U.S. Figure Skating recently announced the 16 talented skaters chosen for the U.S. Olympic Team for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. These selections came after the 2026 Prevagen U.S. Figure Skating Championships held in St. Louis, Missouri.
Women’s Team
Amber Glenn
Isabeau Levito
Alysa Liu
Amber expressed her excitement, saying, “I can’t wait to represent my country at the Olympics. It’s such a privilege!”
Isabeau aimed to stick with her usual training, adding, “This will be like any other competition, just more fun. I love skating for this country.”
Alysa shared her desire to showcase herself, saying, “I want to be seen for who I am, not just for my skating.”
Men’s Team
Ilia Malinin
Maxim Naumov
Andrew Torgashev
Ilia felt a deep connection to his family’s history of athletes, saying, “It’s an honor, and I’m so excited to follow in my parents’ footsteps.”
Maxim reflected on his family’s support, stating, “Thinking of my parents and how much the Olympics mean to us, I feel their presence with me.”
Andrew described his journey as “surreal” and noted how his lifelong dream of being an Olympian is finally coming true.
Pairs Team
Emily Chan and Spencer Akira Howe
Ellie Kam and Danny O’Shea
Spencer shared their shock at being selected, attributing their success to hard work and faith. Danny added their goal is to “experience skating across the Olympic rings” and savor every moment.
Ice Dance Team
Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko
Madison Chock and Evan Bates
Emilea Zingas and Vadym Kolesnik
Anthony can’t wait to show their best at the Games, while Madison mentioned the ongoing excitement of being part of Team USA. Vadym stressed the honor of representing the U.S., a dream he’s had since moving here at 15.
All team members are eligible for the Olympic team event, with competitors set to be announced on January 12. The Olympic figure skating event will take place at the Milano Ice Skating Arena from February 6-19. For the complete schedule, check out the official Olympics page here.
As excitement builds for the Milano Cortina Games, it’s notable that figure skating holds a rich history at the Olympics, with U.S. athletes often shining bright. The first Olympic figure skating event for men was held in 1908. Since then, both men and women have brought home numerous medals, showcasing the evolution and competitive spirit of the sport. In fact, according to a recent report, figure skating remains a fan favorite, drawing millions of viewers and fans globally, making it one of the most anticipated events of the Winter Games.
