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The next question is... Why didn't Romania submit an inquiry?

NZ has had (paid?) live streams for their nationals in the past - so you would hope so if they can do it for level fives.

I feel like she would be better served long term to spend a year or two at a gym that has regular dance training, good bar coaching and a positive environment.

Am I correct in thinking that the compulsory bar routine is still judged with slightly modified JO based rules. From what I have seen of these - Using FIG deductions would certainly prevent a lot of kids from qualifying who have no business doing elite (at least at that point in time).

I swear Brittani McCullough used to tape 1/2 a tennis ball to the front of her ankle - could that be it?

Laney Madsen was another late starter with a strong cheer background.

It also takes away the competition experience opportunity from other team members they may need later in the season. Given the injury situation last year - I would think they might want to rest their top athletes more and test out the less experienced team members in the early season.

I wonder if these athletes just looked 'puffy' due to the body's response to all the over training, stress, inflammation and poor nutrition?

A little fluff piece on Courtney McGregor with some information about the NZ Olympic spot. Due to NZ rules Courtney is not eligible to trial for the Oceania championship team and there is confirmation in a statement that the NZOC will only send an athlete with a proven ability to place in the...

Is it worth talking with Charlotte Booth at this rate?

A great way to turn a profit for gyms. Bonus if they have the allure of a competitive team that many aspire too, but won't make. I'm curious to know how kids get started in Russia? Do they all start on a competitive path and get weeded out or are they selected from school?

I clicked on the mark forums read button and I don't have this issue now. There is also a 'jump to new' button at the top of each thread.

I wonder if the damage done by the Rhabdo is contributing to her post Maggie injury issues.

I don't know how much it was just rumour mill - but I believe there was some drama around wanting to go to Georgia and then that falling through so a snap decision made for Alabama. I think the rumour was something along the lines of Courtney Kupets telling Suzanne that she didn't want to...

It also makes sense because the NZOC has very strict standards for sending athletes to the Olympics. The current crop of NZ WAG do not have a case to be considered. She won't be 'taking' a spot from another NZ gymnast, because none have demonstrated being close to an acceptable level of...