I actually like that they place all the way out! With so many participation ribbons given out these days, I think it is a good way for everyone to get something, but know where they stand.
We have had to explain that sometimes your place isn't an indication of your personal improvement. My...
As a mom who just got started with a 9 year old, Level 1, I could not agree with this more. Since reading this board I cannot believe the hours some little itty bitties train and how I would never have let mine do that at that age even if they had given me a 99% chance she would make it to the...
I love the Dutch Braid. On a sidenote, does the hair of college gymnasts drive anyone else crazy? We recorded a lot of college gymnastics for my daughter to watch, and their hair drives me insane! It is totally flying away...the ponytails are loose and flopping everywhere. I cannot stand the...
Thank you! I guess, with my lack of athleticism...(I lettered in French and Drama in HS if that gives you any idea)...I am a little intimidated by our coach. :) It is really our first activity that isn't coached by parents!
It is televised- on UNISPHD...whatever that is! We have it set to DVR. I think it is some kind of University Sports channel? We found a lot of Womens College Gymnastics by doing a search through our cable provider.
As I've said in my few posts, my daughter is in her first year of competing Level 1 and is 9 years old. I realize that the skills in this level are "easy," but she has been scoring in the 38 range and has won a lot. I don't say that to be bragging - I would actually rather her be more...
I have to disagree with you on that. This is my nine year olds first year to compete as a level one in our local gymnastics meets. We are having the best time of our lives! If she never goes any further I think this will be a year she will remember.