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loss that feels both personal and incomprehensible.
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Coaches: Those who saw her potential and invested time and energy in her development are left to ask what they could have done differently.
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Fellow competitors: Those who shared the ice in competitions are left to grapple with the fragility of life.
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Young fans: Those who saw her as an inspiration are left to try to understand a tragedy that defies logic.
Supporting young athletes through grief is essential. They need space to process, words of comfort, and reassurance that it’s okay to
