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

International
Event 1976–77 1977–78 1978–79
World Junior Championships1st
Prague Skate1st
National
U.S. Championships1st N.1st J.6th
Levels: N. = Novice; J. = Junior

References

  1. 1 2 3 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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