Matt Farrell mentioned US Figure Skating is behind other national governing bodies in terms of philanthropy, so one of his key moves right now is the establishment of a philanthropy department.

"We really want to continue to support them so that they have the opportunity to earn medals. If they are able to achieve that citizenship, then all of that data (to help in Olympic team selection) already exists." - Justin Dillion, U.S. Figure Skating High Performance Director

I don't understand...nothing at SOI screamed, "Let's return to competition!" At least to not to me? Maybe it's just me.

Jimmy Ma - I would best describe this SP as "Techno Video Game Firebird." 4 toe, 3 Axel, wild turn on the first jump of combo and adds an extra turn before stepping up into the 3toe. Footwork good, typical Ma intensity. His change in summer training worked. Leads with 78.74.

Roman Sadovsky (CAN) fell on the first jump of his combo (3 Lutz), 4sal got a Q. Post-event, he was overheard complaining about the Lutz, sounds like that was the miscue he was most perturbed about.

Donovan Carrillo (MEX) called under on his quad Salchow but otherwise, one of the best SPs I've seen him do. Repeating Hip Hip Chin Chin was a smart move.

I really enjoyed Liam Kapeikis' (USA) SP, even though the 3Axel wasn't his friend today. The spins and transitions were nice.