Skating Around the Globe Archives – International Figure Skating

2020 Cup of Russia Series

By Team IFS | Sep 14, 2020

The 2020 Cup of Russia series, the qualifying competitions for nationals, will play out on five stages. The first competition takes place in Syzran Sept. 18-22.

2020 Russian Test Skates

By Team IFS | Sep 8, 2020

The 2020 Russian senior test skates take place Sept. 12-13 in Moscow.

2020 Japan Open & Nationals Update

By Team IFS | Sep 8, 2020

The Japan skating federation is moving ahead with plans to hold the 2020 Japan Open at the Saitama Super Arena on Oct. 3.

“Holiday on Ice” Touring Opportunities

By Team IFS | Jun 23, 2020

Holiday on Ice has a variety of professional opportunities for skaters who are looking to continue their careers beyond the competitive arena.

Junior Revolution in Tallinn

By Susan D. Russell ©IFS | Jun 5, 2020

The 2020 World Junior Championships produced a host of outstanding performances with new champions crowned in all four disciplines.

Figure Skating Gets Back on Track

By Team IFS | May 22, 2020

With many nations around the world rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic, figure skating is slowly getting back on track.

Trusova Makes a Confident Decision

By Tatjana Flade ©IFS | May 15, 2020

Alexandra Trusova’s decision to change coaches caught everyone by surprise, but the young Russian has no doubts she has chosen the right path.

Nam Nguyen: Past, Present & Future

By Susan D. Russell ©IFS | Apr 23, 2020

Nam Nguyen talks about the ups and downs, and the highs and lows of last season.

Alysa Liu Sets Sights on World Junior Podium

By Elvin Walker ©IFS | Feb 25, 2020

Reigning U.S. champion, Alysa Liu will be in the hunt for a medal at the 2020 World Junior Championships, which take place in Tallinn, Estonia, March 2-8.