Jeremy Abbott

By Lee Ann Gschwind If, for the first time since 1988, an American man is to win Olympic gold, it could be reigning world champion Evan Lysacek . But it might just be Jeremy Abbott . In Spokane, Abbott put together back-to-back near perfect performances to defeat his better-known teammates - Lysacek, as well as fellow 2006 Olympian Johnny Weir - and claim his second straight U.S. title by a commanding margin of 25 points. If Abbott performs two programs in Vancouver like he did in Spokane, he...Read Full Story

Full disclaimer...HUGE @jeremyabbottpcf FAN so likely a biased answer is ahead... I don't think he's in any trouble. All skaters have gone through equipment issues. While it is an annoyance, most are prepared to handle it and I think Jeremy is no different. Even now he has, for the most part, worked out those problems. Who hasn't received his SP well...I thought it has been very well received? I for one LOVE it and it seemed like the judges at NHK liked it too. His only deduction was on a...Read Full Story

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U.S. champion Jeremy Abbott is leaving his coach of 10 years, Tom Zakrajsek, and will train with former world champ Yuka Sato at the Detroit Skating Club in Bloomfield Hills, Mich.Read Full Story

Jeremy Abbott will compete for the US men's figure skating Olympic team in the 2010 Olympics. Contributor: Jennifer Macon-Steele Published: Feb 16, 2010Read Full Story

Just in case you missed it, here's Jeremy chatting with Matt Lauer and skating on TODAY. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news , world news , and news about the economyRead Full Story

U.S. champion Jeremy Abbott is leaving his coach of 10 years, Tom Zakrajsek, and will train with former world champ Yuka Sato at the Detroit Skating Club in Bloomfield Hills, Mich.Read Full Story

Abbott started to skate at age four because he saw Robin Cousins skate in a show in Aspen, Colo. ... Participated in the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Program ... Competed in ice dancing with Amanda Cunningham (1995-1996), Katie Hoffmaster (1997-1998) and pairs with Brittany Vise (1998-1999) and Krystal Sorenson (2001-2002) ... Previously coached by Peggy Behr in Aspen... Overcame stress fracture in lower back during summer 2003 ... Started a fund with the Aspen Skating Club to support...Read Full Story

There are people you meet in this sport who are just plain special. They are the ones who elevate skating to another level, who share their time and considerable talents to support and promote the sport. Paul Wylie is the epitome of that special person. He is a gentleman - and a gentle man - who, through his personal experiences, triumphs and challenges, has taught many how to endure when the odds are seemingly against you. This is the wisdom Paul brought to Colorado Springs last week when he...Read Full Story

http://loopaxles.blogspot.com/search/label/Jeremy%20Abbott But the men really saved the day for me! For the first time this season I looked at a guy and thought, YES! Jeremy Abbott was fantastic. I don't think there was a bit of that tango music (tango's are big this season too!)that he didn't hit. Talk about working the system for every point your worth! A very much deserved win...long time in the making. I was impressed by Carriere as well! I don't think anyone, certainly not me, expected...Read Full Story