Patrick Chan has finally revealed his new coaching team for the 2016-2017 figure skating season. According to SkateCanada.ca, Chan will be coached by Marina Zoueva, Oleg Epstein and Johnny Johns. He will also move his training location to the Arctic Edge Arena in Canton, Michigan. Patrick Chan released a statement about the decision:
“I am excited to be working with Marina, Oleg and Johnny. They each bring so much to the table and have such a rich history of coaching world and Olympic competitors in all the disciplines. I am looking forward to the season ahead and my first event the Finlandia Trophy in just a couple weeks.”
Chan and former coach Kathy Johnson ended their professional relationship earlier this year.
This is going to be a big season for Patrick if he hopes to hang on until the next Olympics. Last season was a bit of a difficult one for Patrick who had always been ahead of the curve when it came to skating skills and difficult jumps. During his time away from the sport, many things changed which negatively impacted his performances last season. Time will tell whether this new coaching staff will help restore him to the pinnacle of men’s figure skating.
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