I think Gary is off base about Michelle Kwan. For one thing, placement at Nationals is NOT the deciding factor in selecting the figure skating team. Yes, it's a very strong factor, but it boils down to a committee that selects the team. Swimming and figure skating are so different it's ludicrous to try to relate the two.
The bottom line is Michelle Kwan is a five-time world champion, and was fourth at Worlds in 2005. Her chances of medalling were much higher than Emily Hughes and that's why she got the spot.
I think Gary is off base about Michelle Kwan. For one thing, placement at Nationals is NOT the deciding factor in selecting the figure skating team. Yes, it's a very strong factor, but it boils down to a committee that selects the team. Swimming and figure skating are so different it's ludicrous to try to relate the two.
The bottom line is Michelle Kwan is a five-time world champion, and was fourth at Worlds in 2005. Her chances of medalling were much higher than Emily Hughes and that's why she got the spot.
