U.S. Figure Skating to Host “Legacy on Ice” Event on March 2
Live figure skating tribute will raise money for those affected by plane crash
Posted On: February 6, 2025 By :U.S. Figure Skating has announced a figure skating tribute at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. on March 2 to support the families and loved ones affected by the plane crash at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
The national governing body is collaborating with Monumental Sports & Entertainment and Entertainment Gang on the tribute. The event will be hosted by 1988 Olympic champion Brian Boitano.
“As we begin to heal from this devastating loss, we look forward to honoring the enduring memories of these athletes, coaches and family members who represented the best of the figure skating community,” said Samuel Auxier, U.S. Figure Skating interim chief executive officer. “We can think of no better way of celebrating their legacies than through the sport they loved.”
Those interested in contributing directly can visit the Legacy on Ice website. All proceeds will be equally distributed to the U.S. Figure Skating Family Support Fund, Greater Washington Community Foundation’s “DCA Together Relief Fund” and DC Fire & EMS Foundation.
Legacy on Ice will honor the 67 lives lost and raise funds to support victims’ families and the first responders and aviation professionals who worked tirelessly in the aftermath of the tragedy. The event will feature:
- Ilia Malinin – Three-time U.S. champion, two-time ISU Grand Prix Final champion and 2024 world champion
- Amber Glenn – Two-time U.S. champion and 2024 ISU Grand Prix Final champion
- Madison Chock and Evan Bates – Six-time U.S. ice dance champions, two-time world ice dance champions and 2022 Olympic figure skating team champions
- Alysa Liu – Two-time U.S. champion, 2025 U.S silver medalist and 2022 world bronze medalist
- Tara Lipinski – U.S. champion, world champion and 1998 Olympic champion
- Kristi Yamaguchi – U.S. champion, world champion and 1992 Olympic champion
- Scott Hamilton – Four-time U.S. champion, four-time world champion and 1984 Olympic champion
- Johnny Weir – Three-time U.S. champion and two-time Olympian
“We are fortunate to have a platform to honor the 67 people we lost and remember the extraordinary impact they made during their lives,” said Ted Leonsis, chairman and chief executive officer of Monumental Sports & Entertainment. “By raising funds to support their families, we hope to provide a small amount of comfort during this terrible time.”
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