Kay Thomson

Kay Thomson (born February 18, 1964 in Toronto) was a Canadian figure skater who competed in ladies singles. She won the gold medal at the Canadian Figure Skating Championships three times and competed in the 1984 Winter Olympics.[1]

During her competitive career, Thomson was known as a particularly strong spinner. Her spins included an unusual back layback, performed on the opposite foot than a normal layback spin. Thomson was also one of the first female skaters to regularly include the triple lutz jump in her programs.

Results

Event 1980-81 1981-82 1982-83 1983-84
Winter Olympic Games 12th
World Championships 8th 7th 5th
Canadian Championships 2nd 1st 1st 1st
Skate America 5th
Skate Canada International 2nd
Prize of Moscow News 1st

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