The 2009 United States Figure Skating Championships were a national championship to determine the national rankings of the United States in the 2008–2009 figure skating season. In addition to determining the national champions, the event was also be used to determine the U.S. teams for the 2009 World, World Junior, and Four Continents Championships.
Skaters competed in four disciplines – men's singles, ladies' singles, pair skating, and ice dancing – and across three levels: senior, junior, and novice. Medals were awarded in four colors: gold (first), silver (second), bronze (third), and pewter (fourth).
The event took place place in Cleveland, Ohio from January 18 to 25th 2009 at the Quicken Loans Arena. It was organized by the United States Figure Skating Association.
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