Konstantin Ivanovich Novitski
left, summer 2000
Vital Statistics:
Nickname: Kostya
Birthdate: March 18, 1983Birthplace: Yekaterinburg, Russia
Hair: sandy blond
Eyes: brown
Height: 6'0"
Weight/Build: 158 lbs.
Parents: Zoya Novitskaia
Siblings: none
Roommate:
Relatives at KMAS: none
Skating Statistics:
Discipline: Men's Singles
Coach: Marie Landauf
Competitive History: 1998 Russian Junior National Champion, 1999 World Junior Champion, 1999 Russian National silver medalist
Competitions/Assignments this Season: Sparkassen Cup, Cup of Russia, Europeans, Junior Worlds, Worlds
Short Program: "Revolutions" by Jean-Michel Jarre
Long Program: Lawrence of Arabia
Exhibition:
Biography/Personality:
Konstantin's father deserted the family when he was only six months old, and it has been just him and his mother ever since. They share an apartment in St. Petersburg with another family, but have their own bedroom. Zoya, Konstantin's mother, has worked diligently as a teacher for many years to support them. Her dream is to see her only child be the world champion. Konstantin began skating at the age of four because his cousin was a skater, and he wanted to try it. Now, twelve years later, he is the reigning world junior champion and has the most potential of any young skater out there. Konstantin wishes for nothing more than to bring his mother to America where she can retire comfortably and he can train with the best in the world.
Other Noteworthy News/Facts:
Konstantin is a delightful performer, even at his young age. He has a natural elegance and charisma on the ice that lends
itself well to performing. He loves nothing more than being the center of attention and pleasing the audience. In the skating world, he is known for his fierece determination, nerves of steel, and explosive jumps. Dick Button has even said, "Konstantin jumps like a god." Off the ice, Konstantin keeps up with his studies, just in case skating doesn't work out. He has a very funny side, and loves to make people laugh.
Anton Nikonarov noticed Konstantin some years ago in the St. Petersburg rink. He recently decided to sponsor Konstantin, to send him to America to train with the best. Konstantin is in America because of Anton's kindness, and is dedicated to improving, so that he can show Anton that he was right about his talent, and so that he can bring his mother to America to retire.
