All athletes here, U.S. athletes in particular ... have added pressure to add to that medal count. We felt pressure mostly from ourselves, pressure to prove to ourselves that there was a reason and we were destined to be here. We didn't really have a storybook ending in mind, but this was pretty close. |
Being sick, we were a little cautious preparing for this event. |
Canada has always been extremely supportive of me. Thankfully, when I made the move, I had full support of everybody back home. It does feel special to be a part of both countries. I do follow the Canadian team as well and keep an eye on them. I have not, honestly, received one (negative) letter, one word, nothing toward my decision to become an American citizen. |
For the first time, I was able to cross the border and when I was asked my citizenship, I could say American. That was exciting. |
I don't think we could imagine sitting another one out. |
I don't think we've fully experienced all the emotions yet. This was the most challenging performance just because of the pressure. But coming away with the medal makes it all worth it. I know for a fact it won't take another 30 years (for the U.S to get another). |
I have lived here for so long and this was the last piece of the puzzle. |
I have lived here for so long, and this was the last piece of the puzzle. I really feel that I have found my place here. Some of the greatest moments of my life were while I lived here, and now I feel complete. |
I know for a fact it will not take another 30 years for the next medal. |
I know for a fact it will not take another 30 years. Anyone who was fortunate to witness our U.S. nationals, you would be so impressed with the level of ice dancing in the United States. I think it will be less time for more medals for the U.S. |
I know for a fact it won't take another 30 years [for the next U.S. medal]. If you saw nationals, you could see the depth in the U.S. It's exciting to see how far the sport has come. |
I really don't think we've really, fully experienced all the emotions we will once we calm down and realize what we've accomplished. I think this is the most exciting dance competition I've ever been a part of and some of us have ever seen. |
I think all athletes here, and U.S. athletes in particular, have additional pressure to add to that medal count. It seems like there's so much attention to the podium. |
I think that moment was one we hadn't even allowed ourselves to imagine. We didn't want to create a dream we couldn't attain because of something out of our control. It hasn't really hit us, but when it does, it'll be quite overwhelming. |
I think we have a good shot at worlds. The door is opened a little bit further for us to challenge for that gold medal, and hopefully one year, if not this one, we can get that first American title. |