USA – no international experience

Triple Twist has an interesting post – USA’s Olympic Team- Why They’ll Make It And Why They Won’t

Of the candidates currently on National Team, a half dozen are deemed long shots because they “lack international experience“.

The American Women’s Gymnastics program rarely competes internationally. As a result, girls like Kyla Ross and Kennedy Baker are unlikely to be selected for London.

… On the other hand, Marta took young, inconsistent and inexperienced Gabby to Tokyo — and she ended up 5th (57.6570) all-around. 🙂

The Olympics are a much bigger deal than Worlds. Marta will be far less likely to name a no name.

Bottom line = It’s time American gymnasts started competing more internationally, especially National Team members.

Not only that — they need more experience on actual podium. China has one set up full time.