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Category: Modern Gymnastics

Modern Gymnastics

Crazy Records Involving Oksana Chusovitina

More baffling statistics highlighting the career of Oksana Chusovitina. Continue reading Crazy Records Involving Oksana Chusovitina

Mike DavisOctober 4, 2022October 4, 20222 Comments
Data Crunch, Modern Gymnastics

You Must Win Vault Twice

Very rarely does a gymnast win a vault title just once. Most of the time she will win again. Continue reading You Must Win Vault Twice

Mike DavisSeptember 2, 2022Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Two of the Unluckiest Gymnasts Won Gold in the Same Competition

Two gymnasts who have long been denied a gold medal in international competition finally broke their gold medal droughts at the 2022 Commonwealth Games . Continue reading Two of the Unluckiest Gymnasts Won Gold in the Same Competition

Mike DavisAugust 9, 2022August 9, 20221 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Rising Numbers of WOGA, World Champions Centre and Twin City Twisters

Three gymnastics clubs are leading the way in attracting gymnasts from other top clubs who are in need of a new home. Continue reading The Rising Numbers of WOGA, World Champions Centre and Twin City Twisters

Mike DavisAugust 5, 2022August 5, 2022Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Team USA: Taking Pride in Winning Silver

Why American gymnasts don’t need a gold medal to make their country proud. Continue reading Team USA: Taking Pride in Winning Silver

Mike DavisJuly 26, 20222 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Is Simone Biles the Youngest Person to Win the Presidential Medal of Freedom?

664 people have won the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Is Simone Biles the youngest of them all? Continue reading Is Simone Biles the Youngest Person to Win the Presidential Medal of Freedom?

Mike DavisJuly 1, 20223 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Elena Eremina Was a Rare One-Hit Wonder

The retirement of Elena Eremina concludes one of the most unique careers in gymnastics history. Continue reading Elena Eremina Was a Rare One-Hit Wonder

Mike DavisApril 9, 20222 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Ranking the Most Successful Juniors in Gymnastics History

In order to determine who was the most successful junior in gymnastics history, I looked at the results from five international junior competitions to establish a ranking. Continue reading Ranking the Most Successful Juniors in Gymnastics History

Mike DavisMarch 13, 2022March 13, 2022Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Melanie de Jesus dos Santos Needs a Private Jet

How a trip from the island Martinique to Tucson, Arizona highlights the difficulty gymnasts face when they hail from geographically isolated hometowns. Continue reading Melanie de Jesus dos Santos Needs a Private Jet

Mike DavisFebruary 7, 2022February 7, 2022Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Quick Reaction: Artur Dalaloyan (Almost) Retires

Giving a breakdown on the incorrect retirement speculation regarding Artur Dalaloyan. Continue reading Quick Reaction: Artur Dalaloyan (Almost) Retires

Mike DavisJanuary 30, 2022Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

The Greatest Gymnasts Who Never Went to the Olympics

These athletes were legends in their sport, but never competed on the biggest stage and most prestigious competition in women’s gymnastics. Continue reading The Greatest Gymnasts Who Never Went to the Olympics

Mike DavisDecember 16, 2021December 18, 202110 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Are Junior Champions Likely to Become Senior Champions?

In gymnastics history there have been a wide variety of prestigious junior competitions. But what happens when the Champions of these competitions turn senior? Continue reading Are Junior Champions Likely to Become Senior Champions?

Mike DavisNovember 20, 2021November 20, 20212 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts Who Won Olympic AA Qualifications But Not AA Finals (Part II)

These gymnasts once lead the Olympic All-Around standings, but they didn’t have the same luck in AA Finals. Part II covers the gymnasts of 2008-2021. Continue reading Gymnasts Who Won Olympic AA Qualifications But Not AA Finals (Part II)

Mike DavisNovember 16, 2021Leave a comment
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
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
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, 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, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Modern Gymnastics

The Continued Stupidity of USA Gymnastics

How USAG has dealt with the Azarian Gymnastics abuse allegations is a new low for the organization. Continue reading The Continued Stupidity of USA Gymnastics

Mike DavisNovember 7, 2020November 7, 20203 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Is There Anyone Left to Win the European Championships?

With so many nations pulling out of the 2020 European Championships, here is a breakdown of who remains. Continue reading Is There Anyone Left to Win the European Championships?

Mike DavisNovember 6, 2020November 6, 20201 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

Why 2-Per Country Limits in the AA is a Terrible Rule (Part II)

Seven reason why limiting the All-Around to two gymnasts per country and harms the sport. Continue reading Why 2-Per Country Limits in the AA is a Terrible Rule (Part II)

Mike DavisOctober 30, 2020April 8, 20212 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Why 2-Per Country Limits in the AA is a Terrible Rule (Part I)

Seven reason why limiting the All-Around to two gymnasts per country and harms the sport. Continue reading Why 2-Per Country Limits in the AA is a Terrible Rule (Part I)

Mike DavisOctober 30, 2020April 8, 2021Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

What the 2019 European Championships Would Have Looked Like in 2020

How will COVID-19 impact the final standings at the 2020 European Champions. Continue reading What the 2019 European Championships Would Have Looked Like in 2020

Mike DavisOctober 29, 2020November 2, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Famous Mother and Daughter Duos in Gymnastics (Part II)

There are many instances in which a famous gymnast had a daughter who was also a gymnast. In Part II of this series I cover all the examples of mothers whose daughters competed in the NCAA gymnastics as well as other miscellaneous examples. Continue reading Famous Mother and Daughter Duos in Gymnastics (Part II)

Mike DavisSeptember 28, 2020September 29, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Famous Mother and Daughter Duos in Gymnastics (Part I)

There are many instances in which a famous gymnast had a daughter who also went to the Olympics. In Part I of this series I cover all the examples of mothers and daughters who were both Olympians. Continue reading Famous Mother and Daughter Duos in Gymnastics (Part I)

Mike DavisSeptember 28, 2020December 6, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

The Greatest Bar Workers in Gymnastics History

The gymnasts who have left the greatest mark in uneven bars history. Continue reading The Greatest Bar Workers in Gymnastics History

Mike DavisSeptember 19, 2020December 16, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Maggie Haney Horror Show (Featuring Victoria Levine)

Recapping the allegations that have been made against Maggie Haney. Continue reading The Maggie Haney Horror Show (Featuring Victoria Levine)

Mike DavisSeptember 5, 2020September 6, 20202 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts Who Swept a Competition

The gymnasts who won a medal on every event at a single competition. Continue reading Gymnasts Who Swept a Competition

Mike DavisSeptember 1, 2020September 1, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts Who (Almost) Swept a Competition

Gymnasts who would have medaled on every event, if not for a 4th place finish. Continue reading Gymnasts Who (Almost) Swept a Competition

Mike DavisSeptember 1, 2020September 1, 2020Leave a comment
Data Crunch, Data Crunch #7, Modern Gymnastics

The Dominance of Simone Biles is Insane (Part III)

When Simone Biles’ medal tally is added up, it looks like a mountain compared to every one else. Continue reading The Dominance of Simone Biles is Insane (Part III)

Mike DavisAugust 30, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

The Story Behind the Basketball Coach Miss Val Likes to Promote

Miss Val has always held John Wooden in high regard, but who was John Wooden? Continue reading The Story Behind the Basketball Coach Miss Val Likes to Promote

Mike DavisAugust 22, 2020August 22, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Texas Dreams: The Questions That Were Never Asked

With Texas Dreams embroiled in controversy, it is time to examine the questions that were not getting asked. Continue reading Texas Dreams: The Questions That Were Never Asked

Mike DavisAugust 8, 2020August 9, 20209 Comments
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

The Legend of D-D Breaux

D-D Breaux was more than a legend, she was the last of her kind. Continue reading The Legend of D-D Breaux

Mike DavisAugust 4, 2020August 6, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Athlete A: One of the Most Successful Gymnastics Documentaries of All Time

Gymnastics fans know all about Athlete A, but most are unaware as to just how much success the film is having. Continue reading Athlete A: One of the Most Successful Gymnastics Documentaries of All Time

Mike DavisJuly 13, 2020July 13, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

How Mary Lou Retton Tries to Rewrite Gymnastics History

Why does Mary Lou Retton contend that Ecaterina Szabo was the 1983 World Champion? Continue reading How Mary Lou Retton Tries to Rewrite Gymnastics History

Mike DavisJuly 12, 2020July 16, 20204 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Quick Reaction: British Gymnastics Abuse Allegations

Some quick thoughts on recent allegations that have surfaced within the British gymnastics program. Continue reading Quick Reaction: British Gymnastics Abuse Allegations

Mike DavisJuly 6, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Was Maggie Nichols Unfairly Left Off the Olympic Team?

Why Maggie Nichols was left off the 2016 Olympic team is fiercely debated, these are the points that get lost in the discussion. Continue reading Was Maggie Nichols Unfairly Left Off the Olympic Team?

Mike DavisJune 30, 2020November 26, 20203 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Maggie Haney: The Real Question is What Comes Next

With the Haney ruling announced, now comes the question of what it means for future abuse cases. Continue reading Maggie Haney: The Real Question is What Comes Next

Mike DavisApril 30, 20203 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

American Gymnasts Are Better Than You Think

American gymnastics has seen tremendous growth, but its growth has been considerably larger than people realize. Continue reading American Gymnasts Are Better Than You Think

Mike DavisApril 29, 2020April 29, 20202 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

The Hidden Difficulty of the Vault

The difficulty of performing well on vault in an Event Finals in more difficult than people realize. Continue reading The Hidden Difficulty of the Vault

Mike DavisApril 18, 2020April 21, 20202 Comments
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Vault Queens Who Did Not Win an Olympic Gold Medal

Three vault legends seemed to be unbeatable on the apparatus, only to make a mistake at the worst possible moment. Continue reading Vault Queens Who Did Not Win an Olympic Gold Medal

Mike DavisApril 18, 2020April 20, 20201 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts and the Handstand Challenge

Gymnasts have joined in on a viral trend to pass the time while they are stuck in quarantine. Continue reading Gymnasts and the Handstand Challenge

Mike DavisApril 13, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

The Media Needs to Stop Comparing Konnor McClain to Simone Biles

Konnor McClain is a great gymnast, but pegging her against Simone Biles is unwarranted and unfair. Continue reading The Media Needs to Stop Comparing Konnor McClain to Simone Biles

Mike DavisApril 3, 2020April 14, 20202 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Myth vs Reality: Is Simone Biles Breaking an Age Barrier?

As Simone is forced to wait another year for the Olympics, she enters deeper into uncharted territory regarding her age. Continue reading Myth vs Reality: Is Simone Biles Breaking an Age Barrier?

Mike DavisApril 3, 2020April 3, 20203 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

McKayla Maroney: A Case Study of How Television Should Not Treat an Athlete

It is normal to cover gymnasts reacting to a tough loss. But did putting Maroney in 93.8% of their coverage cross a line? Continue reading McKayla Maroney: A Case Study of How Television Should Not Treat an Athlete

Mike DavisApril 3, 2020April 13, 20203 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Tokyo 2021: What Comes Next

As the Olympic Games are moved to 2021, Gymnastics has four major logistical problems that need to be resolved. Continue reading Tokyo 2021: What Comes Next

Mike DavisMarch 25, 2020March 25, 20201 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

Lorette Charpy: A Case Study In Mental Strength

After experiencing an equipment malfunction, it was how she reacted that makes Lorette Charpy an example of the mental strength gymnasts have. Continue reading Lorette Charpy: A Case Study In Mental Strength

Mike DavisMarch 8, 2020March 9, 2020Leave a comment
Data Crunch, Data Crunch #9, Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts of the 2010s Visualized

Gymnasts of the 2010s are visualized to show how dominant they were and on which events they had the most success. Continue reading Gymnasts of the 2010s Visualized

Mike DavisFebruary 29, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

The Perfect Ten is Misunderstood

The perfect 10 made Nadia and Ohashi famous, but it didn’t make gymnastics famous. This fundamental difference is why the perfect 10 is misunderstood. Continue reading The Perfect Ten is Misunderstood

Mike DavisJanuary 31, 20201 Comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Is it Harder to Win Medals in Men’s or Women’s Gymnastics?

Is it easier to win medals in men’s gymnastics or women’s gymnastics? The question sounds simple but the answer is anything but. Continue reading Is it Harder to Win Medals in Men’s or Women’s Gymnastics?

Mike DavisJanuary 29, 2020July 27, 20201 Comment
Modern Gymnastics

There is no Defense for the Actions of Mary Lou Retton

Mary Lou Retton notoriously meet with Congress over the Sex Abuse Bill. Here’s what actually happened. Continue reading There is no Defense for the Actions of Mary Lou Retton

Mike DavisJanuary 23, 2020January 25, 202011 Comments
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

Ragan Smith is Already an NCAA Success Story

Ragan Smith’s arrival at Oklahoma has given her new life and has transformed her for the better. Continue reading Ragan Smith is Already an NCAA Success Story

Mike DavisJanuary 4, 2020January 4, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Add Another Jewel to Simone’s Crown

As Simone wins another award, her legacy continues to grow. Continue reading Add Another Jewel to Simone’s Crown

Mike DavisDecember 27, 2019March 23, 2020Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Italy: An Overlooked Gymnastics Program

For Italian WAG, its success goes far beyond a single class of 2003 gymnasts. Continue reading Italy: An Overlooked Gymnastics Program

Mike DavisDecember 14, 2019October 19, 2020Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

The Russian Gymnasts Who Broke Our Hearts

The Russian gymnasts who should have won more medals. Continue reading The Russian Gymnasts Who Broke Our Hearts

Mike DavisNovember 30, 2019April 18, 20202 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

USAG: The Consequences of a Cover-Up

USAG’s conduct during the Nassar scandal caused more pain than was necessary. Continue reading USAG: The Consequences of a Cover-Up

Mike DavisNovember 22, 2019November 22, 2019Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

The 2019 World Championships Curse

In early 2019 there were nine active gymnasts with AA medals. Only one of them made it all the way to the end of the 2019 World Championships. Continue reading The 2019 World Championships Curse

Mike DavisNovember 21, 2019Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

Dispelling the Myth: Jade Carey and Her NCAA Eligibility

Disproving the myth that Jade Carey will lose 1-year of NCAA if she takes the year off to train for the Olympics Continue reading Dispelling the Myth: Jade Carey and Her NCAA Eligibility

Mike DavisNovember 13, 2019November 17, 2019Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics, NCAA

Why Canadians Pick UCLA

No college program has been so successful in recruiting Canadians. But why is this the case? Continue reading Why Canadians Pick UCLA

Mike DavisOctober 28, 2019November 17, 20193 Comments
Modern Gymnastics

Gymnasts Throwing a First Pitch (Gif Guide)

When baseball meets gymnastics, the result is usually entertaining. Continue reading Gymnasts Throwing a First Pitch (Gif Guide)

Mike DavisOctober 24, 2019November 17, 2019Leave a comment
Gymnastics History, Modern Gymnastics

Why So Many Gymnasts Come From Voronezh

Viktoria Komova, Angelina Melnikova, and Elena Davydova. Why is a relatively small Russian city a gymnastics powerhouse? Continue reading Why So Many Gymnasts Come From Voronezh

Mike DavisAugust 25, 2019November 17, 2019Leave a comment
Modern Gymnastics

Simone Biles is Already a Legend, But She is Capable of Much More

Biles has already established an incredible legacy for herself. I came up with four things Biles can accomplish that will enhance her legacy even further. Continue reading Simone Biles is Already a Legend, But She is Capable of Much More

Mike DavisAugust 8, 2019November 17, 2019Leave a comment

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