February 19, 2007

Hello Everyone,

Thanks once again for coming to my site. I recently just finished the season at the U.S. Championships in Spokane, Wash. I had a wonderful time in Spokane and had a great learning experience. Spokane had one of the most outrageous crowds I have ever seen at a Championship event in the past 10 years that I have competed there. They were not only loud and energetic, but they had a record attendance and numerous sold out events.

I had a great short program finishing in sixth place—just 1.5 points short from fourth. This short was certainly one of my all time best at a US Championships. I had for the first time made the live broadcast for the free skate and was definitely quite nervous.

Not only was I trying to have a great time and get everything out of this opportunity that I could, but I couldn't stop thinking "This place is sold out." Probably not the best thing you want to think before a free skate on National live television, with thousands watching! Not nearly the performance I wanted or had been training, but what a great experience. I can now say I am one of the big dogs!

I walked away from the event upset with letting it go, but also very eager to know I did make my name. I proved I was capable of being in that last warm up and both Kurt Browning, and Dick Button had nothing but great things to say about me. It made me really think of how next year I can come back and really make my mark. I am currently getting ready for some shows, breaking in new skates, and getting ready for programs and the new season.

I will have updates throughout the next few months so please keep checking back.

I thank everyone for your extended and wonderful support!

Nick