Category: Gymnastics

new J.O. Level 6 & 7 Vault evaluation

Every coach I’ve spoken with likes the new Vault rules.

But how are judges going to evaluate?

Jason MacDonald put together a video from a presentation at Illinois State Congress.

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

Worlds 2019 – Fujitsu’s judging support system

I’m looking forward to seeing if this helps.

… The judging support system will now be tested at a forthcoming World Cup event and targeted for deployment at the 2019 World Championships …

… assist judges in coming to accurate determination of elements by capturing the gymnasts’ movements with 3D laser sensors and analysing as numerical data. …

Provide training solutions …

Improvement of entertainment applications and expansion of fan-base

– Offer TV and online broadcasting contents, while providing display boards and smartphone systems for visitors at competitions, to make Gymnastics more entertaining …

introducing blind change

One easy drill is to turn late … to flat back (or handspring into a pit).

Click PLAY or watch it on Facebook.

advice for College Gymnasts

SAM PESZEK, JAKE DALTON, BRIDGET SLOAN, DANUSIA FRANCIS, AND DAVE DURANTE

– Sleep

– Nutrition Education and Fueling for Training / Performance

– Know yourself well, don’t assume you will respond to training or recover like your teammates

– Don’t be afraid to speak up

– Be a master of your schedule

– Be proactive and make choices to support your goals

– Don’t dwell on failures

– Lean on your teammates and available resources

College Gymnastics Survival Guide (PDF)

unicorn Bars routine goes viral

Georgia Elite Gymnastics coach Janessa Davis is everywhere.

Click PLAY or watch the ESPN opening on YouTube.

Here’s another clip from one of her gymnasts.

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

USAG still searching for new CEO

While it might be rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic, no doubt some future organization replacing USAG can use some of the existing policies and procedures.

USA Gymnastics Karen Golz, Board chair:

Top Priorities for the next CEO:

  • Work to ensure the safety of athletes.
  • Lead an organizational transformation to rebuild trust and move the organization forward in a positive and inclusive manner.
  • Ensure transparency in USA Gymnastics operations to build organizational and public trust.

Key Experience

  • Experience leading cultural change, organizational transformation or turnaround in a complex setting.
  • Experience in gymnastics, either as an athlete, coach, parent or administrator.
  • Proven stakeholder management skills; history of working effectively with a board and a diverse constituent base or membership organization.

Personal Characteristics

  • Unquestioned integrity, credibility and character.
  • Strong, transparent communicator and motivator.
  • Knowledgeable about gymnastics and USA Gymnastics as an organization.
  • Team-oriented and collaborative.

Read the full statement.