Takashi Kobayashi at 16 FIG Academies

Hardy Fink put together a photo montage in tribute to one of the world’s top clinicians. Takashi was respected and admired by all who worked with him.

He died July 20th of stomach cancer.

Gymnastics Nutrition – Nicole Jontony

In this episode Sam talks to Nicole Jontony, former collegiate gymnast, who is currently a sports dietitian at Ohio State University.

Joy of Maggie Nichols

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FIFA’s Video Assistant Referee

The World Cup showed how VAR will shape soccer’s future

FIFA’s Video Assistant Referee tech has added a new dimension to the sport.

Click PLAY or see how it’s supposed to work on YouTube.

suspension lifted for Dan Witenstein

I’m not clear on exactly what USAG uses to sanction members.

A neutral arbitrator felt USAG got it wrong in the case of this coach.

Nick Ruddock on leadership

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Takashi Kobayashi is dead

As feared, the great coach and coach educator Kobayashi sensei passed away on the evening of July 20 Japan time.

Stomach cancer.

His funeral will be held in Yokohama, his home town, on the 24th (the vigil on 23rd).

Takashi was one of the most widely admired and respected coaches worldwide. His philosophy and techniques shared through FIG coach education events greatly appreciated.