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Exciting Ice Dance Teams Announced for 2025 Championships!

2025-01-25

Author: Ming

U.S. Figure Skating has officially revealed its highly anticipated ice dance selections for three prestigious events in 2025: the ISU World Figure Skating Championships, the ISU World Junior Figure Skating Championships, and the ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships.

These talented duos were chosen following a competitive round at the 2025 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships held in Wichita, Kansas, showcasing the best of American figure skating talent.

2025 World Championships Selections:

Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko

Madison Chock and Evan Bates

Caroline Green and Michael Parsons

Alternates:

1. Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik

2. Emily Bratti and Ian Somerville

3. Oona Brown and Gage Brown

Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko have consistently demonstrated artistic flair and technical prowess, placing them as one of the top teams to watch at the world level. Meanwhile, veteran duo Madison Chock and Evan Bates, who have previously medaled in national and international competitions, will aim to leverage their extensive experience.

2025 World Junior Championships Selections:

Hana Maria Aboian and Daniil Veseluhkin

Caroline Mullen and Brendan Mullen

Katarina Wolfkostin and Dimitry Tsarevski

Alternates:

1. Elliana Peal and Ethan Peal

2. Olivia Ilin and Dylan Cain

3. Michelle Deych and Ryan Hu

The junior team selections showcase promising young talents, with Hana Maria Aboian and Daniil Veseluhkin standing out after impressive performances throughout the season. The Mullen siblings also bring a unique sibling synergy, which could prove advantageous in their upcoming endeavors.

2025 Four Continents Championships Selections:

Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko

Madison Chock and Evan Bates

Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik

This trio of teams will represent the U.S. at the Four Continents Championships, an event that allows skaters from across North America, Asia, and Oceania to compete at a high level. Skating enthusiasts are eagerly waiting to see how these selections perform on the international stage.

With the figure skating season heating up, fans are advised to stay tuned for further updates and performances from these skaters as they prepare for 2025. Will the U.S. teams bring home gold? Only time will tell!