The Georgia gymnastics team embarks on the 43rd season in program history when it opens the 2015 campaign Saturday at home against the University of Michigan at 4 p.m. ET. …
Georgia returns 13 gymnasts from the 2014 NCAA Super Six squad including All-Americans Brittany Rogers, Sarah Persinger, Brandie Jay, Chelsea Davis and Mary Beth Box. This year’s roster includes three seniors, four juniors, six sophomores and five freshmen for a total of 18 gymnasts on the 2015 roster – the largest roster in program history.
Saturday’s meet marks the beginning of head coach Danna Durante’s third season at UGA. She has led the Gymdogs to back-to-back NCAA Super Six appearances in her first two seasons in Athens. …
Ambitious and Athens-loving Durante in the right place, on the right climb
GNN: What is your biggest challenge this year?
Coach Durante: Changing the perception that we are 7th best in the country and 4th best in the SEC.
GNN: What advice would you give to a young gymnast on how to develop “mental toughness”?
Coach Durante:
1. Develop the skill of visualization and practice it often.
2. Be willing to put the work/time in on basics so you have a good foundation for all skills. This will help you be able to adjust as needed when you are in a challenging situation.
GNN Exclusive Collegiate Coach Q&A: Georgia Gym Dogs – Danna Durante
update – #8 Michigan 196.600, #7 Georgia 195.600
(via College Gymnastics Board)
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