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Memorial Trophy 2026

Here’s some important information for competition!

 

Registration

Register via EMS: https://m.usfigureskating.org/account/login?url=%2Fems%2F

 

Registration Opens: February 9, 2026

Registration Deadline: 04/02/2026 at 10:59 PM CST

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Late Registration Deadline: 04/6/2026 at 10:59 PM CST + $50 Late Fee

  • Late registrations must be approved by the Referee.

  • There will be no changes accepted starting 5/1/2026.

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Date and Location

Dates: May 7-10, 2026

Location: Ice Skate Memorial City

 

Questions

General inquires: MemorialTrophyChair@gmail.com

Practice ice inquiries: MTPracticeIce@gmail.com

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Updates

This page will be updated with the schedule, live results link, volunteer sign up, hospitality donation info, a rink map, and more as we get closer to the competition date.

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We will also send competition specific communications to skaters and parents via email.

Tentative timeline

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Competition Announcement

The announcement contains important information about competition events, protocols, deadlines, how-to's, and more. The announcement is provided here for reference as a courtesy. The official announcement can be found in EMS for Memorial Trophy.

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(The PDF viewer for the announcement may take up to 20 seconds to load.)

Practice Ice Sales & Sign-Up

Skaters use practice ice sessions to work on specific elements, programs, or to familiarize themselves with ice conditions. Music will not be played during practice ice sessions.

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Dates

Practice ice sessions will be 20 minutes in length. There are no refunds for practice ice sessions, even if not used. Sessions may be designated by level and discipline if entries warrant. Music will not be played and props are NOT allowed on practice ice sessions.

 

Pre-Purchase

Practice ice credits may be purchased after participants complete their event registration, via the EMS Competition Portal.  Skaters who purchase credits during the pre-purchase period will be able to select sessions during the selection period, after the schedule has been completed and posted.

 

Pre-Purchase Selection

After the close of entries and shortly after the competition schedule is published, skaters will receive an email with notice of the practice ice schedule and the date/time when pre-purchased credits can be scheduled via EMS.

 

Open Sales

Following the close of pre-purchase selection window, skaters will be able to purchase 

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The system will only allow skaters to choose sessions for which they are eligible by level. â€‹â€‹If you have questions, please email MTPracticeIce@gmail.com

Changing Areas / Locker Rooms

Skaters should come to the rink dressed in costume, with hair and makeup, ready to compete. Locker rooms or other changing facilities will not be provided for skaters.

Day of Competition​

1. Preparation

Competition Costume: Skaters should arrive dressed in their competition costume, including any applicable accessories, props, hair, and makeup.

  • ​Skates: There will be benches where skaters can take their skates on and off as needed.

  • Water and snacks: There are public water fountains at the rink. There are various restaurants within the mall and nearby.
     

2. Arrival Time & Schedule
Arrive at least one hour before your scheduled event. Events may start slightly early or late, so remain alert and keep track of announcements for any updates. 

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When less than 10 min remain before the scheduled start of your event, it is advised to stay close to the area of the ice entrance.

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3. Check-In
Upon arrival, check in at registration at the front desk to confirm your participation and get your athlete credential.

4. Stand Away from the Glass and Ice Entrances
Parents, please hand-off your skater to their coach before their event. 

No parents, legal guardians, or spectators are allowed to crowd or stand at rink doors. For the safety of all participants, we must keep this area clear so skaters can enter and exit the ice safely.

Do not lean on or stand at the glass of the ice rink—please stand back to maintain a clear walkway.

5. Events

Warm-Up: 

Skaters will have several minutes to warm up as a group before their event. Announcements will signal when to enter the ice, when 1 minute remains, and when it’s time to exit the ice.

 

Start Order:
The skate order determines the sequence in which skaters will perform. This can be found using the QR code at the rink on the LiveResults link. Please confirm your skate order by checking with the Ice Monitor rinkside. Be prepared and near the ice monitor/ice entry door when it’s your time to skate.

 

Half-Ice Events: 

Most events use the full ice sheet; however, some events use half the ice, where two skaters perform on opposite sides of the rink. Please speak to your coach for more detailed instructions.

In general, half-ice events proceed as follows after the group warm-up:

  • Orange cones will separate the sides.

  • Skaters will enter and proceed to their assigned side and starting position.

  • The announcer will indicate when skaters may begin.

  • After finishing, skaters should stop and wait until both are done.

  • The announcer will then cue skaters to exit the ice.
     

Awards Ceremony:
Awards will be presented after each event once results are available. Celebrate the hard work and achievements of all skaters!  A professional photographer will not be taking award photos.  Feel free to take pictures of your skaters as they receive their medals!​

6. Photography & Video Recording
We will have an the official photographer and videographer for the event.  You will be able to visit their table to purchase event photos and videos.
 
It is against U.S. Figure Skating policy to record anyone other than your own skater. Please refrain from recording other skaters.
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Flash photography is strictly prohibited as it can pose a safety risk to skaters and interfere with professional photos and videos. Please respect this rule for the safety and quality of the event.​​

7. Tossies / “Friends”
After a skater’s event, it’s tradition to give stuffed animals (“friends”). Please don’t throw gifts onto the ice due to the hockey net—feel free to hand them to your skater after the performance.

 

8. Support all skaters
Help us create a fun, supportive environment by cheering for all skaters. They’ve worked hard to perform in front of judges and an audience.​

9. Withdrawal

Before the Competition:
If you need to withdraw from the event, please email the competition chair at MemorialTrophyChair@gmail.com as soon as possible

 

During the Competition:
Inform your coach and the Ice Monitor immediately. If you’re unable to do so, your coach can notify them on your behalf.

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Letting us know you're withdrawing helps prevent delays because we won’t need to track down missing skaters.

 

10. Entrance / Exits

Please avoid using the doors on the far side of the rink next to the zamboni that exit to the area between Target and the Cheesecake during the competition.

 

Instead, use the doors to The Square and the fireplace area to access the rink. You can also walk through the mall to get to the rink.

11. Parking

Friday afternoons and Saturdays can be some of the busiest times at the Memorial City Mall. Please be sure to leave ample time to park and walk to the rink as you may need to park farther than normal from the rink.

 

12. Restricted Areas: Party Room and Locker Room 4

The party room and locker room 4 have restricted access during the competition and are reserved for officials and coaches respectively.

Test Credit through IJS Protocol

Test credit may be requested for events that qualify per the IJS Protocol for Test Credit document. Test credit may be requested up to 4 hours before the start of the event for a fee of $25 at the competition registration desk.​

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Are you a member of MFSCH? See here for further instructions on how to submit your protocol.

​​​Questions?

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