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This week on Mental Gymnastics, Dr. JD Barton sits down with Ebee Price, one of the most accomplished gymnasts of her generation. A 2012 Olympic alternate, 2014 American Cup champion, and winner of the 2013 — 14 World Cup All-Around Series, Ebee went on to have even more success at Stanford, where she became a 2x NCAA champion, Pac-12 Gymnast of the Year, AAI Award winner, and one of the most decorated gymnasts in program history.In this conversation, Ebee reflects on the unique challenge of being an Olympic alternate, the pressures of balancing athletic and academic success at Stanford, and the expectations that come with being a high achiever in every area of life.Thank you to our monthly Patreon supporters: Lee B, Cookiemaster, Happy Girl, Erica S, Semflam, Amy C, Maria L, Becca S, Cathleen R, Faith, Kerry M, Derek H, Emily, Sharon B, MSU, Kimberly G, Lela M, Mara L, Jenna A, Alex M, Dana, Lidia, Maria P, Alicia O, Cristina K, Hayley B, Bethany J, Kentiemac, Marni S, Betny T, Emily C, Cathy D, Lisa T, Libby C, Thiago, Debbie, Taryn M, Amy M, Jamie S, Chuck C, Kaitlin, Susan P, LFC_Hokie, Ella, Kay, Julie B, Austin K, Jane, Sarah, Amy, Stephen S, Johanna T, Alison S, Alberto D, Kristina T, Abigail W, Jennifer K, Kate M, Naomi S, Claudia L, Erin L, Thomas B, Lauren D, Kihika M, Beth C, Amy, Renee PM, Ryan V, Brandon H, Okcaro, Tyler, Paola, Heather, Kate, Danielle, ALittleUnderRotated, Lacy, Dana C, Grace, Pat G, Lexi G, Laura N, Kathy, Katie A, Róisín, Megan J, Emily D, Britton, Ry Shep, Reyna G, William A, MB, Jackson G, Stella, Ulo F, Noah C, Melissa H, Alexis, William M, Susie, Leslie G, Catherine B, Laura L, Katy S, Kathy M, Kathy S, Okcaro,  JD B, Cookiecutter, SuniFan, Caroline M, kcmojojojo, Sammy S, Fabio B, Lacie M, Sara G, Kerry H, Leah D, Margaret G, Molly, ClemsonTigersFan, Lisa B, Sarah M, Grace M, Laura A, Justin D, Jas, Kendrick C, Rich A, Ty T, Nick S, Becky E, Annsley M, Melody M, Stacey M, Erica H, Kathy, Teressa, Angela C, Bridgett C, Ashley D, Whitney J, Shelly A, Erika B,DFP, Lisa M, & Samantha T!

At the 2025 artistic gymnastics World Cup in Doha, Sam Mostowfi claimed the bronze medal on floor exercise, earning one of the most significant international results of his career.That performance helped secure his selection for Great Britain at the FISU World University Games in Germany. Competing against some of the world's best gymnasts, Mostowfi finished 14th in the all-around final and qualified for the floor exercise final. There, he lined up alongside elite international talent, including reigning Olympic champion Oka Shinnosuke and European champion Luke Whitehouse.The start of the 2026 season brought another opportunity on the international stage at the American Cup, where Mostowfi competed in the mixed team event. However, his momentum was interrupted when he suffered an injury on his favourite apparatus, tearing his plantar fascia during a floor routine.Despite this setback, Mostowfi remains part of an exceptionally strong British men's gymnastics squad, a group of athletes all striving to earn a place on Team GB for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.What sets Sam apart is not only his ability as a gymnast, but also the way he maximises every opportunity that comes his way. Whether competing on the world stage, balancing the demands of elite sport and education, or overcoming the challenges that inevitably accompany high-performance gymnastics, he continues to demonstrate resilience, ambition and determination.This is the story of a gymnast pursuing excellence, overcoming adversity, and chasing an Olympic dream.This is Sam Mostowfi's story.

In this episode, we break down everything that went down at the recent American Cup, diving into the results, standout performances, and what it all means moving forward. We start by recapping the top finishers on both the men's and women's sides, highlighting the athletes who delivered under pressure and those who may have surprised the field. From consistent execution to clutch final-round dives, we discuss what separated the leaders from the rest. From there, we get into the biggest takeaways. Which divers are trending upward at the right time? Who showed signs of potential but still has work to do? We also talk through how this meet fits into the bigger picture—what it tells us about the current landscape of U.S. diving

American Cup is Back, Ireland made history in Antalya, and Lorenzo Bonicelli served as a torch bearer for the Milan Paralympics For those new here, I'm Kensley, the host of Neutral Deductions, a podcast all about men's gymnastics. This is episode 97 where I recap everything that happened in NCAA and Elite Gymnastics the past two weeks. -----------------------------------------------------------------Love our coverage? We would appreciate your financial support as we bring coverage live! We cannot do this without you! Even $20 helps us cover a meal!PayPal:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/neutraldeductions#podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#sportspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-----------------------------------------------------FOLLOW NEUTRAL DEDUCTIONS! Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.neutraldeductions.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:instagram.com/neutraldeductionsX (Formerly known as Twitter): twitter.com/kensleyanne BlueSky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/kensleybehel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-----------------------------------------------------PODCAST LINKSSr. MAG Data: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1JF3GfAde9OSEDx2hrZyFjZboH2dQCQkaUDWs8I29Grw/edit?gid=498876843#gid=498876843⁠----------------------------------------------------⁠#gymnastics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #sportspodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#olympics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Live from Vegas: Team Bronze Reunion Meet starring Ana Barbosa and Jordan Chiles. And notes from American Cup podium training. Welcome to The Original College Gymnastics Post-Meet Show! It's UCLA at Stanford (2pm PT on ACC+ scores here):  See you after the meet around 4:00 PT for a group debrief and American Cup Preview from Jessica who is at the meet. Here's how to ask questions live. Full season mocktail menu here  Extended Episode + Live Q&A (Members) +70 extra minutes of analysis, behind-the-scenes secret stories, and answering your questions LIVE. Here's how to ask questions live. Can't make it live? Add Club bonus episodes to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). Not a member? Join here. SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Fantasy: 2026 College Fantasy Game now open. Never too late to join! Merch: Shop Now Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources Unlock the Episode Join Club Gym Nerd → Choose a plan Complete checkout — your site account is created. Log in here → /my-account/ Return to this page and refresh. The extended player appears automatically. Join GymCastic Fantasy League! What is College & Cocktails? Every week we pick a college meet to watch, then go live, right here on this page to discuss our immediate thoughts about the meet. Our superstar, bar tender Linzers, creates a bespoke themed mocktail and cocktail recipe for each meet. College & Cocktails combines our weekly Behind The Scenes Q&A live podcast with a college meet of the week. It's all part of the bonus content for our Club Members who support our work year around. For more info on how to watch your favorite elites, Olympic and World medalists in college and all year long, check out The Balance Beam Situation's schedule with links.

In an unprecedented move, USA Gymnastics has terminated GAGE's membership. We break down the letter sent to parents, the revolving door of suspended "owners", and what this means for the elite athletes caught in the middle. A preivew of the new Mixed Team format at the American Cup, discuss if the US is violating the Olympic Charter, and celebrate Stanford joining the 198 club in spectacular fashion. Plus, we answer tons of letters. College & Cocktails had a full GAGE Rage update on Saturday. CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 1:13 GAGE Membership Terminated: The Unprecedented USAG Decision 2:55 Impact on Athletes: History Lesson via Jordan Chiles and Lessons on Consequences 4:46 The Ownership Mystery: Karla Grimes & Tiffany Davenport Suspensions 11:05 SafeSport Rules: Why the GAGE Termination Happened Now 23:20 American Cup Preview: The New LA 2028 Mixed Team Format 35:19 Broadcast Strategy: Should We See Every Routine in 2.5 Hours? 50:04 The Olympic Charter: Should the US Be Banned from the Olympics? 59:25 Feedback: Front Attitude Turns & The Gymnastics Rage-O-Meter 1:18:10 Simone Biles' Future Training: Tropical Islands vs. New Elite Bases 1:22:01 Life Lessons: Stick Crowns & Participation Trophies in the Gym 1:29:59 NCAA Update: Stanford's Historic 198 & The Race for #1 1:40:09 The Grace McCallum Model: Finding Perfection in College Bars 1:41:48 Closing: Join Us for College & Cocktails SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Fantasy: Open -2026 College Fantasy Game with weekly winners Merch: Shop Now Team Bronze Design  College and Cocktails  Live Shows Replay tickets on sale for our fundraiser show with all the tea from Cecile Landi 2026 Live Show Season Pass is now available, 4 shows for the price of 3 Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources

Morgan Price makes history again with the first-ever perfect 10 for Arkansas! Another coaching suspension at GAGE, Simone Biles' advice to Winter Olympians, and the start of the 2026 Elite season. From Nemour's new skill in Cottbus to Hezly Rivera's dominant Winter Cup performance, we've got your full gymnastics elite and NCAA update.  HEADLINES Simone Biles went to the Winter Olympics to cheer on Team USA Morgan Price, who earned Fisk's first ever 10, got another 10 this week for Arkansas Two more GAGE coaches were suspended in addition to Al Fong and Armine Karla Grimes was suspended from all contact Tiffany Davenport (GAGE) was hit with a Center temporary suspension Elite season is warming up with Winter Cup and the Cottbus World Cup ELITE SEASON IS WARMING UP: COTTBUS Why does the Cottbus World Cup matter in terms of Olympic qualification? Sugihara Aiko did not defend her floor world title here, with several OOB deductions Anna Kalmykova (AIN) won FX and VT with an ode to Mother Paseka A shocking upset on bars where Kaylia Nemour, the reigning Olympic Champion, finished 7th Elisa Iorio won bars with a 14.266, Milana Kayumova (AIN) finished second, and Giulia Perotti (Italy) took the bronze Why wee are giving the GymCastic Award for Elegance (Cottbus version) to Lea Marie Quaas Nakashima Karin is taking the GymCastic opportunity for comedy award Can we talk about the fart noises during Makovickova's floor? Someone please get Sam Mikulak a polo shirt that fits him better!! Artistry discussion: Anna Kalmykova edition WINTER CUP So apparently everyone missed the memo that Winter Cup is supposed to be a flop? Hezly Rivera won the all-around with a monstrous 56.750, winning beam and floor New senior Charleigh Bullock took silver with a 55.200, winning bars Claire Pease took bronze with a 54.350, taking the vault title with two vaults The American Cup roster has been announced with Hezly Rivera, Charleigh Bullock, and Claire Pease all on the squad The US will send Charleigh Bullock, Reese Esponda, Greta Krob, Caroline Moreau, and Simone Rose to Jesolo And now for a Spencer Rage-O-Meter: Winter Cup Edition DID THEY JUST PICK THE TOP 3 AA FOR A MIXED TEAM, NON-AA COMPETITION? Why Reese Esponda deserves justice after this decision If Winter Cup is the selection competition, why aren't we using Winter Cup scores to select the team? NCAA We have four more 10s this weekend Kailin Chio is on fire and got 10s on vault and beam Morgan Price's 10 on vault Avery Neff's 10 on vault The race between Kailin Chio, Jordan Chiles, and Selena Harris-Miranda for the gym slam Ranking updates Oklahoma stays in no. 1, followed by LSU, Alabama, Florida, and UCLA NQS season is upon us! How will this shift the rankings? Jordan Chiles still leads the all-around standings Chio moves ahead of Fatta for the no. 1 position on vault Chloe LaCoursiere maintains the no. 1 position on bars Chio breaks the tie and moves ahead of Torrez on beam Chiles and Nikki Smith stay 1-2 on floor GYMTERNET NEWS Suni Lee did an interview with the Today Show, leaving the door open for the 2028 Olympics Jade Carey made a post on the socials, hinting at an elite return Sabrina Voinea underwent a successful emergency appendectomy surgery Rhys McClenaghan adds a new title, MBE, to his collection of accolades Helen Kevric leaves Stuttgart gym, where Aimee Boorman is coaching FEEDBACK Has there ever been a gymnast taller than Casey Brown competing in the NCAA? CHAPTERS 0:00:00 – Intro: Morgan Price Makes History & 2026 Elite Season Begins 0:01:07 – Simone Biles at the Winter Olympics: Counseling the "Quad God" 0:02:22 – Morgan Price's Historical 10: From Fisk to Arkansas 0:03:12 – Headline News: More GAGE Coaching Suspensions & New SafeSport Investigations 0:04:03 – Cottbus World Cup: Individual Apparatus World Championships Qualifications 0:06:20 – Floor Routine Debates: Should Gymnasts Have to Get New Routines Each Year? 0:10:48 – Flying Banana Jesus: Dramatic Vaults at Cottbus 0:12:31 – Nemour's New Bars Skill & The In-Bar Arms Race 0:18:35 – GymCastic Award for Elegance: Lea Marie Quaas & "Cherish the Beam" 0:37:14 – Winter Cup: Did they not get the memo that Winter Cup is supposed to be bad? 0:43:05 – Winter Cup Senior Analysis: Hezly Rivera's Dominant Performance 0:56:09 – Gymnasts in the Winter Olympics: Recruiting "Fast Twitch" Athletes for Bobsled 0:59:43 – NCAA Update: Avery Neff & The Race for the First Gym Slam 1:22:12 – Feedback: Tallest Gymnast in NCAA 1:23:58 – Closing & Upcoming College & Cocktails: Georgia at Kentucky UP NEXT Fantasy Gymnastics podcast every Wednesday College & Cocktails: This week's meet is Georgia at Kentucky, Friday, February 27 at 5pm Pacific Cocktail of the week: Code Hacker  2026 Cocktail and Mocktail menu here Add exclusive Club Content to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). 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The Iowa State season cancellation mystery finally has an answer—at least from the administration. We dive into the internal conflicts, the AD's letter to families, and why the "safety" claims don't add up. Plus, we compare the Winter Olympics to gymnastics: what should we steal from Figure Skating's judging and NCAA updates HEADLINES Major Update on the Iowa State Season cancellation. Read the letter here Ana Barbosu whereabouts investigation Elite Season Begins! CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro: The 2026 Elite Season Begins 1:14 The Bileses: Jonathan Owens Theft Attempt in Milan 3:53 Iowa State Scandal: Why the Season Was Really Cancelled 10:43 Breaking: Ana Barbosu Under Investigation (Whereabouts Violations) 14:25 2026 Elite Kickoff: Winter Cup & Cottbus World Cup Preview 18:35 Winter Olympics: A Gymnast's Perspective 21:01 What Gymnastics Must Learn From Figure Skating 35:42 The Case for a "Grade of Execution" (GOE) Judging System 50:15 Why Gymnastics Needs Live Technical Scoring Boxes 1:05:10 Commentary & Artistry: We Need "Johnny Weir Energy" 1:14:25 Olympic Traditions: Throwing Stuffed Animals & Logistics 1:25:40 NCAA Update: The Race for Perfect 10s & Regional Rankings 1:38:15 Comedy Award of the Week: The Beam Save 1:41:34 Join Us for College & Cocktails: LSU vs. Oklahoma UP NEXT Fantasy Gymnastics podcast every Wednesday College & Cocktails: Friday,  7:30 pm Pacific where we will watch LSU at Oklahoma on ESPN2 2026 Cocktail and Mocktail menu here Add exclusive Club Content to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). UPDATES Attention! We are giving away 2 tickets to the American Cup in Las Vegas  Check us out on Bluesky NEW Team Bronze Design in the store! Join our Live Shows Replay tickets on sale for our fundraiser show with all the Tea from Cecile Landi 2026 Live Show Season Pass is now available, 4 shows for the price of 3 SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Fantasy: 2026 College Fantasy Game now open all season with weekly winners Merch: Shop Now Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources Thanks to our Sponsor:  Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code [GymCastic15] at huel.com/[GymCastic15]. New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show!      

Iowa State just cancelled the rest of its season!? We discuss the implications of this. Plus our interview with former Oregon State gymnast, Risa Perez on her college career, her switch from ASU (where the coach would be fired soon after) to Oregon State, and her TikTok about her college experience that gained lots of attention.  HEADLINES Iowa State announced it's cancelling the rest of the season. WHAT!? Listen to our discussion on College and Cocktails ''It became apparent we do not have enough student-athletes available to safely compete,'' Iowa State Senior Associate Athletics Director, Shamaree Brown said in a statement  College & Mocktails with special guest, Cal gymnast and World medalist, Ondine Achampong: Cal @ Clemson INTERVIEW: RISA PEREZ If there were one word to describe Risa Perez's gymnastics, it would probably be energy. From her spunky floor choreography and unique beam elements (hello there, front aerial to one-armed back handspring!) to her ability to engage and interact with the crowd, her gymnastics stood out. Perez began her collegiate career at Arizona State before transferring to Oregon State for her junior year in 2014. The 2016 Pac-12 beam champion hit 102 out of 110 total routines throughout her collegiate career. Perez qualified as an individual to the 2015 and 2016 NCAA Championships. Today we talk about her career, her move from ASU to Oregon State and the TikTok about her college experience that got lots of attention. References: Her badass beam save that is framed in our greatest beam saves of all time gallery Rene Lyst fired from Arizona State University The Balance Beam Situation's ASU Risa recap CHAPTERS 00:00:00 – Cold open: Cortisone shot + "that's not a coach's decision" 00:00:29 – Intro: Iowa State cancels the rest of the season 00:02:38 – How does a team compete with no lineup? (ASU suspension flashback) 00:04:30 – Iowa State statement: "not enough student-athletes to safely compete" 00:04:58 – Alumni demand answers + rumors swirl 00:06:23 – Updates: American Cup ticket giveaway 00:06:42 – Merch drop: Team Bronze tee 00:07:07 – College & Cocktails plug: Oklahoma at Florida watch party 00:07:28 – Interview begins: Risa Perez (ASU → Oregon State) 00:08:34 – The TikTok that blew up: 'college gym' reality check 00:13:32 – Locker room culture + boundaries (why this matters) 00:15:28 – Message boards + rumor mill as a weapon 00:15:56 – Rene Lyst era: name placards, power plays, intimidation 00:29:25 – Puberty, periods, and what nobody warns gymnasts about 00:31:43 – Crippling cramps, hormones, and C-section recovery talk 00:32:41 – Hip dysplasia: pain you normalize until you can't 00:38:07 – The 'party' accusation read aloud (WTF moment) 00:41:51 – Team meeting confrontation + medical privacy 00:43:04 – 'Canary in the coal mine': how programs spiral 00:48:10 – Food/weight control + "you can't" rules 00:52:31 – College Mocktails teaser: Ondine Achampong on Cal vs Clemson 00:56:01 – Get more: Club Gym Nerd bonus + where to find everything UP NEXT Fantasy Gymnastics podcast every Wednesday College & Cocktails: Friday, Feb 13th at 6pm Pacific where we will watch Oklahoma at Florida on ESPN2 2026 Cocktail and Mocktail menu here Add exclusive Club Content to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). UPDATES Attention! We are giving away 2 tickets to the American Cup in Las Vegas  Check us out on Bluesky NEW Team Bronze Design in the store! Join our Live Shows Replay tickets on sale for our fundraiser show with all the Tea from Cecile Landi 2026 Live Show Season Pass is now available, 4 shows for the price of 3 SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Fantasy: 2026 College Fantasy Game now open all season with weekly winners Merch: Shop Now Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources Join Our Fantasy League      

Infamous national team coordinator Tom Foster voted onto selection committee, NCAA gymnastics full of upsets (Georgia beat LSU!?), Winter Cup and American Cup tickets are on sale, and Buckeye rehires Kittia Carpenter and Charlie Tamayo. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CVI0Y4W9No HEADLINES Happy correction: we are happy to say that the NGA does prohibit individuals from obtaining an NGA membership who have been 'banned from any organization and/or denied a Safe Sport certification'' HUGE NCAA upsets What were our favorite upsets from this week? What do the NCAA rankings look like after week 2? We have our second 10.0 of the season, brought to you by Jordan Chiles' DTY Tickets are on sale for the Winter Cup in Kentucky and the American Cup in Las Vegas The American Cup is back as a mixed-team format Japan Brazil Spain Great Britain We have some USAG leadership questions Tom Forester was voted onto the selection committee according to the latest International Elite Committee Minutes  Why is this decision concerning? Athlete complaints, conflict of interest, and history of unsound decision making What was USAG's response? Charlie Tamayo and Kitty Carpenter were both rehired by Buckeye Gymnastics Carpenter and Tamayo were both originally fired citing a SafeSport investigation Carpenter is the current IEC Chair This week Buckeye's owner sent a letter via Instagram hiring both Carpenter and Tamayo back UP NEXT Heated Rivalry Gymnastics edition podcast Fantasy Gymnastics podcast every Wednesday College & Cocktails : Sunday Jan 25th, 12:00 PT after UCLA at Michigan State (FOX) 2026 Cocktail and Mocktail menu here Add exclusive Club Content like College & Cocktails to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Fantasy: GymCastic 2026 College Fantasy Game now open. Never too late to join! Merch: Shop Now Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:44 – A Happy Correction & Tom Forster Is Back? 02:20 – Heated Rivalry Gymnastics podcast coming 04:10 – Headlines: NGA Membership Rule Correction 06:02 – Who Is Barred from NGA Membership (Including Gym Owners) 07:48 – NCAA Upsets Everywhere This Week 09:55 – Georgia Defeats LSU & Jay Clark Storyline 12:05 – Rankings Shake-Up Explained 14:18 – Jordan Chiles 10  15:40 – Winter Cup & American Cup Tickets on Sale 17:05 – American Cup Mixed Team Format - Japan, Brazil, Spain & Great Britain 21:05 – USAG Leadership Questions Begin 22:10 – Tom Forster Voted Onto Selection Committee 24:55 – IEC Minutes & How This Decision Was Made 27:30 – Athlete Complaints & Business Conflicts 30:05 – "It Won't Come Down to Tenths" Revisited 32:20 – Why This Pick Raises Red Flags 34:40 – USA Gymnastics Response Explained 37:15 – Were Conflicts Properly Reviewed? 39:50 – Bad Optics for a New USAG CEO 43:05 – College & Cocktails Brunch & A Show. UCLA @ Michigan State Preview (FOX) 52:30 – Buckeye Gymnastics Rehires Tamayo & Carpenter 57:40 – USAG Policy on Leaders Under Investigation 01:05:40 – GAGE Clarifications 01:14:30 – Outro: College & Cocktails Brunch & A Show 01:15:45 – See you at the Cottage for Heated Rivalry podcast next 01:16:55 – Final Thought: Choose Love Join Our Fantasy League

LIVE SHOW: Featuring Cecile Landi and Levi Jung-Ruivivar is this Sunday, December 14th at 3 Pacific/6 Eastern. Get your tickets now to ask questions live! The NCAA unveils major rule changes for 2026, and coaches are going to get so many more yellow cards. We break down the new NQS math, the Georgia Collective's NIL lawsuit, Romania's latest retaliation crisis,  Mélanie De Jesus Dos Santos clarifying exclusively to Jessica that she is not in financial distress, plus more info on the American Cup's new mixed-team format. HEADLINES Simone demonstrating why all of us should do gymnastics Five Romanian gymnasts have submitted formal complaints against the Romanian Federation and the Federation is retaliating against their own coaches and athletes What are the conditions the coaches and athletes are facing? How can the FIG continue to allow such a federation to be certified? Thanks to Uncle Tim and his PhD-level gymnastics history research, we know many past Romanian World and Olympic medalists, some with current leadership positions in the Romanian federation, competed with underage or with false birthdays A Melanie de Jesus Dos Santos update. What happened post-Paris Olympics? 2025 World All-Around Champion, Angelina Melnikova, is out of Bundesliga after her club  severed ties with her The American Cup is back! This time as a mixed-team competition When and where will the event be held? How is the format different compared to the European Championships mixed-pairs event? Who are our dream international teams? GYMTERNET NEWS NEW ELEMENT ALERT! The piked full-twisting Jaeger is now the Minamino The Georgia Collective is suing athletes who transferred which could have big implications for the future Athletes.org released a collective bargaining agreement you can see here Max Whitlock has announced his return to gymnastics with the hopes of making it to the Los Angeles Olympics Oksana Chusovitina is training for 2026 World Cups Jayla Hang announced on Instagram she had surgery on her wrist Giovanni Maria Fares, a lawyer formerly at the Court of Arbitration for Sport, is the new head of the Gymnastics Ethics Foundation Lawsuits and Dumpster Fire News Chows is being sued after an investigative piece by Eddie Pells of the AP Former Rutgers coach Umme Salim-Beasley is suing the school for wrongful termination The Trump administration is refusing to administer visas to athletes from Caribbean countries, preventing them from participating in LA28 qualifying events NCAA photo shoot drama Two top schools are using horses as their photo theme... (1) (2) Kaylia Nemour has released a book, ''The Shadow of Gold'' The University of Minnesota Men's Gymnastics Club has a new facility European Gymnastics will allow Russians to participate in competitions as neutral athletes, opening up Olympic qualification paths for artistic and rhythmic gymnasts  Ashikawa Urara has retired after years of battling worsening scoliosis Claire Pease commits to Utah! Dulcy Caylor is deferring her NCAA start at Florida to focus on LA28 GYM NERD SCHOOL - College Gymnastics Rule Changes in 2026 What are updates to the National Qualifying Score? What are the differences between the new and old versions? Do we think the changes are positive? Controversy radar activated: some teams will have to drop 2 high scores and some teams will have to drop 1 The Yellow Card Game - becasue these caoches are going to get yellow cards constantly INTERVIEW Gymnastics Medicine interview: pain myths & better injury care with Dr. Elspeth (Elly) Hart DScPAS and Dr. Ezara Greene DPT SUPPORT THE SHOW: Join Club Gym Nerd: https://gymcastic.com/club/ Merch: https://gymcastic.com/shop/ Headstand Game: https://gymcastic.com/headstand-plugin/ Forum: https://gymcastic.com/community/ UP NEXT: Behind The Scenes: Live Q&A podcast Friday this week only at noon Pacific/8 GMT NEWSLETTERS Sign up for all three GymCastic newsletters  RESOURCES Spencer's essential website The Balance Beam Situation  GIFs of the Week and Meet schedule with links. Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim The Balance: My Years Coaching Simone Biles by Aimee Boorman with Fact Checker. Aimee coached Simone from day one in gymnastics to three back to back World All Around titles, 14 world medals and an unprecedented 5 medals at the Rio Olympics. Get your copy now. And if you loved it, please leave a review

The history of Doping in women's gymnastics staring East Germany, part two of Patrick Kiens and Daymon Jones' interview, USA Gymnastics' new CEO hire, the return of the American Cup, 2027 college signings and a LA 2028 comeback wish list mini-commission. youtube link CHAPTERS pre-automatic ad insert 00:00 – Steroids Disguised as Candy (Cold Open) 01:35 – HEADLINES: New USAG CEO Kyle Albrecht 04:41 – American Cup Returns as Mixed-Team Event 07:07 – College Signings: 2027 Class Breakdown 12:11 – United States of Romania: Romanian Stars Announce NCAA Plans 14:14 – More 2027 Signees: UCLA, Oklahoma, Utah, LSU, Georgia, Cal 16:52 – Elite Paths, Injuries & Why Some Elites Skip NCAA Signing 17:26 – DOPING DEEP DIVE (Part 1): East Germany's System Exposed 20:21 – How the GDR Program Worked: State-Run, Double-Blind, Children Targeted 22:31 – "Candy Steroids" & Personality-Based Doping Assignments 23:36 – What Drugs They Used & Why They Worked in Gymnastics 24:36 – Growth-Plate Closure, Neuro Drugs & Long-Term Damage 26:04 – Cadaver-Gland HGH & CJD Risk 27:41 – Reactions in 1989–1990 When the Stasi Files Were Opened 29:06 – IOC Refuses to Strip GDR Medals 29:47 – Missy Marlow Responds: "Where Did All the East Germans Go?" 30:34 – Should Medals Be Corrected or Re-Awarded? 34:13 – Abuse vs. Doping: Who Should Be Punished? 35:36 – Why These Lessons Still Matter for Today's Gymnastics 36:15 – ROMANIA UPDATE: Responses to Patrick & Daymon Interview 37:19 – Maria Holbură Speaks: "I Had to Stand Like a Soldier" 38:24 – NEW Abuse Video of Sabrina Voinea Surfaces 39:00 – Why Romanian Athletes Are Going to the Press 39:54 – INTERVIEW: Patrick & Daymon Part 2 Intro 40:06 – Jakarta Worlds: Overall Impressions 40:26 – Judging Shoutout: Silvia Brescia Nails It 41:47 – Artistry Judging Finally Taken Seriously 42:37 – Floor Choreography Evolving: "You're a Director Now" 43:18 – Consistency Across Subdivisions & Post-Olympic Judging Trends 44:18 – Should US Team Selection Use International Judges? 45:20 – Category Bias: Why Outside Eyes Matter 46:23 – Storyworth Ad Read (Spencer's Mom's Skirt Story) 49:54 – Huel Ad Read (Daily Greens + Peach Flavor Stan Club) 51:55 – Should Trials Use the Same Equipment Brand as Worlds? 53:22 – Equipment Access Inequities: US vs Europe 54:17 – Training Camps & Jet Lag Protocols 55:57 – "Survival of the Fittest": US System vs Small-Nation Systems 56:09 – Should Worlds Allow Traveling Alternates? 57:04 – Why Alternates Need the Experience 57:35 – Daily Logistics in Jakarta: Hotel, Volunteers, Food, Illness 59:07 – Only One Training Time per Day: The Reality 01:00:51 – FIG Cost-Cutting & Why Fewer Trainings Exist Now 01:02:04 – FIG Understaffing Concerns 01:03:12 – White Landing Mats: Visibility & Safety Issues 01:03:52 – Coaches' Round Table: No Questions Allowed?! 01:04:12 – Fujitsu 3D Judging System: Still Vaporware? 01:06:02 – What the Athletes Learned from Jakarta 01:07:31 – Dulcinea's Experience: Making Finals & Next Steps 01:08:32 – Upgrades, Code Exploration & Smart Routine Building 01:10:20 – Why E-Score Matters as Much as D-Score 01:11:03 – Routine Construction in the U.S.: A Long-Standing Problem 01:12:18 – Why International Judges Should Be Involved in Routine Design 01:14:12 – Long-Term Vision for Building a Program 01:14:46 – MINI COMMISSION INTRO: Comeback Wishlist for LA28 01:15:05 – Christy's Brief: "Who Should Come Back for 2028?" 01:15:25 – Spencer Prepares Emotionally 01:16:22 – Jessica's #1 Pick: Casey Jo Magee on Beam 01:17:56 – Spencer's #1 Pick: McKayla Maroney (All-Around Queen) 01:18:25 – Also Spencer: Brenna Dowell Comeback Campaign 01:19:10 – Jessica's #2 Pick: Vanessa Atler 01:20:04 – Spencer's 2009–2016 Alt Universe Superteam 01:21:00 – Pre-Paris Retirees: Who Should Return Now? 01:21:28 – JJ Marshall + Bailey Key + More Forgotten Talents 01:22:00 – The Gabby Douglas Rule ("No Today Show Comebacks") 01:23:04 – Why Gymnasts Need Real Meets Before Announcing 01:24:00 – College Head Coach Comeback Team?! (Casey Jo, Wieber, Preece, Tabitha) 01:25:10 – Cecile as Beam Queen? Citizenship Questions 01:26:07 – Tabitha Yim as the Secret Weapon 01:26:50 – Shawn Johnson? Nastia? Maybe Not. 01:27:03 – Chelsea/Alicia Self-Selecting Themselves for Paris (Chaos Edition) 01:28:32 – Join Club Gym Nerd / Fantasy Notes 01:29:11 – GYMTERNET NEWS: NCAA Schedule + ABC/ESPN Slate 01:30:03 – All-Japan Results + Aurora Tribute Routine by Kenzo 01:31:18 – FEEDBACK: Obi Cam Praise + Cocopuff the Pomeranian 01:32:38 – YouTube Subscriptions & Comment Rules 01:33:35 – Junior Worlds Preview: "It's in a Ballroom!" HEADLINES: USA Gymnastics has hired Kyle Albrecht, a former Major League Soccer executive, to lead the organization. What do we think about this decision? The American Cup is BACK as an international meet and is now a mixed-team event. When and where will the competition be held? We have college signings for 2027! Who is going where? But what does it even mean to "sign" with a school? All the big elites are going to Florida No Hezly for LSU? The United States of Romania starring Ella Oprea (Clemson), Amalia Ghigoarta (MSU), and Lilia Cosman (MSU) DOPING IN WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS: If you thought doping wasn't a problem in gymnastics, Uncle Tim busted out the archives to let you know otherwise Blue Pills and Broken Spines: How East Germany Destroyed Its Young Gymnasts The Vault Champion Who Vanished after Doping   INTERVIEW: PATRICK KIENS AND DAYMON JONES PART TWO VOINEA ABUSE ALLEGATION UPDATE: Video and more allegations against Camilla Voinea  What were the reactions from the Romanian media about last week's part one interview with Patrick and Daymon? Maria Holbură released a statement speaking out about the abuse within the Romanian system What do Patrick and Daymon think about selection procedures for the American system? What were Jakarta World Championships like in comparison to previous World Championships? How did they feel about competition safety and the equipment? Is the Fujitsu AI judging system actually happening? Reactions from the  presentation What do judges want to see in terms of artistry on beam and floor? A shout out to Sylvia Brestyan for her analysis on judging accuracy How American gymnasts can reconstruct their routines for code-smart routines What are some positive examples of athlete adaptation? MINI COMMISSION: COMEBACK WISH LIST FOR THE LA 2028 GAMES This mini commission is from our Fantasy Winner, Christy: With the next summer Olympics in LA, it's the perfect time for someone to mount a comeback! Love a good comeback, and who wouldn't want to compete at your home country's Olympics!?! Is there anyone you realistically believe is training for a comeback, and who would you like to see come out of the woodwork and make a run for 2028? GYMTERNET NEWS: NCAA schedules are starting to roll in! Starts: Jan. 10 - ABC - Sprouts (Oklahoma, UCLA, Utah, LSU) Jan 10 - ESPN2 - Sprouts (Michigan State, California, Kentucky, Michigan) Ends: Apr. 18 - Championship Preview Show is back, followed by NCAA Championship All Japan Championships results VT: Miyata Shoko (13.999 average) UB: Nakashima Karin (14.066) BB: Kishi Rina (14.500) FX: Kishi Rina (14.166) AA: Kishi Rina (55.999) UP NEXT: Behind The Scenes: Live Q&A podcast Friday this week only at noon Pacific/8 GMT RELATED: World Championships Headquarters Videos, Interviews, Podcasts, Fantasy, Guides from Jakarta World Championships Jakarta Worlds Debrief: The Romanian Drama Explained With Coaches Daymon Jones & Patrick Kiens Trouble in Romania The History of Romanian Gymnastics (Commissioned) 80's Fight! The great Soviet Romanian Rivalry (Commissioned) The Fluff Cast: Deva isn't a castle?! Behind The Scenes: Back from Jakarta Eythora Thorsdottir and Coach Patrick Kiens  Behind the Scenes - all episodes SUPPORT THE SHOW: Join Club Gym Nerd: https://gymcastic.com/club/ Headstand Game: https://gymcastic.com/headstand-plugin/ Forum: https://gymcastic.com/community/ Merch: https://gymcastic.com/shop/ Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyworth Memoirs! Right now, save $10 or more during their Holiday sale when you go to STORYWORTH.com/GymCastic  Huel Daily Greens Ready to Drink – Get 15% off your purchase for New Customers with our exclusive code GYMCASTIC at https://huel.com/GYMCASTIC. Use our code and fill out the post checkout survey to help support the show! NEWSLETTERS Sign up for all three GymCastic newsletters  RESOURCES Spencer's essential website The Balance Beam Situation  GIFs of the Week and Meet schedule with links. Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim The Balance: My Years Coaching Simone Biles by Aimee Boorman with Fact Checker. Aimee coached Simone from day one in gymnastics to three back to back World All Around titles, 14 world medals and an unprecedented 5 medals at the Rio Olympics. Get your copy now. And if you loved it, please leave a review.  

 Despite an impressive chess résumé as one of the U.S.'s top women players, Tatev Abrahamyan has had moments when she questioned whether it was all worth it. After a prolonged slump, she not only considered giving up on ever earning the International Master title, but she nearly quit competitive chess altogether. Fortunately, Tatev persevered. Earlier this year, she unexpectedly finished second in the Woman's American Cup, and then in August, she delivered a standout result that earned her the International Master title at age 37 — more than 10 years after achieving her final required norm!  Remarkably, Tatev's performance was so strong that she also secured her first GM norm. In our conversation, Tatev reflects on: Why a timely vote of confidence from a mentor propelled her toward a $30,000 prize Opening advice and the enduring value of endgame studies What she has learned from this roller-coaster journey — and what she advises others facing slumps Tatev's story is both candid and inspiring, and I look forward to following her next chapter at the 2025 U.S. Women's Championship and beyond. 0:00- Thanks to our sponsors Chessable.com: Check out Tatev's courses here-  and if you sign up for Chessable Pro, be sure to use this link: https://www.chessable.com/pro/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=benjohnson&utm_campaign=pro 0:02- Late last year, after a slump, Tatev was “despondent” with her chess? Did she seriously consider quitting?  0:05- Once she didn't quit, how did she prepare for the American Cup?  0:08- Tatev's tournament routine and mindset Mentioned: IM Kostya Kavutskiy, GM Josh Friedel, Endgame Labaratory by GM Jacob Aagaard 0:11- Why does Tatev think her results turned around at the American Cup? Mentioned: GM Yasser Quesada Perez 0:15- Tatev's next tournaments in Spain and Budapest  0:18- Tatev's approach to openings 0:20- When did Tatev start to think that earning the IM title was becoming realistic?  0:24- Patreon mailbag question: Was there any change to Tatev's mindset leading up to this breakthrough? Mentioned: You can check out Tatev's games from the tournament here: https://www.chess.com/events/budapest-one-week-budapest-one-week-gm FM Mike Klein's article about Tatev's title: https://www.chess.com/news/view/abrahamyan-plays-best-tournament-of-career-earns-im-title-gm-norm 26:00- Meeting up with Judit after the tournament!  34:00- More reflections on Tatev's tournament Mentioned: IM Kostya Kavutskiy's blog post about analyzing with Ivanchuk https://hellokostya.substack.com/p/2025-spring-eurotrip 40:00- The US Women's Championship  41:00- Tatev discusses her Chessable course and her fondness for endgame studies. Mentioned: Chess Studies: Solve to Evolve  https://www.chessable.com/chess-studies-solve-to-evolve/course/300770/ 49:00 Tatev's next projects 51:00- Will Tatev pursue the GM title? Mentioned: Jeanne Sinquefeld prize for a woman earning the GM title  https://www.chess.com/news/view/jeanne-cairns-sinquefield-award-us-female-grandmasters Also mentioned: GM Felix Blohberger https://www.chess.com/news/view/being-a-chess-professional-in-europe-sucks-blohberger 55:00- Thanks to Tatev for joining us!  You can reach her via the Lichess coaches page: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The national competition takes place Jan. 3-6 at the Kansas City Convention Center and will include some 20 Olympians and Paralympians from Team USA. One Overland Park coach is sending 13 students to compete in the Cup.

How is everyone enjoying the Fall season so far?? This week we have Discover Long Island's International Sales Representative, Alfredo Gonzalaz joining the fun to fill in for Kristen – he shares the exciting highlights of the American Cup hosted right here on Long Island, fun new things to look forward to in general as a destination and so much more! We're also sipping some local cider from our friends at the Riverhead Ciderhouse to keep up the autumn spirit. Be sure to check out some great events here on LI for Hispanic Heritage Month and the rest of the season!!#TasteOfLongIsland Riverhead Ciderhouse is the perfect place to enjoy the Fall Season - From classic apple blends to innovative fruit-infused concoctions, their ciders are the perfect companions for every palate. Every sip is a journey through New York's orchards, just for you! From brain-bending Trivia Nights to the toe-tapping tunes of Dueling Pianos and amazing Live Music, their events are not to be missed.Learn more at riverheadcider.com *You can also find them on our mobile app!*Want to be featured on Taste of Long Island and be featured on our social channels and website? Email us at Spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com#LongIslandLifeCheck out our new blog: Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: Where to Find LI's Best Pumpkin Drinks-Pickin' Pumpkins Pumpkin Ale from Long Island Farm Brewery in Manorville-Pumpkin Pie Cider from Riverhead Ciderhouse in Riverhead-NOFO Pumpkin Ale from Riverhead Brew House in Riverhead-Pumpkin Beer Tasting Flights at Tap RoomHispanic Heritage Month! Check out these great events to celebrate the Hispanic Culture here on Long Island:9/27: Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in Huntington Station (Just Passed)Now-10/13: Hispanic Heritage Month Family Craft Activities at Cradle of Aviation Museum10/12: Los Lobos at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center10/14: Disney Encanto Sing-Along Live at The Staller Center10/18: Marco Antonio Solis at UBS Arena#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, October 4thHamptons International Fim Festival Kicks Off (Runs through 10/20)Haunted Tree House Days at Long Island Aquarium Start (Weekends in October)Saturday, October 5thConnetquot River State Park Preserve Centennial CelebrationGreenport Skate Park Sk8tober ContestOKTOBERFEST at Reflextions RiverheadCONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandNYTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastX(Twitter): https://x.com/liteapodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/longislandteapodcast/ DM us on any of our social channels or email spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com to tell us what you want to hear! Whether it is Long Island related or not, the ladies are here to spill some tea with you! Shop Long Island Apparel!shop.discoverlongisland.comCheck out Kristen and Sharon's favorite products on Amazon!amazon.com/shop/discoverlongislandBe sure to leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you're listening, and screenshot your review for $5 off our Merch (Please email us to confirm)Thanks to our generous sponsor, Sands New York - visit www.sandsnewyork.com for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Leave it on the floor. No regrets.” Continuing with Olympic month, host John Corella welcomes Kristie Phillips, 1988 Olympic team member, former national champion, winner of the American Cup to the Dance Dad podcast—and his inner child is screaming. For all of her career achievements thus far, Kristie exemplifies that unlimited opportunities lay ahead—opportunities to learn new things, embrace new experiences and, in turn, provide new opportunities for other people. Today she discusses how she helped to change the sport of gymnastics as an athlete, and later as an athlete representative and an elite judge.   As much as Kristie has won, she also knows what it means to fail—and to be made to feel insignificant as a result. Failure is part of the process and we must know how to deal with it, while remembering that we are enough just as we are. Citing Simone Biles as an example, Kristie and John discuss the changing attitudes toward the health and well-being of athletes in competition, and the importance of inclusivity at all levels, and why gymnastics is the best preparation for life.    Join today's discussion to hear Kristie talk about her relationship to legendary gymnast coaching duo the Karolyis, appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated making a gymnastics comeback ‘late in life,' and taking up ballroom dancing for the first time.    Quotes “To me it's kind of the mother of all sports. It embodies grace, power, discipline, perseverance, self-motivation. It's just every life lesson that you're going to need in your life, you will experience in the sport of gymnastics at a high level of competition.” (13:23 | Kristie Phillips)  “Everybody's enough. You're born enough. And I think as society, we're so judgmental, and we're so quick to tear someone down and I wish we could get back into building people up.” (16:15 | Kristie Phillips) “I just enjoyed being out there and performing and making people happy and touching lives. Inspiring people. That's what I love to do…I love providing for people opportunities—probably my kids would say I like to do that too much—but I just truly enjoy giving to other people and helping them on their journey.” (34:34 | Kristie Phillips)  “I see the big picture now. I think I've kind of lived my life with blinders on and kept doing what's next—what's next—what's next and so I'm starting to really enjoy the process and really starting to appreciate the opportunities that life has given me.” (1:01:32 | Kristie Phillips)  “Once you're there, leave it all on the floor. Don't doubt yourself. Don't hold back. Don't try to save it. Go for it. Go big or go home. And enjoy giving it your all. If you win, you win; if you don't, you don't, but there will be no regrets. Leave it on the floor. Put it all out there and enjoy every minute of it.” (1:03:47 | Kristie Phillips)    Links Connect with Kristie Phillips: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristie_phillips_kpac/ Website: www.kpacgym.com   Dance Dad with John Corella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dancedadwithjohncorella/ John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_corella/ Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

In this episode, Alex starts by worrying about how the United States doesn't appear ready to host a FIFA World Cup in a few years. As he has been watching both the Euro Cup and the American Cup, Alex has noticed that the Fox Soccer crew has not only had bad (and dumb) takes, but also just seems lackluster in understanding the nuances of the game. He cites an article in the Guardian that explains it all. For the rest of the episode, Alex looks at how recent elections in the UK and France can send useful messages to Democrats/centrist movements in the world (especially the United States). In both the UK and France, the far-right was held back by moderated left-leaning parties and uniquely built coalitions that served as bulwarks against extremism. Alex worries that as Joe Biden and his allies are struggling to have tough conversations around his ability to run for four more years, some of the political dynamics in Europe can serve as both warnings and advice. 

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Minha convidada aprendeu a nadar quando tinha 8 anos de idade. Dos 9 aos 11 anos dançou balé e fez sapateado. Através do irmão mais velho, que era triatleta, teve contato com a modalidade. Em 2017, recebeu um convite para experimentar o triathlon. Ela tinha apenas 12 anos. Já em sua estréia, deu uma amostra do que estaria por vir. Foi terceira colocada no Campeonato Brasileiro infantil e no já ano seguinte, sagrou-se campeã. Em 2019 venceu o Triathlon SESC São Carlos e o Damha Sprint, foi Campeã da etapa de São Paulo do Brasileiro Juvenil, segunda colocada nas etapas de Maceió e do Rio de Janeiro, Campeã do triathlon qualificatório para o Sul-Americano, realizado em Brasília, e da prova enduro do Campeonato Paulista, etapa de São Carlos. No ano da pandemia, aproveitou para aperfeiçoar-se física e tecnicamente, o que trouxe a oportunidade de integrar a seleção brasileira em dois training camps realizados na cidade de Rio Maior, em Portugal. Lá mesmo, ela venceu na categoria juvenil o Campeonato Português de Aquathlon. Em 2021 foi vice campeã na elite ao mesmo tempo em que venceu a categoria júnior da Copa Brasília de Triathlon e Campeã Brasileira Júnior. No ano seguinte, foi Campeã Paulista, Campeã do GP Extreme Sprint, Campeã dos Jogos Sul-Americanos da Juventude, Campeã Sul-Americana Júnior e obteve duas sétimas colocações, no Pan-Americano Júnior e na American Cup, nessa última largando na elite. Ao final de 2022 foi eleita a melhor triatleta júnior da América do Sul. Senhoras e senhores, garotas e garotos, sentada aqui à minha frente está a atual Campeã Brasileira de Triathlon, uma representante do futuro do triathlon nacional e ao que tudo indica, mundial. Uma mulher que vem representando muito bem o sangue novo do triathlon, oxigenando as artérias dessa modalidade já quarentona, a jovem triatleta carlopolitana Julia Mercaldi Munhoz. Inspire-se! SIGA e COMPARTILHE o Endörfina através do seu app preferido de podcasts. Contribua também com este projeto através do Apoia.se.  

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 3 to 7 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcastshttps://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Ridgefield High School volleyball player Lizzy Andrew represents the United States, winning gold and the Best Blocker Award at the U19 NORCECA Pan American Cup in Puerto Rico. Andrew was one of the first volleyball players from the Pacific Northwest selected for the U.S. Volleyball U19 National Team in nearly a decade. https://tinyurl.com/53bjew5w #RidgefieldSchoolDistrict #RidgefieldPublicSchools #RidgefieldHighSchool #RHSVolleyballPlayer #LizzyAndrew #USVolleyballU19NationalTeam #U19NORCECAPanAmericanCup #JuniorNationalChampionships #RidgefieldWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

Welcome to the #172nd episode of  The Athletes Podcast, where we bring you the stories, insights, and experiences of athletes from all walks of life! Today we feature Kennedy Justinen, born and raised in Rocky Mountain House, AB. Justinen learned to ski and snowboard in a recreational manner at the ages of 4 & 10.  Focusing their younger years on accessible sports & moved to Kelowna at 18 to be closer to the mountains.  At age 21, Kennedy acted on a lifelong desire to compete in elite-level snowboarding with no prior training or experience. In 2022, Kennedy finished 3rd overall on the NorAm Cup tour; acquiring a personal spot on the Canadian World Cup team for the 2022/23 season. Fast forward to 2023, where she just recently won the North American Cup. We hope you enjoy the episode! Send us an email and let us know what you think of the episode/suggestions for future guests! theathletespodcast@gmail.comEpisode Breakdown:00:00 - 02:30 Intro & Kennedy's Latest Accomplishments02:30 - 07:00 How Kennedy Became a Snowboarder07:00 -09:30  Becoming a North American Snowboard Cross Champ09:30 - 10:40 Favourite Places to Snowboard10:40 - 13:40 Competing Overseas & Lack of Funding for Canadian Athletes13:40 - 19:20 Podium Finishes & Working with CSM19:20 - 27:30 Channeling Your Energy27:30 - 38:30 Training for the Olympics & NorAm38:30 - 42:30 Influences & Advice for the Next Gen42:30 - 43:50 OutroListen to The Athletes Podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UGWkLsS0y7HfFWX1J4aTeWatch The Athletes Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@TheAthletesPodcastSubscribe to The Athletes Podcast!Follow Our Host, Producer & Developer!David Stark (@davestark1)Phoenix Wayland (@phoenixgw11)Jordan Maslen (@jordanmaslen4)Learn more about Root'd here: https://rootd.com/Disclaimer - Root'd sponsored a segment of the podcast. Use the code “AP18” for 18% off at checkout! Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok

Apologies for the low sounds quality, we filmed this episode immediately after the closing cerem0ny of the American Cup, during the afterparty celebrations. ♟️Play With Us: https://go.chess.com/csqpod

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Former ATP #30 Doubles Player and All-American Cup Tournament Director Nick Monroe joins the show to recap this year's All-American Cup event, discuss playing until 40, chat about his plans moving forward, and so much more!! Don't forget to give a 5 star review on your favorite podcast app! In addition, add your twitter/instagram handle to the review for a chance to win some FREE CR gear!! This episode brought to you by:  Swing Vision SwingVision is the official ball tracking app of Tennis Australia, the UK's Lawn Tennis Association and the Intercollegiate Tennis Association. The startup's mission is to democratize the Grand Slam experience for tennis players of all levels. Using just a single smartphone, the app automatically tracks your shot trajectory, generates match highlights and provides line challenges, all in real-time on any court in the world. Take advantage of Cracked Racquets' exclusive partnership by using our promo code "cracked20" for a 14-day Pro Trial and a $20 discount. Don't miss out on this exclusive deal, available by clicking here! Tennis Point Discounted Tennis Apparel, Tennis Racquets, Tennis Shoes & Equipment from Nike, adidas, Babolat, Wilson & More! Visit their store today and use the code "CR15" at checkout to save 15% off Sale items. Some Exclusions (MAP Exceptions) apply and code will not work on those items. This code will add 1 FREE CAN of WILSON Balls to the cart at checkout.  Tourna MEGA TAC: It's the TACKIES GRIP EVER CREATED by far. You know Tourna Tennis for their world famous Tourna Grip, but did you know they also make the TACKIEST grip in the world? MEGA TAC is THE tackiest grip on the market. It starts tacky and stays tacky, longer than any other grip on the market as well. If you like Tacky Grips, you have to try Mega Tac.   You can have anyone reach out to sales@uniquesports.com and mention Cracked Racquets to get a FREE sample Lucky Racket The hub for tennis fans, based out of Dayton, OH. Our mission is to make everyone smile when they see our products on and off the tennis courts! Get 15% OFF by using our promo code "Cracked15" at luckyracquet.com. Tennis Channel Podcast Network Visit https://www.tennis.com/pro-game/podcasts/ to stay current on the latest tennis news and trends and enjoy in-depth analysis and dynamic debates. Find Cracked Racquets Website: https://www.crackedracquets.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/crackedracquets Twitter: https://twitter.com/crackedracquets Facebook: https://Facebook.com/crackedracquets YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/crackedracquets Email Newsletter: https://crackedracquets.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tennis doubles icons/legends, the Bryan Brothers, took some time to speak with the Bruthas about the upcoming All American Cup in San Antonio, Texas (November 11th - 13th). Bob is the Captain of Team East (Bryce's Team Showtime) and Mike is Captain of Team West (Isaac's Team Scrappy). Enjoy this chat where Bryce and Isaac stoke the competitive fires in this new Bryan Brothers rivalry.

This is an interview with Nick Monroe, a recently retired ATP doubles player, and three-time podcast guest, to discuss the new All American Cup.What is the All American Cup? It's a team tennis tournament featuring the best American male players, led by captains Bob & Mike Bryan.Nick had the idea for the tournament, which will be hosted in San Antonio, during the middle of COVID when players were trying to find ways to compete.The tournament will start on November 10 with several events and culminate on the 13th with a Laver Cup-style format.In this conversation Nick & I talk about: The vision behind the All American Cup.What Nick has done since retiring from tennis.The importance of doubles and the popularity of team-format tennis.The growth of pro tennis in Texas.See the shownotes for this episode here: https://www.thetennistribe.com/all-american-cup-preview/**Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy.25 Winning Doubles Tactics:  https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/ Serve Strategy for Doubles: https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/ ***Download your free doubles guide to learn how to force errors and get more easy volleys at TheTennisTribe.com/doubles-guide/. ***Tennis Gear reviews: The best racquets, shoes, bags, & moreRead our written doubles lessons hereSubscribe to our YouTube Channel for video lessons

Pat & Heals speak with Sport Australia Hall of Fame Chair John Bertrand who skippered Australia II to victory in 1983 in the American Cup to end 132 years of American dominance. John relives that victory plus is excited to induct two more Queenslanders into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.

Pat & Heals are joined by Queensland Bulls Bowler Gurinder Sandhu who took 5 wickets in the second innings against Tasmania in the first Sheffield Shield match, Sport Australia Hall of Fame Chair John Bertrand who skippered Australia II to victory in 1983 in the American Cup is excited to induct two more Queenslanders into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame & 2019 Coolangatta Gold Champion Lana Rogers.

As we draw closer to the inaugural edition of the All American Cup, the Bruthas got a chance to chat with ex-pro and tournament director, Nick Monroe. Nick shares how he came up with the concept for the tournament, enlisted players and sponsors as well as ideal team captains, the Bryan Brothers. Listen to the end of the episode for a very special giveaway coming from the event.

The U.S. Women's U21 National Team - with Nebraska middle blocker Bekka Allick and libero Lexi Rodriguez - defeated Argentina 3-1 (25-20, 21-25, 25-22, 25-14) on Sunday to win the Pan American Cup at La Paz Arena in Baja California Sur.

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The third-EVER episode of the Chicken Chess Club by GMs Jan Gustafsson, Laurent Fressinet & Peter Heine Nielsen. https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbThqb09VTTduMlR3N3pXY0E4TlQ2QUhDUDZMd3xBQ3Jtc0ttYmZrQkZDdkFSUGZmRDg3MnFMR0lDdmxzT0hpcG1rUEp2aHYxLW9Wejc1elpRV0xwZFFwX2tMT1FqVDVoSW00NFNHSTZxblEyb0w0YlJVM0xyM1ZYc0d5OEktR0xmcU9nZVFqVXFlVmhZWXZTSUNZaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fchickenchessclub&v=g08NQ7xNNhs (https://linktr.ee/chickenchessclub) First this week, the boys discuss the Champions Chess Tour & Magnus Carlsen's failure to keep up with Polish superstar Jan-Krzysztof Duda. They discuss Fabiano Caruana winning the American Cup, the start of the Grand Chess Tour & the return of Alireza Firouzja. The Sigeman supertournament starts this week with friends of the show Jorden van Foreest & Nils Grandelius taking part. Anish Giri is now a Play Magnus ambassador - nobody is surprised that PMG would sign such an icon of the sport. Our popular segment "What's Wrong With FIDE This Week, Peter?" returns with discussion of the upcoming election, the Candidates spots & Sergey Karjakin. Our unpopular segment "Tales From the Training Camps" also returns with some very controversial stories! Finally, Chickens of the Week lives up to its name with our 3 chickens showing their... chickenness.

The second-EVER episode of the Chicken Chess Club by GMs Jan Gustafsson, Laurent Fressinet & Peter Heine Nielsen. https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFE3Q0xhdTA1eGczSU1VQVgyQmZwRTdkNXN3d3xBQ3Jtc0tsWklEenFlQ1hvRlVoMmhIYkRlZ3QxNmJUbndzMUdkaWhuMFpqWUpkVEE5VG5ZRzh5SjRzUHdVV1I4eW5qVndHWm1IUlo5WmJpaDU5SFlqb3VxUTREQ01OQmhiZzZoMmdKcVFLN0ZxeVRYTXpFVEdVbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fchickenchessclub&v=g08NQ7xNNhs (https://linktr.ee/chickenchessclub) First this week, they cover the Champions Chess Tour in Oslo - Magnus Carlsen's 1. f3, Giri vs Magnus & Praggnanandhaa's strong start. They move on to discussing whether Magnus will defend his World Championship title. Fabiano Caruana, Sam Shankland & others are playing in the American Cup - who is following it most closely? Does talent exist? Our incredibly popular FIDE/politics segment continues. The new chess.com World Championship, Nigel Short, Alexandra Kosteniuk's statement, Arkady Dvorkovich, and Joel Lautier are the topics this week. Tales from the Training Camps is Jan's big new idea - a fascinating deep dive into the intricacies of whether a French restaurant really is a French restaurant. Laurent is unimpressed. Finally, we end with our Chicken of the week. You'll never guess TWO of them! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=0s (0:00) Intro & small talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=175s (02:55) CCT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=1148s (19:08) Magnus & the next WC match https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=1593s (26:33) The American Cup & talent in chess https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=2158s (35:58) FIDE & chess politics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=3102s (51:42) Tales from the training camps https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g08NQ7xNNhs&t=3699s (01:01:39) Chickens of the week

It's all about the money, honey. And we would be fools to think otherwise. INEOS Team UK's budget for the last American Cup challenge was $210 million and the cost of mounting an America's Cup campaign gets higher and higher with every passing year. If you've got chump change, if you've got mates looking for coins down the back of the couch, sure you can mount a challenge. You are extremely unlikely to come close, far less win it. And so, as expected, Grant Dalton and Team New Zealand have followed the money and have elected to defend the America's Cup in Barcelona. It is and it always has been about the money. It's not 1995 any more people. When buying a pack of red socks made you a shareholder in Team New Zealand and you could bellow Sailing Away with gusto and pride.  I take Grant Dalton's point, that if you can't attract the backers and you can't get the money, you can't get what you need to take the boat itself to the next level.  I think we're fine with the talent we've got and the sailors we've got, and the associated people involved in a challenge. But if you can't get that technology next level, then we're going to be downwind all the way. The writing's been on the wall for some time. Grant Dalton is a winner. That's what he likes doing. He needs big money for Team NZ to win. He wasn't getting it here. Have we missed a trick? I don't think so. I think we've funded these guys into their waterfront properties long enough. It would have been great. It was fantastic last time even in the midst of all the nonsense.  Grant Dalton made it very clear they need money to win. They will follow that money. They found a pot of gold in Barcelona. Will he parley that win should they do so and bring it home as a consolation prize for Kiwis? I wouldn't bet my red socks on it. 

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Gymnastics is obviously physically demanding with a high injury rate. But it is extremely difficult psychologically as well. Many of the skills could kill you. So what are these terms that define a gymnasts state of ready and do you have the Simone Biles courage to admit it when the body shows up but the conscious and self-conscious mind go on vacation. And...yes! It happens to all of us. We just don't have to worry about breaking out necks most of the time. When Kevin Durant's foot was off by an inch in Game 7 of the NBA's Eastern Conference semifinals, his shot was worth two points instead of three, and the Brooklyn Nets lost in overtime. When Riley McCusker's foot was off by an inch on her beam dismount at the 2017 American Cup, she slammed backward onto her neck and then rolled over it.

Gymnastics is obviously physically demanding with a high injury rate. But it is extremely difficult psychologically as well. Many of the skills could kill you. So what are these terms that define a gymnasts state of ready and do you have the Simone Biles courage to admit it when the body shows up but the conscious and self-conscious mind go on vacation. And...yes! It happens to all of us. We just don't have to worry about breaking out necks most of the time. When Kevin Durant's foot was off by an inch in Game 7 of the NBA's Eastern Conference semifinals, his shot was worth two points instead of three, and the Brooklyn Nets lost in overtime. When Riley McCusker's foot was off by an inch on her beam dismount at the 2017 American Cup, she slammed backward onto her neck and then rolled over it.

In part two of my conversation with Grant he shares his story of heart break and redemption and how his journey with the horse has paralleled his life. From winning the American Cup in Polo to his cow horse and cutting accolades Grant found the things that matter most in life can't be won. 

In this episode we pay homage to Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at ESPN, Chris LaPlaca. We talk about the birth of HD, ESPN being the first on all sports, ESPN breaking history in views this year with Women's Basketball, The 1987 American Cup, how NBA Countdown's all African-American cast was created and why you should not be afraid to fail and much more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robert-bruin/support

WATCH Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and see video clips of the gymnastics while we discuss. Please login to your Club Gym Nerd account to listen and/or watch this episode. Not a member? Join here. THIS WEEK We have a commissioned episode all about Aly! A Club Gym Nerd member asked for a deep dive into the gymnastics and activism career of one of the true champions of the sport, our beloved Aly Raisman. We discuss Consistency and muscles and cardio (and tugboats for some reason) Owning things we thought about Aly when we first saw her as a junior elite that turned out to be false Her 2010 American Cup performance and what that beam routine told us about Aly The "mini-Alicia" years, and when she broke out to establish her own identity The 2012 Olympics, an AA tiebreak, and a beam petition The lie of "she'll never get those scores internationally" Behind the scenes memories of Aly at competitions 1.5 to double Arabian to layout. We gush for a while, and discuss why no one else has done it The comeback, and why her final competition was also her best one The post-gymnastics years, her platform, her activism, her quest for justice and commitment to sending monsters to prison and getting receipts What is Aly's ultimate legacy? THE POSTS Aly Raisman's Darkness To Light Training for adults Regional Championships – Schedule and Links March 29, 2021 Keeping Up with the Cool GIFs – Conference Championships March 23, 2021 Top Scores of Conference Championships March 23, 2021 2021 Regionals Draw March 22, 2021 JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gym Nerd or buy a gift membership for access to Behind the Scenes episodes. Behind the Scenes: Jade as an alternate? Behind The Scenes: March 19 2021 Behind The Scenes: Megan, Harry, Listunova and Oprah Behind The Scenes: Post-Winter Cup Syndrome Buy our awesome clothing and gifts here. We have masks too!   RELATED EPISODES 319: Aly and Lynn Raisman 282: GymCastic Book Club – Fierce, by Aly Raisman 77: Aly Raisman

Nuovo giro di consultazioni per Mario Draghi, nel programma le riforme di pubblica amministrazione, giustizia e fisco. Quanto è affidabile il vaccino russo Sputnik V? Ne parliamo con la giornalista scientifica Roberta Villa. Nella pagina sportiva mondiali di sci alpino, Coppa Italia e American Cup.

Hilary's American Cup experience with Peter MontgomeryAre you for or against the mullet?Hilary's spontaneous SiriAnika Moa's ugly shoes

The Wiggles hit the news this week. Turns out they had a few issues with their visa application, and by the time it was granted, there were no more MIQ vouchers left for the children's entertainers, meaning, the Wiggles might not make their tour dates.I thought this may have been the best news of the week for some parents. but apparently not - over 40,000 tickets have been sold.Simon Bridges got involved – he's a got a three-year-old obsessed with The Wiggles – while the Prime Minister called for a practical solution.So we once again have the question of who we should be letting into New Zealand. Entertainers? Filmmakers? Sports teams? Comedians? Drag queens? American Cup team owners?Sports teams and entertainers don't sound very essential or critical. You and I could likely survive without them. But for the New Zealanders in these industries, building businesses and reputations, and supporting many others along the way, getting exemptions is essential to keeping afloat.But are seasoned workers, seamen, and crane drivers more or less important to keeping New Zealand businesses ticking over?The main criteria for being allowed into New Zealand is whether the skills or experience the person has are readily obtainable in New Zealand, or whether the worker is undertaking a time-critical role in specific areas.This sounds pretty vague.When it comes to international sports teams or entertainment superstars who can sell 40,000 tickets – not many Kiwis can do that, maybe just Six60. To boost the economy we need big names to come to New Zealand – the kind of visitors who help drive the accommodation, hospitality, and service sectors, while also employing local crews.Vice-president of the Promoters Association Gray Bartlett has called for a more clarity around the criteria as applied to international music and comedy acts, and has accused Immigration of favouritism.We have the time now, while in a kind of limbo, to think about how we increase opportunities. This is the time for the Immigration Department to work with the industries, where there's ambiguity, to come up with a more seamless criteria and process.I'm for letting workers in to support vibrant industries we so desperately need to boost our economy.However, right now is not the time.In light of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announcing the new variant of Covid-19 is not only more transmittable, but also possibly 30% more deadly than the previous variants, combined with our reluctance to use the Covid 19 Tracer App, caution is required.I think Australia is on the money. If this really is our most critical, high-risk Covid period since the last community outbreak in August, then maybe it's time to reduce the flow of people returning to New Zealand.It's not forever, just until we can vaccinate all border workers, flight crews and MIQ workers. As much as I want to move forward, maybe we should just take a breath, and slow the flow.

John is a retired American gymnast. He is a three-time Olympian, representing the U.S. at the Olympics in 1992, 1996, and 2000, in Barcelona, Atlanta, and Sydney respectively. He is also a four-time U.S. National all-around champion and a four-time U.S. National pommel horse champion. He won back-to-back American Cup titles in 1995 and 1996. John was named Sportsperson of the Year in 1990, 1992, 1993, 1995, 1998 and 2000 and was a member of six World Championship teams throughout his career. Additionally, John owns and runs the gymnastic facility in Crossville Tennessee where Power Monkey Fitness Camp is held. Improve your gymnastics and weightlifting skills with Team Power Monkey, check out our programs on our Monkey Method app! Monkey Method for IOS Monkey Method for Android Power Monkey Fitness

News Bulletins presented by Vignesha Livingstone - Labour plans to extend small business loans by three years with two years interest - National vows to spend 500 million to rebuild a New Zealand Hospital - Five thousand hundred student loan borrowers have returned to New Zealand - Motown singer has died - American Cup boat recovered from a capsize in Auckland

Tess Casey & Judy Gomes are Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts and are both long time competitors who returned to high level competition at IBJJF Pans last month in Irvine, CA since becoming moms.  Tess Casey is accomplished grappler and a black belt graded by John J. Janero and Xande Ribeiro. An assistant instructor to the San Francisco Ribeiro female team and the kids, Tess medaled in many tournaments such Pan Ams, US Open, American Nationals and American Cup. Judy Gomes is a BJJ Black Belt from Rio Combat Club in Alameda, CA. A part of Team Carlson Gracie Judy is a black belt under her husband Diogo Gomes. They both have awesome stories so be sure and check them out on Instagram at @tessfitbjj and @jiujitsujudy .  As always thanks to Want vs Need. For the freshest Jiu Jitsu gear in the industry check out @wantvsneed or http://wantvsneed.com