Birmingham World Cup highlights

Aliya wins with a fall.

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Natalie Wojcik – Floor

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Dom Cunningham – Floor 😀

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https://twitter.com/GymSuperstars/status/1110488233387929600

Seattle Pacific coach retires after 46 years

SPU athletic director Jackson Stava:

“Thank you does not seem enough to express the gratitude owed to Laurel Tindall,” he said.

“She has poured her whole self into this program for the last 46 years. I am very thankful to have had the chance to work with Laurel these past few years and see first-hand the impact she has had in the lives of gymnasts both at SPU and in this community for nearly 50 years.” …

SPU Falcons

Nush – ‘Leaf Drop’ dismount on Bars

That’s what we called it at my home Gym.

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Utah peaking for Nationals

198.025 last weekend.

There are a LOT of teams that could end up in the final 4. Including Utah. It’s going to be thrilling.

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coach Mez Monckton

Back in February Nick Ruddock interviewed Mary-Anne Monckton at home in Australia.

Mez is one of the few elite gymnasts who always planned on becoming a coach. Today she’s already a Head Coach.

A fan favourite with the gymternet for her drive, her persistence and her visibility on social media, I highly recommend this audio episode. Mez is very eloquent. An inspiring young coach.

Growing up in the now defunct AIS, it was interesting to hear what she took from her elite career. And what she’ll change now that she’s the coach.

32-year-old Mom returns to Elite

Kristal Bodenschatz

Earning a spot will be tough because the United States has a lot of depth.

“At this point, I can’t really say that I’m right with them,” Bodenschatz said. “I’m still trying to get out my nerves and get back into competition.” …

“Coming back into the sport was a very big deal because I actually hated gymnastics,” Bodenschatz said. “To find the love of it again is just amazing. It’s fun. I feel like a kid again.” …

“I feel like back then you had to be lean and artistic,” Bodenschatz said. “Nowadays, it’s all about power.” …

WESA

Kristal Bodenschatz