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U.S. Figure Skating

2026-27 Figure Skating Roster

  Alena Kerr and Sam Herbert #60 March 5, 2008 | March 8, 2006

  • Level/Discipline:
    Junior/Pairs
  • Training Town:
    Canton, Mich.
  • Hometown:
    Rochester Hills, Mich. | Charleston, S.C.
  • Birth Date:
    March 5, 2008 | March 8, 2006
  • Coach(es):
    Jim Peterson, Amanda Evora Will
  • Birthplace:
    Macomb, Mich. | Atlanta, Ga.
  • Choreographer(s):
    Amanda Evora Will, Tanith Belbin (SP); Jim Peterson, Amanda Evora Will(FS)
  • Club:
    SC of New York | FSC of Charleston
  • Connect:
    Alena: Instagram
    Sam: Instagram | Tiktok

Summary

Biography

2026-27 SEASON NOTES
SP Music: "Hallelujah" by The Canadian Tenors
FS Music: Music from The Mask of Zorro

SKATING NOTES
Partnership began June 2025

Kerr was inspired to start skating at 3 years old by her older brother who played hockey and tried to sneak on to the ice during his games ... Parents eventually put her in Learn to SKate USA classes ... Dreamed of being a pairs skater when she was younger ... Loves the feeling of being free like you can do anything ... When she is in a lift, she loves the feeling of flying and being able to look at her partner and know they have each other through the good and the bad.

Mom put Herbert in Learn to Skate USA classes as a kid ... Was offered a scholarship to Elite Academy ... Enjoys competing in a unique sport that blends creativity and athleticism. 

PERSONAL NOTES

Kerr's father is Eric Kerr ... Has two older brothers named Zachary and Adam ... Has two dogs, Willow and Winston, and two cats, Felix and Phoebe ... Loves ballet, clothes and fashion design ... Wants to learn how to sew. 

Herbert has a twin sister named Georgia ... His mom, Minde, is a business owner and dad, Steve, is a real estate professional ... Attends Oceanside Collegiate Academy ... Hobbies include surfing, wake surfing, sailing, fishing, skateboarding, cooking, sleeping and exploring different cities.


COMPETITIVE HISTORY

  • 2026 U.S. Championships, Junior - 4th
  • 2026 U.S. Pairs Final, Junior  - 6th
  • 2025 Tayside Trophy, Junior - 3rd 

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