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Author: Mike Davis

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The 15 Greatest Gymnasts of the Tokyo Quad (Part II)

As the Tokyo Olympic cycle comes to its conclusion, I recap the 15 most successful gymnasts of the past five years. In this part I profile the gymnasts ranked 7th to 1st. Continue reading The 15 Greatest Gymnasts of the Tokyo Quad (Part II)

Mike DavisNovember 1, 2021November 1, 20211 Comment
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The 15 Greatest Gymnasts of the Tokyo Quad (Part I)

As the Tokyo Olympic cycle comes to its conclusion, I recap the 15 most successful gymnasts of the past five years. In this part I profile the gymnasts ranked 15th to 8th. Continue reading The 15 Greatest Gymnasts of the Tokyo Quad (Part I)

Mike DavisNovember 1, 2021November 1, 20211 Comment
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The Stupidity of USAG (October 2021 Edition)

SafeSport violations in rhythmic gymnastics expose the continued cultural failures of USAG. Continue reading The Stupidity of USAG (October 2021 Edition)

Mike DavisOctober 30, 2021Leave a comment
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What Melnikova and Ashikawa accomplished at the 2021 World Championships

At the 2021 World Championships two gymnasts achieved a milestone that had happened only twice before within their respective program. Continue reading What Melnikova and Ashikawa accomplished at the 2021 World Championships

Mike DavisOctober 28, 2021October 30, 2021Leave a comment
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Ranking the Most Dominant Gymnasts of the Decade (2020s)

Who was the best gymnast of the current decade? I give 3 points for gold, 2 for silver, and 1 for bronze to find out. Continue reading Ranking the Most Dominant Gymnasts of the Decade (2020s)

Mike DavisOctober 24, 2021November 7, 20221 Comment
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The Rise of Leanne Wong and Kayla DiCello

Two gymnasts tasted success for the first time. More importantly, they did it together. Continue reading The Rise of Leanne Wong and Kayla DiCello

Mike DavisOctober 21, 2021Leave a comment
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Quick Reaction: Hitomi Hatakeda’s Injury

Hitomi Hatakeda was on the verge of making history for herself, her family, and her country before one ill-timed skill brought her 2021 run to a halt. Continue reading Quick Reaction: Hitomi Hatakeda’s Injury

Mike DavisOctober 20, 2021October 20, 20211 Comment
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The Gymnasts Who Made History at the 2021 World Championships

Three countries will appear in Event Finals for the first time ever. But that is only the beginning of all the feats that were accomplished in qualifying at the 2021 World Championships. Continue reading The Gymnasts Who Made History at the 2021 World Championships

Mike DavisOctober 19, 2021October 21, 20214 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

When Did Marta Karolyi Become “Martha?”

Explaining the difference between “Martha” and “Marta” Karolyi. Continue reading When Did Marta Karolyi Become “Martha?”

Mike DavisOctober 7, 20212 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

The Shame of Martha Karolyi

Some thoughts on a recent interview featuring Martha Karolyi Continue reading The Shame of Martha Karolyi

Mike DavisSeptember 29, 20218 Comments
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The Lack of Racial Diversity In Women’s Gymnastics Medal Leaders

The 2021 Olympics produced a highly diverse field of Olympic medalists, but the same can not be said when looking at the list of career medal leaders in women’s gymnastics. Continue reading The Lack of Racial Diversity In Women’s Gymnastics Medal Leaders

Mike DavisSeptember 20, 2021October 24, 20217 Comments
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Ranking the Most Dominant South Korean Gymnasts

Who is the best gymnast from South Korea? I give 3 points for gold, 2 for silver, and 1 for bronze to find out. Continue reading Ranking the Most Dominant South Korean Gymnasts

Mike DavisSeptember 19, 2021Leave a comment
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Do Post-Olympic World Championships Have Weaker Fields?

It is often said gymnasts “skip” the World Championships following the Olympics. But is that assertion true? Continue reading Do Post-Olympic World Championships Have Weaker Fields?

Mike DavisSeptember 11, 2021September 12, 20212 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

The Russian City That Does Nothing but Produce Olympic Gymnasts

In 2021 Anastasia Ilyankova became the latest Olympian from a Russian city with a storied gymnastics history. Continue reading The Russian City That Does Nothing but Produce Olympic Gymnasts

Mike DavisAugust 29, 2021August 29, 2021Leave a comment
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Remembering the Afghanistan Women’s Soccer Team

Reflections on the Afghanistan women’s soccer team and the powerful figures who led it. Continue reading Remembering the Afghanistan Women’s Soccer Team

Mike DavisAugust 27, 2021August 27, 20212 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

What Simone Biles did for Elena Mukhina

Simone Biles may not realize it, but she just gifted Elena Mukhina something that is long overdue. Continue reading What Simone Biles did for Elena Mukhina

Mike DavisAugust 10, 2021August 10, 20219 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Whacky Stats and Records From the 2021 Olympics

42 bullet points representing the most funky and compelling statistics from the 2021 Olympics Continue reading Whacky Stats and Records From the 2021 Olympics

Mike DavisAugust 3, 2021August 3, 20218 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

The Growing Strength of Angelina Melnikova

Angelina Melnikova is the unusual case of a gymnast who only seems to get better with time. Continue reading The Growing Strength of Angelina Melnikova

Mike DavisJuly 22, 20211 Comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Did Everyone Go to the Olympics Without Me? (Part II)

In this 2-part series I cover the rare phenomenon of the “near-Olympic team.” Part II covers teams from the 2000s-present Continue reading Did Everyone Go to the Olympics Without Me? (Part II)

Mike DavisJuly 13, 20212 Comments
Gymnastics History

Did Everyone Go to the Olympics Without Me? (Part I)

In this 2-part series I cover the rare phenomenon of the “near-Olympic team.” Part I covers teams from the 1970s-1990s. Continue reading Did Everyone Go to the Olympics Without Me? (Part I)

Mike DavisJuly 13, 2021July 13, 20211 Comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts Who Were Role Models For a Future Olympian

These gymnasts didn’t make an Olympic team, but their young training partner did. Continue reading Gymnasts Who Were Role Models For a Future Olympian

Mike DavisJune 30, 2021July 2, 20212 Comments
Data Crunch, Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Ranking the Most Dominant All-Around Podiums

Ranking the strongest All-Around podiums in gymnastics history based on success throughout the rest of the competition. Continue reading Ranking the Most Dominant All-Around Podiums

Mike DavisJune 21, 2021December 9, 20223 Comments
Data Crunch, Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Ranking the Most Dominant All-Around Podiums (By Year)

Ranking the strongest All-Around podiums in gymnastics history based on success throughout the rest of the competition. Continue reading Ranking the Most Dominant All-Around Podiums (By Year)

Mike DavisJune 21, 2021December 9, 20221 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

Three Reasons Why Simone Biles Should Compete in 2024

Simone Biles in Paris 2024? Here is why it makes so much sense. Continue reading Three Reasons Why Simone Biles Should Compete in 2024

Mike DavisJune 16, 2021June 17, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

France 2021: The Olympic Team From Three Different Continents

2021 France will be represented by gymnasts born in the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe. More importantly, all of them were born French and have always lived in France. Continue reading France 2021: The Olympic Team From Three Different Continents

Mike DavisJune 14, 2021June 15, 20211 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

Quick Reaction: Great Britain Names 2021 Olympic Team

My take on the 2021 British Team Continue reading Quick Reaction: Great Britain Names 2021 Olympic Team

Mike DavisJune 8, 2021June 8, 20211 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Becky Downie Situation

Analyzing the decision to not name Becky Downie to the 2021 Olympic team. Continue reading The Becky Downie Situation

Mike DavisJune 8, 2021June 15, 20216 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Simone Biles Always Wins

Simone isn’t just beating her competitors, but anyone who dares to oppose her. Continue reading Simone Biles Always Wins

Mike DavisJune 6, 2021June 6, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

How Will Simone Biles’ Career Be Remembered?

It is not what you win, it is not how you win, it is the story that gets told along the way. Continue reading How Will Simone Biles’ Career Be Remembered?

Mike DavisMay 27, 2021June 2, 20211 Comment
Data Crunch, Modern Gymnastics

The 2021 U.S. Classics Features an Incredibly Young Field

The 2021 U.S. Classics is shockingly young, over half the competitors are 1st or 2nd year seniors. Continue reading The 2021 U.S. Classics Features an Incredibly Young Field

Mike DavisMay 22, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Can We Talk About How Impressive this 2021 U.S. Classics Start List Is?

The 2021 U.S. Classic will feature 42 gymnasts, it may be one of the most talented fields ever assembled in a domestic American meet Continue reading Can We Talk About How Impressive this 2021 U.S. Classics Start List Is?

Mike DavisMay 21, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

Dominique Dawes is on a Mission to Fix Gymnastics

Dominique Dawes wants to change gymnastics, and she won’t mince words in an attempt to accomplish that goal. Continue reading Dominique Dawes is on a Mission to Fix Gymnastics

Mike DavisMay 16, 2021Leave a comment
Off-Topic

The Gymnast Who Died at the Berlin Wall

In the final days of the Cold War, a 20 year old former gymnast made a daring attempt to scale the Berlin Wall. Continue reading The Gymnast Who Died at the Berlin Wall

Mike DavisMay 15, 20211 Comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Viktoria Listunova Achieved a Record Only Held by Nadia Comaneci

For 1st-year seniors it is usually impossible to win the All-Around at the European Championships. Only Nadia Comaneci had done it, now Viktoria Listunova can say the same. Continue reading Viktoria Listunova Achieved a Record Only Held by Nadia Comaneci

Mike DavisMay 4, 2021May 4, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Quick Reactions: Daniela Trica Retires

Three thoughts on what the reitement of Daniela Trica means for the future of Romanian gymnastics. Continue reading Quick Reactions: Daniela Trica Retires

Mike DavisApril 28, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

What the 2021 European Championships Tell Us About Age Trends in Gymnastics

The 2021 European Championships proved gymnastics is still dominated by young athletes, but exceptions are becoming more common. Continue reading What the 2021 European Championships Tell Us About Age Trends in Gymnastics

Mike DavisApril 28, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Arrival of Jessica Gadirova

After two years of being overshadowed by her sister, Jessica Gadirova has crashed onto the scene in her international senior debut. Continue reading The Arrival of Jessica Gadirova

Mike DavisApril 26, 20211 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Unusual Rise of Viktoria Listunova

In any other era Viktoria Listunova would be your typical child prodigy, but between COVID-19 and Simone Biles, this era has been anything but typical. Continue reading The Unusual Rise of Viktoria Listunova

Mike DavisApril 23, 20211 Comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

Quick Reactions to the 2021 National Championships

Michigan winning a National Championship is both a homage to the past and a homage to the future of the sport. Continue reading Quick Reactions to the 2021 National Championships

Mike DavisApril 17, 2021April 17, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

The Unlucky Generation of Soviet Gymnastics

If you were a Soviet gymnast, you did not want to be born in the 1940s. Continue reading The Unlucky Generation of Soviet Gymnastics

Mike DavisApril 16, 2021April 16, 20214 Comments
Gymnastics History

How Close Did Olga Korbut Come to Not Making the 1972 Olympic Team?

What would gymnastics be like if Olga Korbut had been left off the 1972 Soviet Olympic team? This scenario came awfully close to happening. Continue reading How Close Did Olga Korbut Come to Not Making the 1972 Olympic Team?

Mike DavisMarch 28, 2021March 29, 20212 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Gymnastics and #StopAsianHate

At a time when acts of hate are being committed against Asian-Americans, it is important to reflect on what that means for the Asian-Americans who represent Team USA. Continue reading Gymnastics and #StopAsianHate

Mike DavisMarch 22, 202115 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

2021 Russia: A Team Hungry for Success

As Russia gears up for the 2021 National Championships, the program enters a new era unlike the previous decade. Continue reading 2021 Russia: A Team Hungry for Success

Mike DavisMarch 12, 2021March 24, 20213 Comments
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USAG Is Only Pretending to Follow Child Protection Recommendations (Literally)

In USAG’s 2021 audit, glaring flaws can be found as to how it is implementation recommendations stemming from the 2017 Deborah Daniels Report. Continue reading USAG Is Only Pretending to Follow Child Protection Recommendations (Literally)

Mike DavisMarch 11, 2021March 11, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Uncategorized

The Unlikely Gymnast and the Unlikely Coach (Part II)

It was the most unconventional duo in gymnastics history. The partnership between Elena Mukhina and Mikhail Klimenko was highly successful, but also proved to be mutually self-destructive. Continue reading The Unlikely Gymnast and the Unlikely Coach (Part II)

Mike DavisMarch 5, 2021March 5, 20213 Comments
Gymnastics History

The Unlikely Gymnast and the Unlikely Coach (Part I)

It was the most unconventional duo in gymnastics history. The partnership between Elena Mukhina and Mikhail Klimenko was highly successful, but also proved to be mutually self-destructive. Continue reading The Unlikely Gymnast and the Unlikely Coach (Part I)

Mike DavisMarch 5, 2021March 5, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Oksana Chusovitina Is No Longer the Oldest Olympic Gymnast

Due to newly surfaced research, it has been discovered that there is an Olympic gymnast who is even older than Oksana Chusovitina. So, Oksana Chusovitina will just have to break that record again. Continue reading Oksana Chusovitina Is No Longer the Oldest Olympic Gymnast

Mike DavisMarch 3, 2021March 4, 20215 Comments
Modern Gymnastics, Uncategorized

The Absurdity of Li Li Leung’s Statement

In a poorly thought out attempt at damage control, Li Li Leung provoked the ire of the Gymternet. Continue reading The Absurdity of Li Li Leung’s Statement

Mike DavisFebruary 27, 2021Leave a comment
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What the Trial of John Geddert Could Have Accomplished

As the gymnastics community reflects on the passing of John Geddert, I give reflections on what could have been had a trial occurred. Continue reading What the Trial of John Geddert Could Have Accomplished

Mike DavisFebruary 26, 2021February 26, 20211 Comment
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2032 Olympics Will Most Likely Go To Australia

In a decision that is being called “all but certain” Australia is expected to host the 2032 Olympics. Continue reading 2032 Olympics Will Most Likely Go To Australia

Mike DavisFebruary 24, 2021February 24, 20217 Comments
The News

The News: February 23rd, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from February 16th, 2021 to February 23rd, 2021 Continue reading The News: February 23rd, 2021

Mike DavisFebruary 23, 2021Leave a comment
The News

The News (Special Edition)

Recapping select non-gymnastics news events February 16th, 2021 to February 23rd, 2021 Continue reading The News (Special Edition)

Mike DavisFebruary 23, 2021February 23, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

List of 2021 AAI Award Nominees

The following 29 gymnasts were nominated for the 2021 AAI Award. Continue reading List of 2021 AAI Award Nominees

Mike DavisFebruary 23, 2021Leave a comment
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Simone Biles: The Power of Having a Voice

Simone uses her body to win medals, she also has a voice which she uses to help others. Continue reading Simone Biles: The Power of Having a Voice

Mike DavisFebruary 20, 2021February 20, 20215 Comments
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The News: February 15th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from February 11th, 2021 to February 15th, 2021 Continue reading The News: February 15th, 2021

Mike DavisFebruary 15, 2021February 23, 20211 Comment
Gymnastics History

Dianne Durham Honored in Kentucky House of Representatives

In 1983 Dianne Durham visited Kentucky, 38 years later that visit was remembered in the Kentucky House of Representatives. Continue reading Dianne Durham Honored in Kentucky House of Representatives

Mike DavisFebruary 12, 2021February 12, 2021Leave a comment
The News

The News: February 11th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from February 8th, 2021 to February 11th, 2021 Continue reading The News: February 11th, 2021

Mike DavisFebruary 11, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

USAG Athlete Representatives Should be a Level-10 or NCAA Gymnast

USAG has a problem with bad athlete advocates, perhaps it should recruit from the NCAA ranks to find better candidates. Continue reading USAG Athlete Representatives Should be a Level-10 or NCAA Gymnast

Mike DavisFebruary 10, 2021February 10, 20213 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

McKayla Maroney is Awesome (Part II)

For someone who has been knocked down so many times in life, all McKayla Maroney wants to do is give back to the world with continued messages of positivity. Continue reading McKayla Maroney is Awesome (Part II)

Mike DavisFebruary 10, 2021February 10, 20213 Comments
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

The Magic of Coach Jordyn Wieber

Jordyn Wieber is one of the youngest coaches in NCAA history, but what does this mean for college gymnasts who grew up watching her compete? Continue reading The Magic of Coach Jordyn Wieber

Mike DavisFebruary 9, 2021February 11, 2021Leave a comment
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The News: February 8th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from February 2nd, 2021 to February 8th, 2021 Continue reading The News: February 8th, 2021

Mike DavisFebruary 8, 2021February 8, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

Dianne Durham: A Career That Mattered

As the gymnastics community mourns the passing of a legend, now is the time to reflect on the importance of her career. Continue reading Dianne Durham: A Career That Mattered

Mike DavisFebruary 5, 2021February 5, 202110 Comments
Archive, The News

The News: February 2nd, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 25th, 2021 to February 2nd, 2021 Continue reading The News: February 2nd, 2021

Mike DavisFebruary 2, 2021February 23, 20214 Comments
Uncategorized

McKayla Maroney is Awesome

McKayla Maroney is celebrated for being an amazing athlete, she should also be celebrated for her courage. Continue reading McKayla Maroney is Awesome

Mike DavisJanuary 29, 2021January 31, 20213 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Why Does Li Li Leung Keep Treating Gymnastics Fans Like Trash?

Li Li Leung treats gymnastics fans like trash because her views don’t align with a fanbase that wants accountability and reform. Continue reading Why Does Li Li Leung Keep Treating Gymnastics Fans Like Trash?

Mike DavisJanuary 28, 2021February 15, 20212 Comments
Archive, The News

The News: January 25th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 23rd, 2021 to January 25th, 2021 Continue reading The News: January 25th, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 25, 2021February 23, 2021Leave a comment
Archive, The News

The News: January 23rd, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 20th, 2021 to January 23rd, 2021 Continue reading The News: January 23rd, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 23, 2021February 23, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

Remembering Julissa Gomez

People remember Julissa Gomez for the way her career ended, but the rest of her story should be remembered as well. Continue reading Remembering Julissa Gomez

Mike DavisJanuary 22, 2021February 24, 20211 Comment
Archive, The News

The News: January 20th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 17th, 2021 to January 20th, 2021 Continue reading The News: January 20th, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 20, 2021February 9, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

The Rise and Fall of Kim Gwang Suk

Kim Gwang Suk was a fascinating gymnast, she emerged in an era of chaos while her disappearance was equally perplexing. Continue reading The Rise and Fall of Kim Gwang Suk

Mike DavisJanuary 19, 2021January 29, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

The Wolf Turn Was as Popular 50 Years Ago as it is Today (Part II)

In Part II of this series, I cover the history of the wolf turn and why it should be considered one of the most sacred skills in gymnastics history. Continue reading The Wolf Turn Was as Popular 50 Years Ago as it is Today (Part II)

Mike DavisJanuary 18, 2021January 18, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

The Wolf Turn Was as Popular 50 Years Ago as it is Today (Part I)

It would shock you to know that the wolf turn is not a modern skill. It was as popular 50 years ago as it is today. Continue reading The Wolf Turn Was as Popular 50 Years Ago as it is Today (Part I)

Mike DavisJanuary 18, 2021January 19, 20213 Comments
Archive, The News

The News: January 17th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 13th, 2021 to January 17th, 2021. Continue reading The News: January 17th, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 17, 2021February 9, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Best Way to Honor a Legend is Knowing When to Say Goodbye

The best way to honor Simone Biles is to celebrate what she has already accomplished, not endless speculation on a 2024 comeback. Continue reading The Best Way to Honor a Legend is Knowing When to Say Goodbye

Mike DavisJanuary 16, 2021January 17, 20212 Comments
Archive, The News

The News: January 13th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 10th, 2021 to January 13th, 2021 Continue reading The News: January 13th, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 13, 2021February 9, 2021Leave a comment
Archive, The News

The News: January 10th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 9th, 2021 to January 10th, 2021 Continue reading The News: January 10th, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 10, 2021February 9, 20211 Comment
Gymnastics History

1928 Italy: The Most Tragic Record in Sports

In 1928, a team of child athletes won a silver medal in the gymnastics team competition. Shortly afterwards, one of them died. Continue reading 1928 Italy: The Most Tragic Record in Sports

Mike DavisJanuary 9, 20213 Comments
Archive, The News

The News: January 9th, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from January 6th, 2021 to January 9th, 2021 Continue reading The News: January 9th, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 8, 2021February 9, 20212 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Reunion: The Little French Island That Produces So Many Olympic Gymnasts

This small island off the coast of Madagascar has produced seven Olympic gymnasts. Continue reading Reunion: The Little French Island That Produces So Many Olympic Gymnasts

Mike DavisJanuary 7, 2021January 7, 2021Leave a comment
Archive, The News

The News: January 5th 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics news from January 1st, 2021 to January 5th, 2021. Continue reading The News: January 5th 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 5, 2021February 9, 20211 Comment
Gymnastics History

The Forgotten Countries of the 1980 Boycott

The 1980 Olympic boycott is widely portrayed through the lens of the USA, here is how it impacted everyone else. Continue reading The Forgotten Countries of the 1980 Boycott

Mike DavisJanuary 5, 2021January 5, 2021Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

How the 1980 Olympic Boycott Altered the Career of Olga Mostepanova

Olga Mostepanova is well known for being affected by the 1984 Olympic boycott, this is how the 1980 boycott impacted her career as well. Continue reading How the 1980 Olympic Boycott Altered the Career of Olga Mostepanova

Mike DavisJanuary 4, 2021January 6, 20211 Comment
Archive, The News

The News: January 1st, 2021

Recapping all the Gymnastics events from Late-December to January 1st, 2021. Continue reading The News: January 1st, 2021

Mike DavisJanuary 1, 2021February 9, 20211 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Swiss Gymnastics Paradox

The unique arrangement of the Swiss program handicaps the careers of its gymnasts. Creating a paradox for its athletes in the process. Continue reading The Swiss Gymnastics Paradox

Mike DavisDecember 31, 2020January 23, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Swiss Gymnastics: A Long History of Overcoming Adversity

Two Olympic boycotts and a program that spent decades being neglected due to sexism, Switzerland had to overcome so much adversity before it could win an Olympic medal. Continue reading Swiss Gymnastics: A Long History of Overcoming Adversity

Mike DavisDecember 31, 2020December 31, 2020Leave a comment
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The Worst Olympic Qualification Model Ever Devised

The 1976 Olympic qualification process was so flawed, teams could easily cheat the system and FIG had to scrap it three months before the Olympics. Continue reading The Worst Olympic Qualification Model Ever Devised

Mike DavisDecember 29, 2020December 30, 20201 Comment
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Which American Cities Have Produced the Most Olympians?

Which region of the United States is a gymnastics power? I tracked the hometown of every Olympian born in the United States to find out. Continue reading Which American Cities Have Produced the Most Olympians?

Mike DavisDecember 23, 2020December 23, 2020Leave a comment
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The List of Every Olympian Born in the United States

These are the Olympic gymnasts who were born in the United States. Some competed under the American flag, many did not. Continue reading The List of Every Olympian Born in the United States

Mike DavisDecember 23, 2020December 6, 202210 Comments
Data Crunch

Which American States Have Produced the Most Olympians

Which American state has produced the most Olympians? I crunch the numbers to find out. Continue reading Which American States Have Produced the Most Olympians

Mike DavisDecember 23, 2020December 6, 20222 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

The Arrival of Anastasia Motak

Anastasia Motak entered the 2020 European Championships as a relatively unknown gymnast. She left with three medals and is the breakout star of 2020. Anastasia Motak has officially arrived. Continue reading The Arrival of Anastasia Motak

Mike DavisDecember 21, 2020December 21, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Larisa Iordache Has Unfinished Business

How has Larisa Iordache managed to stage such an improbable comeback? With so many goals yet to be achieved, Iordache still has unfinished business. Larisa is not leaving the sport until she has achieved what she has set out to do. Continue reading Larisa Iordache Has Unfinished Business

Mike DavisDecember 19, 2020December 20, 20201 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

Beth Tweddle: The Most Under-Rated Gymnast of the Last 50 Years.

This article makes the case for Beth Tweddle being the most under-rated gymnasts of the last 50 years. I measure her consistency, longevity, medal count, and status as a trailblazer in the sport to make the case. Continue reading Beth Tweddle: The Most Under-Rated Gymnast of the Last 50 Years.

Mike DavisDecember 15, 2020December 16, 20202 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Why Sandra Izbasa is a Romanian Icon

An analysis of Sandra Izbasa’s career and why her unique experiences made her a Romanian icon. Continue reading Why Sandra Izbasa is a Romanian Icon

Mike DavisDecember 14, 2020Leave a comment
Data Crunch

Gymnasts With the Most Top-8 Finishes in the All-Around

What if gymnast was credited for appearing in an AA finals in the same way they are credited for appearing in an apparatus finals? I crunch the numbers to find out. Continue reading Gymnasts With the Most Top-8 Finishes in the All-Around

Mike DavisDecember 9, 2020December 11, 2022Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

The Most Successful Gymnasts Who Never Won a Gold Medal

These gymnasts never won a gold medal. But that didn’t stop them from becoming icons of the sport. Continue reading The Most Successful Gymnasts Who Never Won a Gold Medal

Mike DavisDecember 8, 2020December 14, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

Why Gymnastics Was the Hardest Hit Olympic Sport in the Holocaust

In this article I examine the unique history of gymnastics that put the sport at the center of the Holocaust. Continue reading Why Gymnastics Was the Hardest Hit Olympic Sport in the Holocaust

Mike DavisDecember 7, 2020December 7, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

Gymnastics and the Holocaust

Gymnastics was by far the hardest hit sport in the Holocaust. In this article I recount the careers of over 20 elite level gymnasts who had been murdered during World War II. Continue reading Gymnastics and the Holocaust

Mike DavisDecember 7, 2020December 7, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

When Ukraine Ruled Gymnastics

Oksana Omelianchik, Tatiana Gutsu, and Lilia Podkopayeva. From the late 1980s to the early 1990s, Ukraine was an unstoppable force in gymnastics. Continue reading When Ukraine Ruled Gymnastics

Mike DavisDecember 6, 2020December 9, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History

When Ukraine Ruled the Artistic Sports

Tatiana Gutsu, Oksana Baiul, Lilia Podkopayeva, and Alexandra Timoshenko. Ukraine’s dominance of artistic sports in the 1990s was a sight to behold. Continue reading When Ukraine Ruled the Artistic Sports

Mike DavisDecember 6, 2020December 9, 20202 Comments
Gymnastics History

How Dominant Was the Eastern Bloc in Gymnastics?

The Eastern Bloc once dominated gymnastics, but how should their medal count be interpreted? Continue reading How Dominant Was the Eastern Bloc in Gymnastics?

Mike DavisDecember 2, 2020December 7, 2020Leave a comment

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