European Champion, Diana Varinska, will host a Zoom masterclass for gymnasts as a fundraiser for Ukrainian gymnasts.
You can sign up and/or donate here.
Category: ethics
Komova finally proud of London Silver
At the London Olympics you could argue that either Gabby Douglas or Viktoria Komova deserved the gold. LIVE at the time, I thought Gabby was slightly better in the AA competition.
17-year-old Komova did not take the loss well.
I was disappointed in her attitude at the time. Poor sportsmanship.
Now I can say this: ⠀ I’m proud of myself! I’m proud of my performance! And I’m glad I went to the Olympics! 🎉 ⠀ This is my sports pride for life ♥️”
read more – Russia’s Viktoria Komova Is Finally Proud Of Her Olympic All Around Silver Medal
International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
World PEACE is one of the goals of the IOC.
This is why they should take a stand against war mongers like Putin. Russian athletes must suffer because of their dictator.
Hopefully they can quickly resume world sport when Russia withdraws from Ukraine.
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Russia appeals to Court of Arbitration
The Court of Arbitration for Sport said Tuesday that Russian officials have filed appeals against governing bodies in soccer, figure skating and speedskating, gymnastics, rowing, rugby and biathlon. …
The headline legal case in soccer saw FIFA ban Russian teams from its global competitions, which removed the men’s national team from World Cup qualifying last month. …
ESPN
As much as I feel rotten for Russian athletes who do not support Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, the bans should be upheld.
When Putin withdraws, those athletes should be quickly allowed to return.
Oleg Vernyayev defending his nation
Stay safe.
Meanwhile, Nikita Nagorny won’t be allowed to compete Bundes League in Germany due to his pro-war support of Putin.
Canadian gymnasts call for independent investigation
More than 70 Canadian gymnasts are calling on an investigation into what they say is a toxic culture and abusive practices within their sport in the country.
In a letter Monday to Sport Canada’s director general Vicki Walker, the current and retired athletes said that the fear of retribution has prevented them from speaking out for nearly a decade.
“However, we can no longer sit in silence,” the letter said. “We are coming forward with our experiences of abuse, neglect, and discrimination in hopes of forcing change.” …
CBC
Tony Retrosi on USA Coordinator search
Right now U.S. Elite Coaching Association Chairman Tony Retrosi is working with the Swiss National team as they build a more positive culture.
But Tony weighed in on the current search for the next women’s National Team Coordinator:
As a coach, I do not coach the same way today as I did 30 years ago or even 5 years ago. I will not coach the same way in 5 years as I do today. We learn, we make path corrections and move forward. What is completely acceptable today will be frowned upon in just a few short years. Like a hair cut or a suit, Today I look cool. In a few years, Oh my god, what was I thinking?!
The USA is searching for a new National Team Coordinator. Reality is that there are not a lot of qualified individuals. For the record, I do not feel I am qualified or interested.
Going down the list of my rules here are my thoughts. …
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Stella Zakharova in Ukraine
Stella Zakharova — now age-58 — was Olympic team champion in 1980.
Worlds team champion in 1979 Fort Worth.
This war is stupid.
Support gymnasts in Ukraine
Head coach of Ohio State’s men’s gymnastics team and former gymnast with three Olympic medals, including two gold, is sending out a plea to help gymnasts in Ukraine.
You can help! …
Details
You can Venmo funds to Rustam Sharipov and he’ll personally make sure tape, grips and other supplies get to gymnasts who need them.
happier, healthier coaches & gymnasts
Kim Shore was a great gymnast, a Gym Mom, past Director for Gymnastics Canada — and an important voices for improving Gymnastics culture.
This interview is excellent information for all coaches, parents and sport leaders.
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