Bleav in Gymnastics: Chalk Talk

Minnesota standout gymnast and Honda Sports Award Finalist, Lexy Ramler, joins in to discuss her quick transition to college gymnastics, the culture at Minnesota, how the team is staying connected in the current situation, and how she's preparing for next season even with the uncertainty surrounding it.

This week, McKenna and Taylor are talking all about the #GymnastAlliance movement, the postponement of fall sports in the Big 10 and Pac-12 and how that impacts gymnastics, the retirement of long-time LSU Head Coach, D-D Breaux, and analyze #10 Minnesota in the "Meet of the Week", Minnesota vs Nebraska. Then, Minnesota standout gymnast and Honda Sports Award Finalist, Lexy Ramler, joins in to discuss her quick transition to college gymnastics, the culture at Minnesota, how the team is staying connected in the current situation, and how she's preparing for next season even with the uncertainty surrounding it.

This week on Chalk Talk, McKenna and Taylor are discussing some various news and notes from around the elite and NCAA gymnastics worlds. Then, they're giving you an analysis of the #9 team in the nation, Cal, in the "meet of the week" Cal vs Stanford. Standout Cal gymnast, Kyana George, then joins in on the discussion to elaborate on her gymnastics style, the difficult endings to Cal's past 2 seasons, the current mentality of the team training during the pandemic, and expectations for next season. Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor are diving deep into a thorough discussion and analysis about the Netflix documentary, Athlete A. Director, Jon Shenk, also joins in on the discussion to tell more about the production process, conducting such difficult interviews with the athletes, his stance on the systemic problems within USAG, and how change continues from here. Don't miss it.

This week, McKenna and Taylor are breaking down some of the latest college and elite gymnastics news you need to know! They're talking the interesting NCAA coaching staff additions, Lynnzee Brown's Olympics hopes, and break down Shawn Johnson's heartfelt YouTube video addressing her emotional and physical struggles after her gymnastics success. Then, they recap the Alabama Crimson Tide in the "Meet of the Week", Alabama vs Missouri. Plus, former US National Team Member and Alabama gymnastics alum, Maddie Desch, joins to share some of her emotional aftermath from her elite career, her overall thoughts on her college career, the Alabama gymnastics program, landscape of NCAA gymnastics, and advice to young gymnasts dealing with the pressures of the sport.

On this episode of Chalk Talk, McKenna and Taylor give a thorough analysis on this past season's Denver team and are joined by standout Denver gymnast, Maddie Karr, to reflect on her college career and the steady rise of Denver's gymnastics program. Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor are discussing the cancellation of all 2020 premier events, the Maggie Haney and Laurie Hernandez statements following Haney's suspension, and give analysis on this past season's LSU team in the "Meet of the Week", LSU vs Arkansas. Then, 2-time Olympian for Great Britain and LSU gymnastics alum, Ruby Harrold, joins in to discuss her move to Baton Rouge, her adjustment to college gymnastics just weeks after competing in the Olympics, the abrupt end to her college career, how her skills had to be adjusted in college competition, and what's next for her! Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor discuss the new D1 gymnastics program at Long Island University and their new coach, Randy Lane; the Maggie Haney suspension decision from USAG, Laurie Hernandez's statement, and recap #5 Michigan in the "Meet of the Week", New Hampshire vs Michigan. Then, Michigan Head Coach, Bev Plocki, joins in to look back on the development of the program in her 31 seasons as head coach, the evolution of NCAA gymnastics, her thoughts on this past season's team, and expectations for next year.

This week, McKenna and Taylor break down the SEC Gymnastics awards as well as the AAI Award finalists and winner, break down Utah in the "Meet of the Week", Utah vs UCLA. Then, Utah Gymnastics Head Coach, Tom Farden, joins to discuss his transition from Co-Head Coach, the difficult announcement to his athletes about the season shut down, analysis on each of their events this season, a preview of next season's team, and his time coaching MyKayla Skinner. Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor are talking all about the Honda Award winner, more decisions regarding the Tokyo Olympics, and give their recap on UCLA from the Meet of the Week, Utah vs UCLA. Then, 2004 Olympic All-Around Champion, Carly Patterson Caldwell, joins in to discuss her journey through gymnastics, the transition to life after, her input on the Olympics postponement, advice for gymnasts handling that adversity, and reflects on favorite memories from the 2004 games. Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor are talking all about the NCAA's decision to not extend eligibility to winter athletes, the Honda Award finalists, and talk all about the Florida Gators in the "meet of the week", Florida vs Penn State. Then, Florida and elite gymnast, Trinity Thomas, joins in to talk about her perspective on both the NCAA season cancellation and the Olympics postponement, her plan for the next year, her decision to go to Florida, how she maintains both elite and college gymnastics skills sets, and what she's thinking about vying for Tokyo 2021. Don't miss it!

This week, Taylor and McKenna talk about the official date announcement for the Tokyo Olympics, Chellsie Memmel's (possible) return to training, and give analysis on Oklahoma in the "Meet of the Week", Oklahoma vs Michigan. Then, University of Kentucky phenom, Mollie Korth, joins to discuss her quick transition from high school to Kentucky, her immediate impact on the program, best memories, and more! Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor are talking about the official postponement of the Tokyo Olympics, how that impacts individual athletes, and give a new assignment for the listeners. Then, Olympic, World, and NCAA Champion, Kyla Ross, joins to discuss the abrupt end to her career, her favorite elite and college memories, transition from elite to college, her approach to each apparatus, her opinion on the news of the Olympics being postponed, and what's next for her. Don't miss it!

This week on Chalk Talk, McKenna and Taylor are chatting all about the quarantine, the end of the NCAA season, potential eligibility for athletes from this season, and updates on the Tokyo Olympics. Then, the one and only Maggie Nichols joins in to give us insight on the abrupt end of her career, obstacles she had to overcome to become one of the most successful NCAA gymnasts in history, if she would return for another year if granted eligibility, what's next for her (assuming gymnastics is over), her approach to each apparatus, and answering some listener questions! You don't want to miss this!

This week McKenna and Taylor are talking all about the American Cup and Gymnix International results, analyzing some wins and losses in NCAA this past weekend, and talking about validity of the "perfect 10" in college gymnastics. Then, Olympian, World Champion, and now Head Coach for the Arkansas Gymbacks, Jordyn Wieber, joins the show to look back to her competition days, what she learned through her highs and lows in the sport, her difficult yet rewarding 2012 Olympics experience, transition to coaching, the growth of Arkansas's program, and how she's still trying to bring positive change to the sport. You do NOT want to miss this one!

This week McKenna and Taylor are talking all about the cancellation of the Jesolo Trophy in Italy, Gymnix International, Laurie Hernandez not attending February national training camp, NCAA results from this past weekend, look ahead to postseason, and McKenna gives us a bars breakdown! Don't miss it!

McKenna and Taylor are breaking down all the crazy NCAA action from this past week. Utah vs UCLA, Florida clinching SEC regular season, Oklahoma without Maggie Nichols, the first ever 10 in a leadoff spot, and McKenna breaks down the different technicalities and deductions on vault. Then, former LSU gymnast and current Penn State assistant coach, Ashleigh Gnat, joins to discuss her time in NCAA competition, transition to coaching, differences in Big 10 and SEC and the current Penn State team. Don't miss it!

This week, McKenna and Taylor discuss Riley McCusker's new training home, the current expectations surrounding the Olympic team, the numerous cases of ruptured achilles tendons in NCAA so far this season, programs on the rise, and McKenna's highlights from this week. Then, Olympian, World Champion, and NCAA Champion, Bridget Sloan, joins in to discuss her decision to pursue college gymnastics, the contrast of elite and college, the current landscape of gymnastics, and life after! Don't miss it!

This week McKenna and Taylor are discussing the controversial statement made about gymnasts on an SEC Network basketball broadcast and recap some standouts from NCAA this past week. Then, MyKayla Skinner joins in to talk all about her time at Utah, her return to elite, what skills she's training for Tokyo, the culture shift of USA Gymnastics, marriage life and more! You do not want to miss this one!

Join McKenna and Taylor as they break down Simone's viral vault video, the Maggie Haney suspension, recap NCAA results, and much more. Then, legendary UCLA head coach, Val Kondos Field, joins in to discuss her unmatched choreography, the highs and lows of gymnastics culture, and her time coaching at UCLA. Do not miss it!

Join McKenna and Taylor as they recap the NCAA results from this past weekend and discuss how the landscape of college gymnastics is shaping up so far this season. They're going in depth on this one! Don't miss it!

Join McKenna and Taylor as they break down all the action from NCAA gymnastics this week including some score debates, early standouts, conference recaps, and more! Plus, 1984 Olympian and gymnastics commentator, Kathy Johnson Clarke, joins in to talk all about the current landscape of the sport! Don't miss it!

Join McKenna and Taylor as they break down the college meets from this past week and discuss Aly Raisman’s official announcement to not return to the Olympics.  Auburn Head Coach, Jeff Graba, also joins in to discuss the Tigers’ season, beginning with the big win over Alabama. Don’t miss it!

McKenna and Taylor are breaking down the beginning of NCAA season. They’re recapping meets from this past weekend and previewing some for this weekend.  Don’t miss it!

McKenna and Taylor discuss the recruitment process in NCAA gymnastics and the new training facility in Indianapolis for Team USA.  Plus, Olympic gold-medalist Bart Conner joins the show to talk all about his time in the sport, the growing popularity of college gymnastics, and much more! Don’t miss it!

Join McKenna and Taylor as they talk all about the new technology being slowly implemented into international competition, “robot judges”.  They also talk about the current exhibitions NCAA teams are having to prepare for season.  Then, LSU Co-Head Coach, Jay Clark, joins the show to discuss his climb through the coaching ranks, the upcoming season … Continued

Join McKenna and Taylor as they talk about the release of ESPN’s broadcast schedule for college gymnastics season and how this year’s coverage showcases growth for the sport.  Then, Florida head coach, Jenny Rowland, joins the show to give a sneak preview of the Gators team this season.  Don’t miss it!

Join McKenna and Taylor as they talk about some big names set to join the NCAA ranks, talk the ongoing debate of perception-based judging bias in college gymnastics, Laurie Hernandez’s comeback, and much more!  Then, former Michigan gymnast, Olivia Karas, joins to weigh in on the judging debate and discuss her life after gymnastics! Don’t … Continued

Taylor and McKenna are joined by former Olympian, Alicia Sacramone Quinn to talk all things gymnastics! From her experience at the Olympics to motherhood, we’re covering it all, plus she’s answering your questions submitted on social media! Join in for this special episode of Chalk Talk!

McKenna and Taylor are back to talk all things happening in the world of gymnastics. Join them as they break down the individual awards from the World Championships and how NCAA teams are preparing for season at this point of the year.

Join Taylor and McKenna as they break down the incredible results from Team USA’s convincing win at the World Championships.  They also discuss the change to the NCAA Regional format and give perspective on how/why this could bring big things for the sport.

Taylor and McKenna are breaking down the most noteworthy coaching changes in the NCAA and what that could mean for the field this season.  They also discuss the World Championship podium training and the newly-named alternate, Mykayla Skinner.

Hosts Taylor and McKenna break down the World Selection Camp, talk the official beginning of NCAA practice, and look ahead to the 2020 Olympics and college season.

Taylor Davis and McKenna Kelley tell you a little bit more about their background and ties to the sport of gymnastics.  Get to know the hosts of the show that will be talking all things gymnastics!