robin Wagner. She had barely been with Robin at that point. Not enough time for Robin to have contributed much of significance
Part of the problem is that if Sasha were to be coached by Tarasova , is that Sasha would have to be committed to be trained abroad in Russia , but when she trained at her home base, she started out with John Nicks. Tarasova worked with many other Russian figure skaters and one skater from Georgia.
Love her Ina Bauer into the double axel. A move copied by none other than Yuna Kim. Yuna also cherished her I-spin but could never quite do it as well as Sasha....You know Yuna revered her by her actions, actual performances, rather than just the lip service she gave to Kwan.
+HowsaBowsaYowsa Agreed. I find it interesting how I often hear other skaters saying Michelle Kwan is the skater they idolize, but it's Sasha's moves they all attempt to imitate.
+Dennis G Because before Sasha, there was Michelle who conquered the world of figure skating by storm. Figure skating was popular again because of Michelle. Sasha is indeed a brilliant skater, but she rarely holds it together like Michelle does (disappointing). Sasha reminds me of Nicole Bobek. I actually liked Nicole's skating more than Michelle's, until she fails on her jumps, much like Sasha. Sasha was also vocal about idolizing Michelle, but if you look at her spirals and spins, I see Nicole's influence in it.
John Kenward Alyssa. Could. Not. Jump. So graceful, spins were unreal, but I've never seen an Alyssa program in which she cleanly and confidently landed jumps. I know she developed serious injuries -- I feel like she fractured her pelvis or something horrific like that -- and she clearly struggled with nerves (you could see her shaking in her starting position), but it always seemed (to my amateur eye) like she also struggled with the fundamental technique and controlling the torque within her relatively tall body.
Well she started with John Nicks, and then decided to go to Robin Wagner, who I guess liked her just as much. Tarasova has more experience with coaching than do Nicks and Wagner. I just don’t think that Nicks was right for her.
lol don't get your pants in a bunch... If what you've stated is true. ... and I'm not disputing that, then what I've stated must be my opinion, to which I'm entitled to, and therefore undebateable.
I love how all the girls now attempt to do her I-spin, but no one can touch her in terms of flexibility, strength & the pure pure line that she has. Never hit a bad position & everything was finished off.
I love how all the girls now attempt to do Sasha's fall.....and no one could be better at fell than Sasha.
@@TT-ee4qp and yet she will be remembered a lot more than today's skaters. Nice to see you trolling my comments🤣
@@troyaturner1979 You're welcome, no problem. Take it easy. *\(^o^)/*
@@TT-ee4qp you as well!
That layback spin at 4:50 is just divine. Her arm movement is so musical, graceful, elegant. I love this girl.
The straight-line footwork was absolutely amazing
Really well done. I still think this is my favorite of all the long programs she did. I’m very partial to the music but I thought she interpreted it so beautifully. The arrangement of the moves was flawless and went perfectly with the roses and falls of the music. That footwork section was absolutely outstanding. The two spins at the end were phenomenal. Beautiful costume. It all works as a package.
Looking back now, I think this program is fairly empty choreographically.
I T Compared to today’s programs, yes, but not compared to programs back then. The programs these days are too busy whereas every choreographic move in this program has a purpose, and Sasha held every position to its fullest extension rather than rushing through them. Skating needs to get back to programs like this, where you can enjoy each move. Maybe this program could have done with a few more transitions, but the focus on transitions has led to a lot of superfluous ones that take away from the enjoyment of the programs, imo.
Maybe, but it didn't make any difference to the overall impact. I am tired of today's twirling-dervish "choreography."
Hands down my favorite skater of all time!
I truly enjoy seeing the performances of past skaters! I enjoy seeing Sasha skate!
I like this better than the new ones, there are great skaters right now like Alina Zagitova from Russia and from the US Mariah Bell however right now is all about the jumps and super complicated fast spins that they don’t give us chance to see the artistry or the spins with details.
She has spoiled me. I can't barely watch the girls now with the constant arm flailing and unfinished movements. The jumps of course would not be competitive today but she's still hands down the best as far as artistry and grace.
indysk8r32 Agree completely. Skating is tough to watch now. Sasha was inconsistent and sometimes her jump technique was a little shaky, but overall she was the complete package. Her choreography had purpose. She was taught to finish each move. It all works.
Sasha you're still No. 1
Her style and artistry are unmatched. A title would've been the icing, however no guarantee that one would've had an emotional experience from just watching. I think the ability to captivate, to hold an audience spellbound, to quiet an arena so you could 'hear a pin drop' (quotes from commentators), are the gifts that make her
No. 1.
+Angie Montreal I think that's a bit harsh. Yes she was never a WORLD champion but is a Grand Prix final champion, national champion and has won countless other international medals with many being gold. She is one of my favorites of all time even though watching her was one of the most frustrating things ever because she COULD have been unbeatable and one of the best in history. There are a lot of skaters out there that brought something to the sport and are remembered in the sport but haven't actually won a world title... Nancy Kerrigan, Janet Lynn, Johnny Weir, Surya Bonaly and countless others haven't been world champions but are still legends and I think Sasha is right up there with them.
+Sandra Elliston I wholeheartedly agree.
Respect. She is talented skater with innovative movements and effortless grace.
Look at 5:51 Her coach was shocked at the side after she did a triple salchow and double toe loop. xD
Sasha's skating is perfection. I agree with indy8r32. Watching the skaters of today who jump well technically but skate aimlessly with no artistry or interpretation is so disappointing - just lackluster. This is what truly beautiful skating looks like.
M Dali so true amazing
She should have stayed with Tarasova.
vistaprime Completely agree. Tarasova had already done the work when Sasha got the silver at 2004 Worlds under Robin Wagner. She had barely been with Robin at that point. Not enough time for Robin to have contributed much of significance
Tarasova fixed her technique issues, especially on her jumps which allowed her to be more competitive.
Part of the problem is that if Sasha were to be coached by Tarasova , is that Sasha would have to be committed to be trained abroad in Russia , but when she trained at her home base, she started out with John Nicks. Tarasova worked with many other Russian figure skaters and one skater from Georgia.
Huge program.
Now I can see how Michelle impacted Sasha, Sasha told people that she learned a lot from Michelle's performance.
we get it
хорошая девочка,
Love her Ina Bauer into the double axel. A move copied by none other than Yuna Kim. Yuna also cherished her I-spin but could never quite do it as well as Sasha....You know Yuna revered her by her actions, actual performances, rather than just the lip service she gave to Kwan.
+HowsaBowsaYowsa Agreed. I find it interesting how I often hear other skaters saying Michelle Kwan is the skater they idolize, but it's Sasha's moves they all attempt to imitate.
+Dennis G Because before Sasha, there was Michelle who conquered the world of figure skating by storm. Figure skating was popular again because of Michelle. Sasha is indeed a brilliant skater, but she rarely holds it together like Michelle does (disappointing). Sasha reminds me of Nicole Bobek. I actually liked Nicole's skating more than Michelle's, until she fails on her jumps, much like Sasha. Sasha was also vocal about idolizing Michelle, but if you look at her spirals and spins, I see Nicole's influence in it.
+HowsaBowsaYowsa Actually, no one has ever to do an I Spin better than Sasha!!!!
Incredible Mann Alyssa czisny had a better I soon..she was the next Sasha
John Kenward Alyssa. Could. Not. Jump. So graceful, spins were unreal, but I've never seen an Alyssa program in which she cleanly and confidently landed jumps. I know she developed serious injuries -- I feel like she fractured her pelvis or something horrific like that -- and she clearly struggled with nerves (you could see her shaking in her starting position), but it always seemed (to my amateur eye) like she also struggled with the fundamental technique and controlling the torque within her relatively tall body.
Tarasova gave her better technique but she moved to another trainer -and it was the biggest mistake in her career!
Well she started with John Nicks, and then decided to go to Robin Wagner, who I guess liked her just as much. Tarasova has more experience with coaching than do Nicks and Wagner. I just don’t think that Nicks was right for her.
super
5.5, really. Well, when a judge can look at yay and give a 5.5, we know they have a favorite. Just give what is due. She was almost perfect.
lol don't get your pants in a bunch... If what you've stated is true. ... and I'm not disputing that, then what I've stated must be my opinion, to which I'm entitled to, and therefore undebateable.
None Lovelier...
I like Mao Asada's version of this music so much better.
Peggy was wrong about the spiral.
+Josh Benefield Hmm. And who, pray tell, do you believe had a better spiral than Sasha's?
+Josh Benefield OH YEAH. ALL OF THE RUSSIAN GIRLS HAVE BETTER SPIRALS!!!! DUMB ASS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh God, get real.
@Anne C Саша тренировалась у Тарасовой??…
Anne C None of the Russian girls have had better spirals than Sasha, not even Yulia.