I’m about to get super corny but I’m feeling so emotional right now. It’s been such an honor to watch Kaori over the years. She’s been my favorite women singles skater for years now. I’ve seen her grow into the confident and talented skater she is today. She emerged at a time of a quad revolution in women’s skating and managed to persevere without 3A or any quads. She has shown the world that talent is not just based on how many revolutions you can jump, but also artistry and mastering your technique.
Not only that, she has been such an excellent role model and example of true sportsmanship over her career. She has worked hard to transform the environment of figure skating from being hyper competitive to embracing one another. Her smile and sense of humor truly light up any stage she’s on. I can’t wait to see her move forward in her professional career as a coach, and wherever else life takes her
She has left her mark on the sport and hearts of fans forever
Thank you Kaori, for everything 💕
