Not sure if anyone follows college football, but the NCAA has proposed creating a new subdivision specifically targeted towards the large Power 5 programs (Michigan, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, etc). This will create a division that allows the universities to directly pay student-athletes, NIL...
Only a couple weeks removed and all sorts of activity happening in college gymnastics. I know folks are either to scared to post or shy or just dont care about college gymnastics (although I find that hard to believe on this site), but I thought it would be cool to start a thread marking all...
I certainly hope everyone had the opportunity to watch some or all of the regional action this weekend. I mean, I expect everyone that is active on this board to want to follow this, amiright? I was fortunate to run through all of them. Here are my takeaways:
The quality of gymnastics...
Was at the SEC championships this weekend and got to watch the replays of the Pac-12 and Big 10 champs later. Just saw the brackets came out. Very exciting, I hope others are too. Some thoughts:
OU, Michigan and Florida are clearly the top 3. I did think there was a big gap between OU and...
Obviously watched the two meets Friday and Yesterday. OU has been one of the few teams that I havent been able to see much of this season, mainly because of their conference (hurry up and get in the SEC!). Up until this weekend with the scores that they have been putting up, they had this...
Going to be there all weekend with elite and DP meet. Never been to Columbus as a Florida guy, so looking for things to do outside of the actual meet (dining, shopping, etc). I guess if there are any quirks with the meet itself that I should be aware of that would also be nice to know :)...
Some good meets spread throughout the weekend. Tonight is all about the SEC with Missouri at LSU, it will be interesting to see how LSU continues to respond to the Kiya Johnson injury. As well as Missouri who is looking to take a step up in their results this year with deep experienced roster...
Welp, Week 1 was the quad meet week. This week is more traditional easy viewing dual meets. Seems like a good week to watch SEC meets highlighted by Auburn at Florida. Should be a good one, arena is sold out. Will see if Florida goes for the win or sticks to the long-run strategy of pacing...
Crazy how quick it seems to come up, much like all of our DD's seasons!
Chalk says its going to be between Florida and Oklahoma for the title. I am hoping that the Gators can pull it together and nail it at the right time to finally vanquish Oklahoma. But idk what KJ does, but she always...
She just announced on a slick instagram video with cool music and video clips that this is her last year. Idk, I have no inside Auburn information, but I would speculate that there are mixed emotions around the Auburn team inner circle. On one hand she brought a lot of attention to Auburn...
From the NYT "New Endorsements for College Athletes Resurface Old Concern: Sex Sells". Many conversations about insta-gymmies. But the fact of the matter is there is now real money to be had, life-changing money for girls who cultivate a large social media following. And without a doubt, sex...
Not sure how much it impacts things, like Oklahoma moving to the SEC, but it will be somewhat interesting to see how it might affect both programs moving forward.
Very forward move by Janelle, not expected, bringing in husband/wife from L10 club world. Kyle and Autumn Graber. Anyone have any experience with these coaches? Maybe UCLA is signaling they are moving away from elites and international elites that have traditionally filled their roster...
Big news for Gators. If they were going to have any chance this upcoming season, they needed her. Plus her gymnastics is really beautiful in college. I have to say the best in recent history, maybe Kyla Ross, but definitely in the top, so fortunate to see her go one more time.
Announcement
and wristbands! I have reviewed a few of the grip threads about sweaty hands and the excellent break down of grips, but I was curious if anyone has any brands that they have found better for girls with really tiny hands. My daughter, been using US glove but she is super super tiny. I mean...
USAG Announcement
Dan has been around for awhile, Memmel is a brevet judge and seems well qualified for the technical role. Not completely sure about Sacramone. But it will be interesting to see how they mesh and if this model proves to be better? Any opinions?
Did not see this coming, but says she is stepping away to focus on family. I actually believe this one. I have met her before, very kind and sincere person. Just when Bama is starting to show signs of resurgence. I wonder who is next? Quite the carousel this off-season.
A lot of chatter about Suni leaving Auburn after nationals. Not a good look for her. If true, I hope Graba laws the ultimatum down, kicks her off the team.
The regional sites have been announced now. Ultimately, the title is going to either UF, Oklahoma or Michigan feel pretty confident in saying that. Any of those teams going 24/24 is superior to everyone else in the field. Anyone else in the field would need all 3 to go 22/24 in order to have...
Very excited for this meet. The two teams that I think have a realistic shot at beating Michigan for the title. Should be a 198+ fest and its senior night. Last time we get to see Trinity, Nya, Alyssa, Skaggs competing at home. Also cant wait to see if Trautman competes more events. What's...