Massimo Scali
Massimo Scali is a former Italian ice dancer turned coach, recognized for his competitive achievements alongside his partner Federica Faiella. After retiring from competitive skating, he transitioned to coaching, where he has been instrumental in developing the next generation of skaters. Scali's coaching philosophy combines technical precision with artistic expression, allowing his students to flourish in competitions. He is currently coaching Alysa Liu, who recently made headlines for her impressive lead at the World Figure Skating Championships.
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Recent news mentions
Massimo Scali is part of the coaching duo that has been with Alysa Liu from the start.
Alysa Liu released the pressure, reclaimed her joy and turned it into Olympic gold | Alysa Liu
United Kingdom· 2026-02-22
Massimo Scali is one of Alysa Liu's coaches who focused on creating memories rather than pressure for titles.
Αλίσα Λιου: Η Ολυμπιονίκης του 2026 που έπιασε την ουσία του αθλητισμού
Greece· 2026-02-21
Massimo Scali is one of Alysa Liu's coaches who celebrated her comeback and victory.
After walking away from skating, Alysa Liu returned with a fresh outlook to win Olympic gold
Canada· 2026-02-20
Alysa Liu, along with her coach, Massimo Scali, have provided feedback.
AI tech takes aim at revolutionizing Olympic-level figure skatingCanada· 2025-12-02
Liu appeared visibly shocked in the kiss-and-cry area while embraced by her coaches, Phillip DiGuglielmo and Massimo Scali.
‘What the hell?’ Alysa Liu wins USA’s first women’s figure skating world title in 19 years | Figure skatingUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-29
Her coaches, Phillip DiGuglielmo and Massimo Scali, met her at the boards with quiet smiles and a warm 'welcome back'.
Alysa Liu vaults to shock lead at figure skating worlds with statement program | Figure skatingUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-27
