Want to learn more about figure skating history? You are in the right place!

Created in 2013, Skate Guard is a blog that focuses on overlooked and underappreciated areas of the history of figure skating, whether that means a topic completely unknown to most readers or a new look at a well-known skater, time period, or event. There's plenty to explore, so pour yourself a cup of coffee and get lost in the fascinating and fabulous history of everyone's favourite winter sport!

In Remembrance

 

2-time Olympic Gold Medallist & 5-time World Figure Skating Champion Dick Button has passed away at the age of 95. An absolute legend in the sport, Button is remembered for his insightful and witty commentary, love of the sport and incredible efforts to further the development of professional figure skating.

Statement on the American Eagle Flight 5342 tragedy: