Fred Turnoff just told me that he remembers taking a judging course "years ago.". I think it's reasonable to assume that it was something below brevet.
I definitely remember seeing John R. judging. It was probably at MAG college meets, but I am not sure.
I remember him talking about judging, particularly in relation to needing to be on top of the code in order to adequately coach his own athletes. He has had some good athletes, but when I think about it, I don't know how high he might have gone.
She has terrible basics. She has gotten this far because she is strong and determined. Had she received decent fundamental training, she would be AMAZING. Fortunately, she doesn't have much competition here, so I expect she'll be pretty successful.
The idea of anyone qualifying for a World Championships event final with a layout Yurchenko makes me weep bitter tears. Can we just give the gold to Maroney or Shushunova (postumously)?
Ag
Agreed. And I don't think this YS WAG team would have been even second string in 2012. They obviously love the sport, but they are extremely beatable. If they win any events, it's because they got a LOT of help.
Anyway, go, MAG!