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Profile of Young African American Figure Skater Theron James

By Jo Ann Schneider Farris, About.com

Theron James

Copyright © Cynthia James
The Best in Connecticut : Theron James has a natural talent and is considered one of the best male figure skaters in Connecticut.
Basic Profile Information:

  • Born: Thurs. June 16, 1988

  • Height: 6'2"

  • Weight: 150 pounds

  • Home: Middletown, Connecticut

  • Parents: Robert and Cynthia James

  • Sibling: Brother "RJ"

  • Home Skating Club: Skating Club of New Haven

  • Coaches: Susie Dee and Elaine Lyman
How Theron Started Skating:

Theron won a raffle when he was eleven for a free skating lesson. He showed natural talent after that first lesson.

Incredible Jumping -- Theron's Trademark:

Theron's jumping ability has been described as "scary good." It is said that his muscles literally cause him to spring off the ice.

Difficult Skating Moves That Theron Performs:

Two triple combinations followed by two double axels

Competition Record:

  • 2006 Novice Men - Liberty Championships - 7th place
  • 2006 Eastern Sectionals - 10th place
  • 2006 New England Regionals - Bronze Medalist
  • 2005 Lake Placid Summer Figure Skating Championships - Gold Medalist
  • 2005 New England Summer Challenge - Silver Medalist
  • 2005 Boston Open - Gold Medalist

During a five year period, Theron has passed eleven official U.S. Figure Skating tests to reach the Novice level, and has competed in nineteen competitions.

Training:

Theron has worked with coach Elaine Lyman for five years. She began working with Theron when he was thirteen. He also works with Susie Dee.

Education:

Theron graduated from Middletown High School and now attends Middlesex Community College in Connecticut.

Goals :

Theron wishes to compete nationally and internationally.

Financial Concerns:

Theron's family does need help to finance Theron's skating. Theron's mother, Cynthia, writes: "Finances, an ongoing competiton in itself, remains to be his number one competitor."

Donations toward's Theron James' skating can be sent to New England Amateur Skating Foundation, P.O. Box 6881, Providence, RI 02940

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