Disclaimer ➙ Not ALL winning athletes are as fierce as Michael Jordan. But many are.
It can be difficult to find a healthy life / sport balance.
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Georgia co-head coach Ryan Roberts!
All eyes on Georgia this season with Ryan Roberts and Cécile Canqueteau-Landi.
robot doing push-ups
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Paris Opening Ceremonies
Highlights.
People are still talking about it.
Ellie Black wins Paris Olympics Fair Play Award
Having followed Ellie’s Elite career closely, I’d confirm that there’s no more enthusiastic booster of the sport who’s so respectful of others. Ellie will take time to encourage young gymnasts everywhere she goes.
Scott Bregman:
Four-time Canadian gymnastics Olympian Ellie Black has won the Paris 2024 Fair Play Award …
The award, a joint initiative by the IOC and CIFP, recognises athletes who exemplify the spirit of fair play, sportsmanship, and respect for others. …
“It was a real joy to have a list of over 20 good candidates living the values of Fair play during the Olympics, and in Ellie we have a well-deserving winner.” stated HSH The Princess Nora of Lichtenstein a member of the Jury …
IOC – Canadian gymnast Ellie Black wins Fair Play Award at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Zou Jingyuan – Paris P Bar judging
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false accusations are rare
Sexual harassment is still common in 2024.
Mostly men harassing women and girls.
It’s not often reported — sadly — for multiple reasons.
When reported, I guesstimate far more than 90% of accusations are true.
Of course accused are innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt. If you happen to see a possible incident in public, start videotaping. Evidence.
I like this graphic posted by Tomas Pueyo on the Uncharted Territories substack. Subscription.
2024 Summer Paralympics Paris
The Summer Paralympics begin August 28th.
While far less popular with the general public, we should appreciate that some of these athletes train as hard as anyone. There will be some fantastic stories out of the Games.
Something tells me you best not mess with Bebe Vio, defending Paralympic champion in the foil B category.
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Stephen Nedoroscik’s Paris Pommels
Beam – Backward 1/1 connections
First tucked.
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And now in the layout position.
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