Figure Skating - looking for tips

[EricPvpi]

My daughter has been getting more into figure skating, which is typically indoors. Depending on the rink, lighting can be challenging. I recently upgraded to a 5D3 and would be shooting with the 70-200 f/4L IS.

Looking for any tips from camera settings, technique, or post processing. Obviously the 70-200 f/2.8L ISII would help, but that will probably wait due to the camera investment. I also have a monopod on the way (RRS MH02-Pro package is $60 off at the moment).

Here are a few shots from a recent show. With the 5D3, should I use AF Point Expansion or Zone AF (or other)? These are slightly cropped, should I get in closer? Any suggestions are welcome.

Thanks,
Eric

1/320, ƒ/4, ISO 1000

2M3A0238.jpg by EricPvpi2, on Flickr

1/320, ƒ/4, ISO 1250

2M3A0240.jpg by EricPvpi2, on Flickr

1/320, ƒ/4, ISO 2500

2M3A0243.jpg by EricPvpi2, on Flickr