James Yorke (figure skater)

James "Jim" Yorke (October 28, 1962 – June 21, 2008) was an American ice dancer. Competing in partnership with Eleanor DeVera, he won silver medals at the 1983 Nebelhorn Trophy and Grand Prix International St. Gervais. He later competed with Ann Hensel where he won the 1987 Eastern sectionals, placed 6th at US national championships, and member of the international team. In 1988 Jim teamed up with Renee Roca where he won the gold medal at the 1987 Prague Skate and bronze at the 1988 Skate America.

James Yorke
Personal information
Alternative namesJim Yorke
Country representedUnited States
Born(1962-10-28)October 28, 1962
DiedJune 21, 2008(2008-06-21) (aged 45)
California
PartnerEleanor DeVera, Ann Hensel, Renée Roca
Retired1989

After ending his amateur career, Yorke skated professionally with Judy Blumberg and Kim Callahan.[1] He worked as a coach at the Los Angeles Figure Skating Club, notably working with Mirai Nagasu.[2] He died at his California home on June 21, 2008.[1]

Results

With Roca
International[3]
Event 1987–88 1988–89
Prague Skate1st
Skate America3rd
National
U.S. Championships4thWD
Eastern Sectionals1st
WD = Withdrew

With Hensel
National
Event 1986–87
Eastern Sectionals1st

With DeVera
International[3][4]
Event 1983–84
Grand Prix International St. Gervais2nd
Nebelhorn Trophy2nd
National
U.S. Championships10th
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References
  1. Brown, Mickey (June 24, 2008). "Jim Yorke, 45, passes away at his L.A. home". IceNetwork.com.
  2. "Passings: James Yorke: Ten Time National Competitor, Coach and Friend" (PDF). 63 (4). The Los Angeles Figure Skating Club News Bulletin. July 2008. p. 9. Archived (PDF) from the original on November 3, 2016.
  3. "Results Book, Volume 2: 1974–current" (PDF). Skate Canada. Archived from the original on September 20, 2009.CS1 maint: unfit url (link)
  4. "Results Book, Volume 1: 1896–1973" (PDF). Skate Canada. p. 25. Archived from the original on November 22, 2010.CS1 maint: unfit url (link)
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