On January 29, 2025, the figure skating community was devastated by a tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of 28 athletes, parents, and coaches, including five members of the University of Delaware Figure Skating Club. Among those lost were coach Alexandr “Sasha” Kirsanov, his wife Natalia Gudin, and their students Angela Yang and Sean Kay. Sasha was a respected coach and former professional ice dancer, while Angela and Sean were a talented ice dance team that had recently won the U.S. Ice Dance Final in the juvenile division. Both skaters were known for their dedication to the sport and their warm personalities. The loss of Angela, Sean, and their mothers, Lily Li and Julia Kay, has deeply shaken the skating community. The University of Delaware Figure Skating Club and the broader figure skating world mourn the loss of these talented individuals and honor their memory. The legacy of Sasha, Natalia, Angela, and Sean will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved them.
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