Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, former Russian figure skaters and beloved coaches, tragically died in a midair collision between an American Airlines flight and a Black Hawk helicopter. They were integral to the Massachusetts figure skating community, coaching at the Skating Club of Boston for nearly a decade after transitioning from competitive skating. They had moved to Massachusetts in 2017, after living in the U.S. since 1998. Their son, a notable figure skater, had traveled with them but was not on the fateful flight. Their legacy continues to resonate deeply within the skating community.
Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, tragically lost in a midair collision, were beloved figure skating coaches who impacted many young skaters' lives in Massachusetts.
The couple's legacy in figure skating began when they transitioned from former champions to coaching, shaping the future of junior skaters for nearly a decade.
Described as 'family' by local skating club CEO, Shishkova and Naumov fostered a supportive environment for skaters at the Skating Club of Boston.
Their tragic passing in an aviation disaster marks a deep loss for the figure skating community, highlighting their contributions and the void they leave behind.
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