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While other NCAA teams are completely changing up their strategies during the off-season, LSU is locking down their formula for staying at the top. Jay Clark has built something special in Baton Rouge. He didn't just help bring LSU their historic national title—he has created a staff that keeps pushing the boundary of what a top-tier program looks like. But what makes the Tigers so dangerous isn't just the huge crowd energy at the PMAC or their stacked roster; it’s how perfec

When we found out Cécile Landi was taking over as the head coach at UGA, everyone knew big changes were coming. But now that Laurent Landi is officially joining her in Athens as the Associate Head Coach? It’s over. The GymDogs aren't just trying to fix their program—they are playing for a national championship. An Unmatched Coaching Lineup As a college student who also judges and coaches the sport, looking at this new staff is actually insane. Laurent Landi, Cécile Landi, Bre

I was bored one day so I started writtingabout my gymnastics journey and then was like this should just be a book. I am beyond excited to finally share a project that has been close to my heart for a long time. Gymnastics is more than just a sport to me; its how I’ve seen the world since I was seven years old. Today, I am thrilled to announce that I am officially working on a book detailing my gymnastics story, hoping for it to release soon. A Different Kind of Start Many g

On June 1st, Texas State University announced that Texas was getting its first college D1 gymnastics team, and this was a big deal for the state of Texas! The new addition will be a part of the PAC-12 conference. The Texas State president Kelly Damphousse said that they will hire a head coach at the end of this month. The Texas State University president gave credit to Oklahoma's head coach for helping launch a program like this one. Standout Olympic gymnasts Carly Patterson

I am so excited to share your gymnastics coaching stories! The link to submit is below. https://www.gymnastsalute.com/coach-interview

I am so excited to share your gymnastics stories! The link to submit is below. https://www.gymnastsalute.com/gymnast-interview

1. What age did you start gymnastics? I started gymnastics at 1! Started with mommy and me classes. 2. How did you start in gymnastics? My mom was a gymnast so she wanted to put me into something she loved. She also wanted something that would keep me occupied and active. 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? When dealing with mental blocks I am always honest with my coaches about how I’m feeling. I went back to basics and took time off from the skill so I don’t get overwhe

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 10 2. How did you start in gymnastics? I was self taught for two years until I joined gym stars which is a rec group at my gym. 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? I walk myself through the basics of the skills and I go through it mentally a LOT. 4. Who was your role model/someone you looked uo to in the sport? Jordan chiles!! 5. What was your hardest struggle during your time as a gymnast? I would say getting my back handspring on be

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 18 months 2. How did you start in gymnastics? My mom wanted to get me involved in a sport or dance. There was a gymnastics facility in my home city at the time that offered gymnastics, taps and ballet. After my first gymnastics class, I was hooked. 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? The first time I experienced a mental block, I was between 8 and 9 years old. I would spend hours crying, I had journals that I would use daily to help m

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 7 2. How did you start in gymnastics? Sibling inspired me 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? Going back to the basics and repetition 4. Who was your role model/someone you looked uo to in the sport? Khoi Young 5. What was your hardest struggle during your time as a gymnast? Fear stopped me from trying skills that my coaches though I was capable of getting. 6. How do you handle nerves when you are competing? Not making a big deal out

1. What age did you start gymnastics? Around 4-5 years old. I started in mommy and me classes 2. How did you start in gymnastics? I was enrolled in mommy and me classes. As I got older, I started climbing the door frames and walls at home so my parents enrolled me in recreational classes to get be able to do those types of things safely, and in a controlled environment 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? I have to tell myself that if I want a different/new outcome, I need

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 4 2. How did you start in gymnastics? When we moved the previous owners left a trampoline in the yard and I found myself trying to do flips on it. My parents saw this and didn’t want me to get hurt so they put me in the nearest gym and it just took off from there 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? Going back to the basics was helpful but also just repetition for me was the main thing that helped. The more I did something the more my

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 7 2. How did you start in gymnastics? Rec team 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? going back to my most confident place then building up again 4. Who was your role model/someone you looked you to in the sport? My old coach 5. What was your hardest struggle during your time as a gymnast? breaking my arm and having to relearn a lot of skills 6. How do you handle nerves when you are competing? taking deep breaths and chalk 7. What was y

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 18 months 2. How did you start in gymnastics? My brothers were put into it and we were always climbing around, so my mom also put me in it. 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? Key words, using mental strategies such as positive reinforcement, and communicating with coaches to find a plan to get me back to the skill, such as doing drills, timers, and etc. 4. Who was your role model/someone you looked uo to in the sport? I have loved Ga

1. What age did you start gymnastics? 3 2. How did you start in gymnastics? My mom was a gymnastics coach and decided to put me in lessons with her 3. How did you deal with mental blocks? Remembering muscle memory and trusting in the ability of the skills I've done plenty of times 4. Who was your role model/someone you looked uo to in the sport? Shawn Johnson 5. What was your hardest struggle during your time as a gymnast? Probably my fear of back tumbling when u was younger

Two years retired from gymnastics. Two years ago today I hung up my grips and leo and wrote my final thank-you letter to gymnastics. If you know me, you know this sport was my entire life for 11 years. Coming home from school to practice at Wilmette, literally lived at the gym, and winning three uneven bar titles that chapter completely made me who I am. Saying goodbye to gymnastics was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. When I first retired, I honestly didn't kn

If you follow D1 college gymnastics as closely as I do watching all the meets and keeping up with the teams on social media you’ve probably noticed that there have been several programs that have announced staff changes. I will be adding more to this has more coaching announcements come out. Arizona Wildcats Head Coach: John Court Assistant Coach: Julie Ballard Clark Assistant Coach: Emma Strom Assistant Coach: Brian Amato Arizona State: Asstiant Coach: Gracie Reeves Arkansas