Jill Sawyer

Jill Sawyer
Born1962 or 1963
Figure skating career
CountryUnited States
Retired1979

Jill Sawyer aka Hotdog Sawyer is an American former competitive figure skater from Chagrin Falls, Ohio.[1] She is the 1978 World Junior champion[2] and the 1978 Prague Skate champion.

Sawyer trained in Tacoma, Washington, coached by Kathy Casey.[1] As a 14-year-old, Sawyer drew attention for her ability to land the triple lutz, then a rare jump in ladies' singles.[1]

In 1978, Sawyer won gold at the World Junior Championships and Prague Skate. She ceased competing soon after.

Competitive highlights[edit]

International
Event 1976–77 1977–78 1978–79
World Junior Championships 1st
Prague Skate 1st
National
U.S. Championships 1st N. 1st J. 6th
Levels: N. = Novice; J. = Junior

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c Bruce, Jeannette (February 14, 1977). "Great, Big Wonderful Whirl". Sports Illustrated (Vault).
  2. ^ "World Junior Figure Skating Championships: Ladies" (PDF). International Skating Union. Archived from the original (PDF) on 24 December 2013.

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