U.S.Women [#9]: Now That's What I'm F*@&%!$ Talking About!

[ChillSkate]

That's the first I've seen of Alysa directly saying she may not go to Worlds. If she chooses not to go, I hope she decides soon so the first alternate (which I think is Bradie) has plenty of time to prepare.

 

[SkateSand]

FWIW, Alysa left wiggle room about competing (or not) at Worlds -- in the NYSE interview recorded on Tue Mar 3 (2:30 video published on Mar 4):

https://youtu.be/8OOc4hC-dok?si=Ao19cash6dvYLUll&t=90​

Starting at approx. 1:30, Alysa says, "... I have maybe World Championships coming up. I have yet to fully decide if I'm going to do it, but I really want to. That's end of March ..."

I have not kept up with all of Alysa's recent appearances. Not sure if she already had said something of a similar (less than definitive) nature?

Hmmm. I was expecting that of course she would go, but with all the whirlwind of events she's been doing since the Olys, I wondered if she was going to get the ice time she would need to be ready. Maybe she's wondering that, too.

 

[Simone411]

She was home last week and has only spent 2 days in NYC this week so far.

Also, we know she's not really driven by medals & placements, so I expect she'll still show up in Prague, even if she's not as dialed in as she was during the Olympics.

You're probably right, at least about competing. When Kelly and Mark asked Alysa would she still be competing in the future, she said "Yes".

 

[Vagabond]

You're probably right, at least about competing. When Kelly and Mark asked Alysa would she still be competing in the future, she said "Yes".

Alysa Liu said in her interview before the medal ceremony at the Grand Prix Final that she would continue to compete after this season. It seems to me that her desire to do so has, if anything, increased since then.

 

[Sylvia]

Thanks @ice coverage for the “Alysa Liu Welcome Home Celebration” info posted in her fan thread - confirmed date is Thursday, March 12 at noon - it’s free but ticket registration online is required (limit is 2 tickets per person):

Alysa Liu Oakland Homecoming Celebration | March 12, 2026

Join Oakland in celebrating Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu at Oakland City Hall on March 12 at 12 PM. Registration required due to limited capacity.

www.visitoakland.com

ETA:

Registration link (with FAQ): https://www.visitoakland.com/alysa-liu/
" Alysa will be there in person."
" Alysa Liu will address the crowd as part of the official program."
" Doors open at 9:00 AM — we recommend arriving early to secure a good viewing spot, as this is expected to be a well-attended community event."
" All attendees will be subject to security screening upon entry. Please allow extra time for arrival."
" At Alysa’s request, she chose not to have a parade. Instead, she asked for a celebration that shines a light on Oakland’s vibrant community and talented local artists."

 

[myhoneyhoney]

I would love to go to this but nope, not going to Oakland. Last time I went there (Oakland Ice Center), my car’s window was smashed in the parking lot across the street.