Nine Days & TEAM USA arrives in Colombia

U.S. skaters practice at last year's World Championships in Anyang, South Korea. (Photo: Linda Wood)

In less than 2 weeks, on August 10th, 24 skaters will board airplanes in their hometowns all over the United States. They will meet in either Texas or Florida and then board planes for the relatively short flight (roughly 4 hours) to Cali, Colombia.

Once they arrive, the skaters and staff will find their rooms, unpack and try to get some sleep before heading to the track for their first practice. They will have six days to prepare before opening ceremonies start on Friday, August 17th.

I have been in touch with a few of the skaters this week as they prepare for Worlds by attending residency in Colorado Springs. They have taken the time to answer some questions at their convenience. After attending five of the last seven residencies, I know there is not much time to relax, so I feel lucky to have had a couple of the skaters respond!

Come back and see what third-year Junior World Team member Hank Galbraith has to say about his expectations for this year's Championships!

Linda