ISU Awards 2025, the Scoreography Awards, and Olympic Qualifications

We reflect on the post-World Championships ISU Awards, dig through the official Olympic Qualifications, and then hand out our own 2025 Scoreography Awards across 10 different categories.

April 9, 2025

The Scoreography Awards 2025, ISU Awards reaction, and Olympic Qualification announcements

(Blog will arrive eventually.)

Chapters

0:00 — Intro
0:54 — Olympic Spot Qualifications
19:43 — ISU Awards
28:38 — The Scoreography Awards
29:10 — Favorite Program: Men
31:09 — Favorite Program: Women
32:27 — Favorite Program: Pairs
34:03 — Favorite Program: Ice Dance
35:15 — Breakout Skater or Team
38:44 — Best Costume
41:16 — Best Gala Performance
44:03 — Future Star
45:48 — Skater or Team of the Year
48:34 — Moment of the Year
50:11 — Wrap-Up

Scoreography Podcast

Scoreography is a show about the art, athleticism, culture, and entertainment of Figure Skating. We discuss current competitions, the sports history and legacy, up-and-coming skaters and absolute legends, and the action outside of the rink.

Whether you’re new to the sport’s fandom, a once-in-awhile watcher, or a seasoned skating veteran, you’ll find something to enjoy in our program.

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