J. Lester Madden

James Lester Madden (December 13, 1909 – September 15, 1984) was an American figure skater who competed in men's singles and pair skating. His pairs partner was his sister, Grace. He and Grace Madden were the 1934 U.S. national pairs champions.

He was born and died in Boston, Massachusetts.

In singles, he placed seventh at the 1932 Winter Olympics. In pairs, he and Grace Madden placed 11th at the 1936 Winter Olympics.

He graduated from Harvard University and Harvard Business School.

Results (men's singles) Event 1927 1928 1929 1930 1931 1932 1933 1934 1935 Winter Olympic Games 7th World Championships 7th 6th North American Championships 2nd 3rd U.S. Championships 4th J 1st J 3rd 2nd 2nd 2nd 2nd 4th 2nd

(pairs with Grace Madden) Event 1931 1932 1933 1934 1935 1936 1937 1938 Winter Olympic Games 11th World Championships 6th North American Championships 3rd U.S. Championships 3rd 4th 2nd 1st 2nd 2nd 2nd