Author: Rick Mc

Career gymnastics coach who loves the outdoors, and the internet.

Magyar & Sivado on Pommels

As a judge, one of my least favourite combinations is Magyar, Sivado in combination with legs together.

It’s RARE to see a gymnast who does not “skew” β€”Β be misaligned with the horse. Some judges are very lenient on this deduction. 

Ideally, hand placement should be parallel every step. Gymnast check where there hands were placed after an approach by checking chalk marks.

Better strategy for the gymnast is to use these skills in Flair. It’s easier to keep square.

Sadly, almost every FIG routine includes Magyar and Sivado. 

I’m hoping a change to only 8 counting skills from 10 would motivate many to take out the Magyar and Sivado. 

Neutral Deductions has a deep dive on these skills. SUBSCRIBE to support Men’s Gymnastics.

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

Olivia Karas talks Vault

This is one of the better fan ‘explainers‘ I can recall.

Good selection of VIDEO examples.

Gymnastics Canada – Safe Sport webinars

… our newest initiative, the Winning Well Safe Sport Speaker Series, designed to enhance awareness and knowledge regarding various topics related to safe sport.

Recognizing that the well-being of children and athletes is a collective responsibility, this monthly webinar series aims to foster a culture of safety within our gymnastics community.

Gretchen Kerr, Dean, Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education at U of Toronto, is the first speaker.

amazing Playground Gymnastics

No grips. 

Conditioning at the end of a long swing routine.

Savina Gabriella, from Brazil, calls this a “Street Workout“.

They have competitions called Street Workout Ultimate Battles.

Click PLAY or watch it on Instagram.

Chae Campbell – Vault

Men’s Gymnastics Ramblings

A NEW Men’s Gymnastics website β€”Β but one with good content and links.

They are posting on Facebook and Twitter, as well.

The first week of the best time of the year has started – Men’s NCAA gymnastics season! …

The new Division lll teams are off to a great start of their second season, with Simpson scoring 366 (a 24.65 point improvement over week 1 of 2023) and Greenville scoring 383.5 (a 10.4 point improvement over week 1 2023). …

NCAA Snapshot Week 1

Freshman stepping up:

  • Greenville freshman Logan Watterson ranked #1 in the nation on vault with a score of 14.95
  • Michigan freshman Kyle Walchuck ranked #1 on pommel horse with score of 14.3
  • Greenville freshman Zach Connelly ranked #1 on floor with a score of 14.1.
  • Michigan freshman Pierce Wolfgang is ranked #1 in the nation in the AA. Check out this video he made about the state of men’s NCAA gymnastics. …

Skye Blakely training Cheng

I like the “set“. 

And correct alignment on the horse.

She could train with Rebeca and be very respectable.

Weiler to front salto regrasp?

Carl Meader

Washington Men’s Gymnastics alum

Click PLAY or watch it on Instagram.

Masters Gymnastics World Cup (age-30+)

Great idea. I might have to make a comeback.β€‚πŸ˜€

Wear whatever you want as long as it’s comfortable, safe, and decent!

Date: June 2, 2024
● Location: Dupont Gymnasium, Cambridge, MA 02139
● Cost: $79 (+ $50 NAIGC Membership for US residents)
● More Information: 2024 Masters Gymnastics World Cup

This year’s event is expected to draw teams from at least the United States, Germany, Japan, and the United Kingdom, as well as individual gymnasts from around the world. The competition will be conducted under the newly established NAIGC Masters Rules, designed to provide a competitive yet inclusive environment for older gymnasts.

Men’s NCAA preview 2024

Christy Sandmaier posted a terrific article with Head Coach interviews with 8 top ranked teams.

Stanford’s Thom Glielmi:

Key Athletes: β€œThis is a difficult one to narrow down. Asher Hong, definitely, as he brings big scoring potential on most events. After that, it’s between Colt Walker, Khoi Young and Taylor Burkhart. I’m going to give the edge to Taylor, as he will be in the mix on every event and brings high scoring potential on most.”

Secret Weapon: β€œNick Kuebler or Brandon Nguyen. 

Michigan’s Xiao Yuan:

Key Athletes:Β β€œWorld medalistsΒ Fred RichardΒ andΒ Paul Juda, no question. Last year Paul was injured, so to have both this year, together for the first time at Michigan, is very fortunate. …

Secret Weapon:Β β€œMaybe not a big secret, since he’s on the National Developmental Team, butΒ Landen Blixt. …

Two years ago, the gap between Stanford and Michigan was 10 points. Last year it was 2.5, and this year we have Paul Juda. …

Read the full article:

06 JanΒ 2024 Men’s NCAA Preview!