1964 U.S. Figure Skating Championships
The 1964 U.S. Figure Skating Championships was held at the Cleveland Arena in Cleveland, Ohio from January 10–12, 1964. Medals were awarded in three colors: gold (first), silver (second), and bronze (third) in four disciplines – men's singles, ladies singles, pair skating, and ice dancing – across three levels: senior, junior, and novice. The event determined the U.S. team for the 1964 Olympic Games and 1964 World Championships. Senior results. Men. Scott Allen defeated defending champion Thomas Litz, winning both the compulsory figures and free skating. Ladies. Peggy Fleming was the surprise champion. She had placed  third in the compulsory figures. Fleming skated a spectacular free skating with a succession of double jumps with flow and ease, completing her program with a flawless fast spin. Pairs. Siblings Judianne Fotheringill / Jerry Fotheringill retained their title, and Vivian / Ronald Joseph retained their silver medals. Ice dancing (Gold dance). Darlene Streich / Charles Fetter were the new champions.