The Michigan skating community is in mourning after a deadly aircraft collision claimed the lives of figure skaters, coaches, and their families returning from a national development camp in Kansas. Skaters Paul Mata and Courtney Ozog, both competing at the adult level, expressed shock and sadness over the loss of their friends and fellow skaters who had attended the camp. Mata described the attendees as some of the best figure skaters and up-and-comers, highlighting the potential they had to excel in the sport. The tragedy has had a profound impact on the close-knit community, with skaters vowing to continue their training in memory of those who were lost. U.S. Figure Skating also released a statement expressing their devastation over the accident and offering condolences to the victims’ families. As the skating community comes to terms with this heartbreaking loss, they are determined to honor the memory of their friends and colleagues by continuing to pursue their passion for the sport.
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