International Figure Skating

GREEN & PARSONS AIMING FOR THE TOP

When Caroline Green and Michael Parsons decided to pull up stakes last July, a whole new world of possibilities opened up for them.

The American ice dancers spoke with enthusiasm about their decision to relocate to Canton, Michigan, to train with 2014 Olympic champion Charlie White, Tanith White (the 2006 Olympic silver medalist) and Greg Zuerlein (the 2008 World junior champion).

“It’s the only coaching change we’ve ever made. We have a lot to learn with all that comes with it,” said Parsons, 27. “It’s a much bigger adjustment than I was expecting, but we are both really excited about the direction we are taking.

“Charlie, especially, has a profoundly unique

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