Author: Rick Mc

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

new Jade Carey interview

… after having the college season and just having so much fun and only focusing on that, I didn’t wanna do this summer because I wanted to end on just being able to focus on college gymnastics and take a break,” said Carey of her decision not to compete in elite gymnastics this year.

“I knew that if 2028 was something that I wanted to go for, maybe taking 2025 off would just help my body and mind relax a little more.”

Carey isn’t ready to jump fully aboard the 2028 train, but she’s not ruling anything out at this point – even a run at a third Olympic Games. …

For now, it’s time for a break – the first in nearly five years, says Carey.

In Tokyo, Simone Biles urged Jade Carey to believe in herself – it stuck with her

The two-time Olympic champion reflects on the quiet moment in Tokyo that shaped her, team redemption in Paris, and why she’s finally stepping back to figure out what comes next

Jade Carey from Oregon State competes on the balance beam

Giannis on sporting success

Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Basketball champion. One of the all time greats.

Irked at a reporter who asked about his team losing, this was his reply. I often think of this statement when watching gymnasts answer similar questions.

Fact is … you can’t win ’em all.

coach Denis Vachon & Emma Spence

Denis Vachon was one of Emma’s coaches for 10 years. He reflects back as she retires from College Gymnastics.

most improved 2025 NCAA Gymnastics

College Gym News posted their Most Improved Teams and Gymnasts During the 2025 Season:

Most Improved Gymnasts

  • Nene Alvine, Kent State
  • Brinlee Christensen, Southern Utah
  • Delaney DeHaan, George Washington
  • Skyelar Kerico, Pennsylvania
  • Brooklyn Moors, UCLA
  • Mary McDonough, Washington
  • Emma Spence, Nebraska
  • Clara Hong, Towson

Most Improved Teams

  • Georgia
  • Missouri
  • North Carolina

Click through for details and more:

Data Deep Dive: Most Improved Teams and Gymnasts During the 2025 Season

Shallon Olsen on Mental Health

Shallon is amazing. She juggled an NCAA career simultaneously with Elite, competing 3 Olympics. (so far)

One of the most amazing young gymnasts I’ve even seen, Shallon could do Yurchenko Double Twist at age-8. Tiny … she could barely deflect the FIG Spring Board.

Her age group training was with strict Russian coaches.

Looking back, Shallon wishes she had been listened to more. And supported better.

Click PLAY or watch it on Instagram.

Now age-24, Shallon’s still competitive in Elite. And is considering a run at her 4th Olympics.

Men’s Artistic Gymnastics RULES for 2028

Here’s an excellent, quick overview of where the MAG FIG Code of Points stands right now.

No doubt there will be minor tweaks and reinterpretations over time.

Men’s Artistic Gymnastics: A Guide to the Scoring System


2025 College Gym News Awards

In case you are not already overwhelmed with hundreds of NCAA Awards announcements, check the picks of College Gym News.

  • Gymnast of the Year ➙ Jade Carey (Oregon State)
  • NCGA Gymnast of the Year ➙ Olivia Keyes (Rhode Island College)
  • WCGNIC Gymnast of the Year ➙ Morgan Price (Fisk)
  • Freshman of the Year ➙ Kailin Chio (LSU)
  • Coaching Staffs of the Year ➙ Arizona & Missouri
  • NCGA Coaching Staff of the Year ➙ Rhode Island College
  • WCGNIC Coaching Staff of the Year ➙ Texas Woman’s
  • Breakout Performers of the Year ➙ Brooklyn Moors (UCLA) & Kayli Boozer (Michigan)
  • Comeback Gymnast of the Year ➙ Helen Hu (Missouri)
  • Most Valuable Gymnast ➙ Maggie Slife (Air Force)
  • Sports Information Director of the Year ➙ Lindsey Magness (Oklahoma)

Click through to see the rest of the nominees and rationale for their choices:

2025 College Gym News Awards Announced