Jill Sawyer aka Hotdog Sawyer is an American former competitive figure skater from Chagrin Falls, Ohio.[1] She is the 1978 World Junior champion[2] and the 1978 Prague Skate champion.
Jill Sawyer | |
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Personal information | |
Country represented | United States |
Born | 1962 or 1963 |
Former coach | Kathy Casey |
Former skating club | Lakewood Winter Club |
Former training locations | Tacoma, Washington |
Retired | 1979 |
Sawyer trained in Tacoma, Washington, coached by Kathy Casey.[1] As a 14-year-old, Sawyer drew attention for her ability to land the triple lutz, then a rare jump in ladies' singles.[1]
In 1978, Sawyer won gold at the World Junior Championships and Prague Skate. She ceased competing soon after.
International | |||
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Event | 1976–77 | 1977–78 | 1978–79 |
World Junior Championships | 1st | ||
Prague Skate | 1st | ||
National | |||
U.S. Championships | 1st N. | 1st J. | 6th |
Levels: N. = Novice; J. = Junior |
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