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What if Oksana Chusovitina Competed in a Different Era?

To put the longevity of Oksana Chusovitina into proper context, let’s compare her career to other eras. Continue reading What if Oksana Chusovitina Competed in a Different Era?

Mike DavisMay 12, 2022May 12, 2022Leave a comment
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Clemson: Amy Smith Holds All the Aces

Clemson has all the advantages of being an upstart program, and none of the disadvantages. Continue reading Clemson: Amy Smith Holds All the Aces

Mike DavisApril 26, 2022April 26, 2022Leave a comment
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Ponor, Memmel, and Gutsu Headline an Awesome 2022 Hall of Fame Class

Recapping the historic careers of Chellsie Memmel, Catalina Ponor, and Tatiana Gutsu. Continue reading Ponor, Memmel, and Gutsu Headline an Awesome 2022 Hall of Fame Class

Mike DavisApril 5, 2022Leave a comment
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NCAA Gymnasts Are Their Own Brand

NCAA teams usually empower the athletes representing their program. In women’s gymnastics, it is the other way around Continue reading NCAA Gymnasts Are Their Own Brand

Mike DavisApril 1, 2022April 2, 2022Leave a comment
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The Resiliency of Daniela Batrona

As her country experienced a horrific invasion, Daniela Batrona won World Cup medals on two different continents while being thrust into a role far greater than she ever could have imagined. Continue reading The Resiliency of Daniela Batrona

Mike DavisMarch 4, 2022March 5, 20221 Comment
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Eileen Gu is Even Better Than Her Medals Suggest

Eileen Gu dominated the 2022 Olympics. But her dominance was even more staggering when you take a closer look at the results. Continue reading Eileen Gu is Even Better Than Her Medals Suggest

Mike DavisFebruary 25, 2022Leave a comment
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The Recent Rise of Child Athletes in the Olympic Games

The Olympic Games has experienced an influx of ultra young athletes in recent years. So why did the IOC turn a blind eye to it until now? Continue reading The Recent Rise of Child Athletes in the Olympic Games

Mike DavisFebruary 18, 2022February 20, 20222 Comments
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Kamila Valieva: Whenever State-Sponsored Doping Exists, Child-Doping Always Follows

In any sports institution where doping is openly tolerated, the doping of child athletes is bound to occur as well. Continue reading Kamila Valieva: Whenever State-Sponsored Doping Exists, Child-Doping Always Follows

Mike DavisFebruary 16, 20222 Comments
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Simone Biles Wins Yet Another Prestigious Award

Simone Biles wins an award from the BBC which is one of the most remarkable awards of her career Continue reading Simone Biles Wins Yet Another Prestigious Award

Mike DavisDecember 18, 2021December 19, 20211 Comment
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Olympic Rhythmic Gymnasts Who Married a Fellow Olympian

Who are the Olympic “power couples” of Rhythmic Gymnastics? Continue reading Olympic Rhythmic Gymnasts Who Married a Fellow Olympian

Mike DavisDecember 18, 2021December 18, 2021Leave a comment
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The Unprecedented Longevity of Vanessa Ferrari

Oksana Chusovitina is the most admired gymnast when it comes to celebrating longevity. Vanessa Ferrari should be considered in a similar light. Continue reading The Unprecedented Longevity of Vanessa Ferrari

Mike DavisDecember 11, 2021December 11, 2021Leave a comment
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The Three Things Tom Forster Should Be Remembered For

As USA Gymnastics moves into the post-Tom Forster era, there were three moments that best illustrate how he should be remembered. Continue reading The Three Things Tom Forster Should Be Remembered For

Mike DavisDecember 9, 2021December 9, 20214 Comments
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Diana Varinska Gets Engaged and Joins Nadia Comaneci in a Rare Marriage Milestone

In a multi-national union between two Olympic gymnasts that hasn’t occurred in decades, Diana Varinska announced she is engaged. Continue reading Diana Varinska Gets Engaged and Joins Nadia Comaneci in a Rare Marriage Milestone

Mike DavisDecember 3, 2021December 5, 20212 Comments
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Gymnastics Bio #10: Henrietta Onodi

She was the underdog gymnast from an underdog program who rose to become an icon of women’s gymnastics. Continue reading Gymnastics Bio #10: Henrietta Onodi

Mike DavisNovember 24, 20212 Comments
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Bring Back the Longines Prize for Elegance

The Longines Prize for Elegance has become a staple of the World Championships. Why did it disappear? Continue reading Bring Back the Longines Prize for Elegance

Mike DavisNovember 4, 20212 Comments
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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, 2021October 24, 2021Leave a 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 23, 20208 Comments
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Gymnasts Who Have Appeared in Event Finals on Every Apparatus

Gymnasts who have appeared in an Event Finals on vault, bars, beam, and floor. Continue reading Gymnasts Who Have Appeared in Event Finals on Every Apparatus

Mike DavisNovember 11, 2020January 14, 20213 Comments

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