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In the annual Pre-Season Coaches Poll:

1 UCLA
2 Alabama
3 Florida
4 Oklahoma
5 Utah
6 Nebraska
7 Oregon State
8 Stanford
9 Georgia
10 Michigan
11 Arkansas
12 L.S.U.
13 Penn State
14 Boise State

See the entire list on GymInfo

With Zamarripa back, I’m not surprised to see the Bruins atop the list. They should be a much prettier team too with Mattie Larson and Cassie Whitcomb coming in.

Stanford looks too low. But it’s nice to see so many coaches with confidence in Boise. See commentary on College Gym Fans.

(via Gymnastike)

Gymnastike is looking for interns at NCAA schools, by the way.

Andrew Zakonov sends word of new scoring software for trampoline competitions which is (currently) free.

It’s the online version of AContests.com software that has been used since 2009 around the world.

If interested in giving it a try, check the detailed online video tutorials here.

Then create an account and log in here.

Danell won P Bars at Worlds with a 6.4 difficulty. (VIDEO)

He’s trying to up that start value.

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

He added a peach half and took out the diamidov.

Enrique Trabanino who owns Perfection Gymnastics in the Cincinnati area shares a drill to help perfect the body shape and technique of the front layout and front twisting. …

Click PLAY or watch it on Gymnastike.

http://www.gymnastike.org/embed/NTE3NTIxNzc1?related=1

Strength guru Chris Sommer of Gymnastics Bodies is offering his popular introductory course in the Sunshine State.

“Building the Gymnastic Body” (see right hand navigation) is the reference text.

Sun Jan 22nd, 2012
Carlson Gracie Jujitsu
Miami, Florida

… for all those who wish to obtain the benefits of gymnastics strength training including fitness enthusiasts, MMA, crossfit, parkour, free running, yoga, climbing and gymnastics professionals. Beginners are absolutely welcome …

details and registration

Click PLAY or watch one of his 9yr-old demonstrators on YouTube.

More Gymnastic Bodies videos on YouTube.

After a diagnosis of a germ cell tumor, a rare form of ovarian cancer, surgery and chemotherapy, Shannon realized more than ever that it is important to celebrate each and every day. She is focused on the future and is encouraging other cancer survivors to Seize the Day!

Shannon Miller Lifestyle

Click PLAY or watch it on YouTube.

See more Seize the Day segments on Shannon’s YouTube channel.

(via Gymtruthteller)

Catalina Ponor is one of the best and most fascinating gymnasts of all time.

She’s outspoken. Independent. Fierce.

Ponor won 3 gold medals in Athens. Then, shortly after, lack of discipline got her banned from the National Training Centre.

If Romania is to get back on the Team podium in London, Catalina, now age-24, will be on that team.

Fangymnastics has an English language translation of a recent interview with Adevarul:

What made you come back after having retired?

I honestly missed this a lot. I missed the gym, training, especially competing. I really wanted to come back.

What was the defining moment in this decision?

I looked back and I told myself that if other gymnasts from other countries can keep doing gymnastics at that age, why not me? And I returned very focused, very decided. God helped me prove you can come back after 4 years.

How about your USA experience?

It was nice, I learned so much from the people there, I really enjoyed it. I liked the life there, how the girls and the people treated me. Unfortunately, I can say people outside Romania treat me with more respect than those here. Not all of us here know how to respect and value the person, in other countries they know how to appreciate this and keep their best people close.

Are you considering moving to the USA after retiring?

Yes, why not? …

read more – Catalina Ponor: “Worlds were 70% disappointment and 30% joy”

related – Couch Gymnast – Looking Back: Catalina Ponor

Brigid linked to a good Gymnastics Zone article – Top 12 FX and Beam Dance Tips:

1. Have fun!

Many gymnasts perform as if they do not understand that the judges and audience can read their emotions just by looking at them. Nearly 70% of communication is by non-verbal means, like body posture, inner attitude and facial expression. Put yourself in a good mood and everyone will like you and your routines better.

2. Perform!

Regardless of the importance of the competition and the subsequent pressure you might feel, your real job is to perform to the best of your ability, at the particular time and place of the meet. This is your opportunity to show everyone what you have been doing in the gym for months and years. People love gymnasts who go all out to put on a show for them, regardless of their actual skill level, mistakes and competitive success. Put on a real show for them and they will love you.

3. Smile …

read more

No “Big Fake Smiles” allowed. 🙂

related – Gymnastics Zone – Secrets to Gymnastics Choreography e-Book $37

Leave a comment if you’ve used it.

Skateboarding and BMX freestyle have a shot at becoming Olympic sports at the 2016 Summer Games …

Cycling’s world governing body, the Switzerland-based Union Cycliste Internationale, and others are lobbying for the sports to be added to the 2016 Games in Rio …

UCI attempted to include skateboarding in London’s 2012 Olympics, but it fell through …

… The IOC has set a limit of 28 sports for the 2016 Games, meaning several sports will compete over the last two available slots. For example, baseball and softball are making bids for a return, as both were dropped from the 2012 program because not enough top players were able to compete. Other events looking for a spot in Rio include golf, rugby, squash and karate.

ESPN (April 2011)

Click PLAY or watch PLG on YouTube.

Pierre-Luc Gagnon.

It’s all over in Birmingham.

21st World Age Group Competition in Trampoline Gymnastics and Tumbling, November 24 – 27, 2011

… The event included all four disciplines (Individual, Synchronised Trampoline, Double Mini Trampoline and Tumbling) for boys and girls divided into four age groups: 11-12 / 13-14 / 15-16 and 17-18 years old. …

… 683 gymnasts competing in Trampoline, 171- in Tumbling and 233- in DMT; some competitors took part in more than one discipline. …

Trampoline & Tumbling is growing worldwide. And I heard only good news from people who were there.

For a summary of highlights and links to results, check the FIG wrap-up post – Successful WAGC conclude in Birmingham

The only “issue” is whether or not FIG should have 11yr-olds at something considered by many a “World Championships”.

FIG – 21st Trampoline World Age Group Competition – photos on Facebook

Putting aside whether or not kids this young need an event this big, I’m worried the families will be bankrupt from paying travel costs before they get to be Seniors.