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Happy us.
That will certainly get Kristina through to event Finals. Top 4 scores from each of the two sessions (plus ties) qualify for Finals Saturday. Ashley Postell, also from Utah, scored 9.90. That might not make it, but probably will.
So far (end of 2 rotations) Anna Li (UCLA) with the world’s biggest Tkachev is the only other 9.95
Kristina is the girl to beat, I think.
Tony Pizza in the Daily Utah Chronicle has a terrific in depth article on Utah’s most charismatic gymnast: Baskett is having a ball
This article hits the nail on the head. People love watching Kristina because she loves performing. Simple.
AP Photo by Douglas C. Pizac – 2007 Championships
Kristina Baskett reminds me of past NCAA great Kate Richardson (UCLA).
PS …
Am I crazy, or did Brandi Personett from Penn State in the first session compete double layout with 1/1 twist on Floor? (fall)
UPDATE: She did. And has no regrets about attempting the super skill.
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