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How Fast Are Your Gymnasts. The Lighter, The Better ...... .

Dr, Robert Warren Danny Scannell

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On the cover ... Mario McCutcheon, shown at the top of the cover during his pommel horse routine, was a member of the World Championship team that competed in Europe, Michelle Berube, smiles at the crowd enjoying Rhythmic Gymnastics

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How Fast Are Your Gymnasts? Reaction Time Important Consideration By Dr. Robert Warren

Editor' s Note: Dr. Robert Warren is currently employed at Southern Arkansas University-Tech as the head women's gymnastic coac h. Warren has been on the col legiate coaching scene for the past six years. He holds a B.S. in physical education from Lamar University, a M.S. from the University of Texas EI Paso, and an EdD. from Temple University. He now resides in Camden, Arkansas.

eaction time represents an important consideration in an individual's performance in physical activity, not on ly in physical education and sports, but also in daily living. It may in many cases spe ll the difference between success and failure. The quickness of one 's reaction time in applying the brake pedal in an automobile may even mean the difference between life and death. In the past decade, the sport of women 's gymnastics has experienced a phenomenal growth in the intensity, quantity, and quality of competition. This growth has been accompanied by a corresponding increase in th e number of gymnasts and at earlier ages than ever before. A combination of these factors make it increasingly important for gymnastics coaches to identify, recruit , and begin to develop gymnasts at the earliest age possible. Gymnastics coaches often resort to less critical subjective visual observations to assess a gymnast's potential without the use of more accurate and objective determinants. Finding criterion measures which would be useful in identifying potentially successful gymnasts would be of great va lu e to coaches . Many experts and coaches believe successful gymnasts possess specific athletic traits that less competent gymnasts do not. During the past quarter century, researchers have devoted much attention to the study of reaction time and its implication for quality of athletic performance. The degree to which reaction time differs between athletes and non-athletes has not been unequivocally established nor universally accepted . Klafs reached the following conclusion concerning the reaction times of athletes versus non-athletes; " . . . one's ability to identify a stimulus and elicit the proper response in a minimal amount of time is an important factor in athletic success. It has been shown that athletes manifest a faster react ion time than do non-athletes " (Klafs, 1973). Olsen compared the reaction time of athletes and non-athletes in which he concluded the athletes had the fastest reaction times (Singer, 1968). Westerland and Tuttle measured the response time of athletes and found champions were superior in response time when compared with non-athlete groups (Westerland and Tuttle, 1931 ). Conversely , Manolis took a homogeneous group of high school football players who were observed and evaluated on block effi ciencies which then was correlated with reaction time . Manolis conc lud ed there was no significant relationship between the two va riabl es (Manolis, 1955). While the re sults of these · studies are somewhat inconclusive, it is generally conceded reaction time influences athletic performanc e.

Method Subjects. The subjects of this study were 122 female gymnasts selected from high schools, colleges, and private schools from the Southwest area. The three ability levels considered (Class III, Beginner; Class II , Interm ediate; Cla ss I, Advanced as designated by th e classification of the United States Gymnastic Federation) were evenly distributed, with 38 Class I's, 41 Class II's, and 43 Class Ill's. Due to the rigorous and often complex practice schedules of the subjects, the time of day for testing was varied to minimize the curtai lment of training time. Procedure. Verba l instruct ions were given to each of the test groups prior to testing . Th e purposes, procedures, and mechanics of the test were explained to reduce any apprehensions associated with testing . Prior to testing , each subject received a review of test procedures and was allowed to hear and become familiar with the audible stimulus. Each subject's name and age was recorded at the beginning of the test and their competitive c lassifications, all around scores and yea rs of gymnastic experience were record form data kept by the respective coaches. A Dekan Timer was utilized to measure the time lapse in hundredths of second between the stimu lus and the response . A pressure pedal was placed in the subjects hands, thumbs on top, fingers on bottom , which al lowed for minimal squeezing effort to initiate th e response. The instrument emitted a short buzzer sound as the audible stimulus. Testing was done on an individual and private basis for the fo ll owing reasons: a) to increase concentration , b) avoid memori za tion of testing styles , c) to enhance relaxation , d) to decrease noise distractions, e) to avoid possible peer pressure. Subjects were seated in a chair with the timing instrument situated directly behind them , eliminat ing the possibility of visual cues effecting the response to the audible stimulus. A Pearson Product-Moment Correlation techniques was used to discern the relationship of reaction time with performance score, age experience, and classification . A simple Analysis of Variance was also applied to determine the differences among means for reaction time, age , and experience (utilizing the three levels of classificat ion as the group definitions). A Scheffe' mutiple comparison test was utilized when significant F Ratios emerged. The .01 level of confidence was established as the minimum required for the detection of a significant result. Results The re lationship between reaction time and the variables of performance scores, age , experience , and classification is reviewed in Table I. TABLE I INTER -CORRELAT ION BETWEEN REACTION T IME, AGE, PERFORMANCE SCORES, EXPERIENCE, AND CLASSI FICAT ION

V1 V1 V2 V3 V4 V5

10000

· -0 3843

· -02619

-0 1536

·04695

10000

01480

·03914

' 06194

10000

' 02451

· -02318

1 0000

. - 04207 1000

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Needed lor significance wllh dl-(n-2), 05-18: ,01-.23

Number of cases- 122 ' - significant at .01 level

The analysis of data reflects a signifi ca nt re lationship of - ,38 between reaction time and pe rforma nce scores, Also a significant relationship of -.26 was fou nd between reacti on ti me and age The corre lation coeffi cient of .47 between reaction time and c lassification was fo und to be significa nt. The re lati onship of - .15 between reaction time and experience was inSignificant. Other significant relationships that ex isted but which we re not directly related to this st udy were performa nce scores and experience (.39); performance sco res and classification (-.62); age and experience (.25); and expe rience with c lassificatio n (- .42). The Analysis of Variance for the va riables of reaction time, age , and experience is rev iewed in Table II.

TABLE II CLASSIFICATIO N (GROUP) MEANS, F RATIOS, AND LEVELS OF SIGNIF ICANCE FOR REACTION T IME, AGE, AND EXPERIENCE

Variable

Class I

Class II

Class III

Rea ction Time

17.13

20.13

25.32

' 8.50

Age

14.37

13.68

12.21

' 13.96

4.24

3.66

2.46

' 23.90

Experience . =

signlficanl

F Ratio

Rallo al .01 level (4.78)

The analysis of Table II reveals a significant difference between Class means for reaction time, age, and experience. The Scheffe' test identified for differences to be significa nt between Class I and Class II and between Class II and Class III for reaction time , age , and experience. The mean diffe rences between Class I and Class II were insignificant fo r each variable. Discussion Statistical significance was achieved between the gymnasts ' reaction time and their al l around scores , age, and competitive c lassification ; however, these correlations should not be misinterpreted. With this study's sample size being of the magnitude that it is (N = 122) , significance is attained with very low corre lations. Perhaps a more pa lpa ble treatment of these data would be to square the significant Rs to ascertain the percent of common variance. With suc h low common variances between react ion time and all-a round scores (15 percent ), age (7 percent) and competitive classifi cati on (22 percent ), a coach would be hard pressed to use a gymnast's reaction time as the sole criterion for competency. The intent of this study is not to imply if a gymnast does not react quickl y she wi ll neve r become a competent performer. Furthermore , it is suspected the significant relationsh ips that emerged in this study are confounded by re lated thi rd va riabl es. Factors such as strength , flex ibility, endurance, coordination , special awareness and balance , to note a few , contribute to the gymnast's ability to perform. Perhaps future research could rank various criterion or specific combinat ions of criterion which are deemed pertinent to gymnastic success.

REFERENCES

Timing Is a major component of any gymnastics routine, Above, Dianne Durham 's coordination, skill and timing enable her rou tines to be ranked among th e best In the country, (photo by Dave Black)

Klals. C and Lyon. J. The Female Alhlele (SI Louis: C. V. Mosby Company . 1973) Manolis, G G. "Relatlon 01 Charging Time to Blockmg Performance in Football. " Research Ouanerly 26 170 -8. May . 1955 Singer. Robert. M%r Learning and Human Performance , New York , MacMllilan Co. 1968, pg . 72

Westerland, J Hand Tuttle . W W .. "The Relationship Between Running Events and Reaction Time." Research Ouar/erly.1 1 (OClober. 1931), pg. 95-100.

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A Fonnula For Lighter Gymnasts By Danny Scannell Head Coach Oak Ridge Gymnastics Club As gymnastic coaches have rea lized for a long time, the lighter a gymnast is the better he or she wi ll be in the sport. Yet, how do we reach the goal of a lighter gymnast? The two main systems used now are dieting and calisthenics, with intensity increased until results are seen. Gymnasts using these systems get lighter, but there are also problems that accompany-such as anorexia , ove r training, and an inc rease in stress related injuries. We must therefore , reevaluate these systems. When we are trying to lighten our gymnast we are attempting to reach the best strenght-to -we ight ratio, lean body mass to nonworking body mass. A weight lifter might simply add on to the muscle mass, but a gymnast has to pick everything up. It is better for the gymnast to reduce that body fat. It has been' shown in many te xts , the more aerobic and exercise , th e more body fat is used as an energy source. If we are trying to reduce th e percentage of body fat , we should mix aerobic exercises into our highly anaerobic workouts. This would help to reduce the need for over dieting and calistenic exercising. Slow easy aerobic exercising , such as jogging , bike riding , or even wa lking , wi ll give the gymnast time to unwind. This allows the gymnast to reduce the fat of the body and friction of the brain. To prove this I carried out a small test. It attempted to show the difference between the effect of anaerobic training versus aerobic. It was not meant to go into a sc ience journal , but it might show the advantage of putting some aerobic exercises into your training system. Purpose To see wh ich type of exercise reduced percentage of body fat more over a four week training period. Running was selected to represent the aerobic exerc ise, while weight training the anaerob ic. Testing Method The beginning data taken was: name, age, height, weight, and skinfolds. The sites at whic h the skinfolds we re taken were, tricets, subscapula, pectoraliS, iliac, anterior thigh . Each of the sites were checked three times or until the skinfold was consistently the same. The measuremen ts we re then placed int o a formula to calculate the percent b'ody fat. (The formula is back in reference ). The subjects then carried out their training for four weeks. At the end of this time they were tested again , using the same procedure as stated above. The subjects were asked to try and keep diet and daily activities (other than the training ) consistent with what they had done before their training had started. Training System #1 Th e individual did light stretching three-to-fou r times a week , ran six-to-eight miles a week , usually brea king into three runs a week, each being two-to-two and one half miles long. Training System #2 The individuals here worked out two-to-three times a week, for approximate ly 90 minutes to two hours. Th ey did a 20 minute wa rm up and then a circuit of 10 stations bench , squats, powe r squats, cu rls , military press , leg lifts and curls , bench press while in neck bridge , neck (resistance ), two fre e weig ht life stat ions. Validity and Reliability The testing method of using skinfolds in calculating percentage of body fat is an establ ished testing method , one found to be va lid and of high reliability. 8

TEST RESULTS Subjects #s and % B.F.

Age yrs.

Weight Ibs.

Height inches

Skinfolds T S P I U AT

9848%

149

11 , 13, 10, 8,9 , 13

9.654%

178

9, 13, 11 , 10, 8, 11

9.848%

169

13, 10, 9, 14, 10, 8

8.878%

205

8, 10, 6, 11 , 9, 10

9.363%

159

10, 7, 10, 12,1 1, 9

The second set of results, laken after the fou r (4) week period 1

9.46%

147

9, 11 , 8, 10, 9, 13

9.55%

180

7'(>

9, 12, 11 , 10, 8, 11

9.55%

166

11 , 9, 9, 14, 10, 8

8.78%

210

8, 10, 5, 11 , 9, 10

9.16%

157

10, 6, 10, 12, 11 , 8

Summary of Results (# 1 represented the subject on the aerobic exercise training) (#2-5 represented the subjects on the anaerobic exercise training ) Amount of decrease for eac h subject. 1. .38 2. .104 3. .298 4. .098 5. .203 The results do show the aerobic exericing training reducing the percentage of bod y fat more, as had been predicted. However the numbers being dealt wi th are ve ry small and the chance of poor valid ity and reliabili ty is very great. I feel the point being made by the results is ve ry important. I hope to red o the test at a later date under more contr olled circumstances. Th is wo uld allow a check for objectivity and to standardize the test. Some problem areas of the test I wo uld correct are: 1. Be sure the diet and all other activities are the same for all su bjects. 2. A sta ndardized method of measuring work output needs to be found and used, to be sure all subjects are doing the same work load. 3. To ha ve subjects be more homogeneous, and equal number in each group, add a control group. Although the results of th e test are a little we ak , th ey do show an important modifier of body composition. Hopefully pe ople will consider these results when putti ng togeth er their training program , if attaining optimum strength to weig ht rati o is one of their goals.

REFERENCES The formula used to calculate the percent body fat, was used by Doctor Donovan In the sp ring of 75 The testing was done on the University of Tennessee gymnastics Club members. tolal of the skin fold measurements _ _ x 0.097 + 3.6 -== percent body fa t of the IndiVidual. (A large sklnfold caliper was used 10 take the skin fold measuremen ts )

Dorothy S LUCiano. Arthur J Vander. James H Sherman .路HUMAN FUNCTION AND STRUCTURE " Copyright t978 McGraw-HIli Book Company pages 587 -592 III

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required Handstand 1/ 2 turn wrap LB ) directional changes. Question-Does a 1/ 1 twist co nstitute a directional change- No Does a turn before hand on th e ba r contact constitute a directional change? Ex: 1/ 2 turn kip up - No (See WTC minutes 6 / 82 p. 3 UPB opt. Breakdownfor further c larif ica tion.)

Meeting called to order 8:45 a.m., Friday, June 3, 1983 Roll call-voting members: Reg . I- Joanne Pasqual e Reg. II-Pam Kees Reg . III-Sharon Weber Reg. IV- Linda Beran Reg . V-Carole Liedt ke Reg . VI-Mari lyn Cross Reg . VII-Audrey Schweyer Reg. VIII -Ma ri an Dykes Vice Chairman-Sharon Va lley

Junior Olympic Dev. Dir. J.OD.-Connie Maloney Elite Dev. Dir. ED.D. - Roe Kreutzer Women 's Techni c al Committee Judges Training ChairmanCheryl Grace Women 's Committee Chairman- Linda Chencinski (ex -officio ) FIG -W TC-Ja ckie Fi e (ex-offi c io) Non -vo ting Guests- N AWGJ- J oa nn e Aschenb re n ner; USECA-Jim Gault II .

Balance Beam 1.

Mount side aerial to a stan d C R OV

Tripl e Turn (3/ 1) -

Free backward roll from feet to feet -

Headspring during routine -

UPB 1. Reverse Hecht over HB as dismount -

C. B

Kick to handstand step down flic flac- Th is will const itute a flight se ri es and wi ll va lue raise.

Falls-When the gymnast falls off the BB she has 10 sec. to remount. When the gymnast' feet leave the floor the fall watch is stopped. - The running time is started again when the gymnast resumes her exerc ise.

Floor Exercise Clarifications 1.

Out of bounds-Any pa rt of the body touching out of bounds is a .10 deduction. On surfaces whe re the area is marked by 2 differen t colors any part of the body touching the outside color is out of bounds.

Va lue raising of ac robat ic and gymnastic elements would include acro st rength elements as well.

The last major acrobatic series (tumbling ) not having an ac robatic (t umbling) B (natural) is deducted .2.

Reverse Hecht ove r HB with 1/ 1 as dismount - C

3. Hecht off HB with 1/ 2 turn to a pike stand on LB - CRY 4.

Clear front hip ci rcle in reve rse grip to H.S. (Wei ler KIP) - COY

(118.25 reference) Same as Czech Giant but a full circle around bar - C R - OV

6. Stem (McNama ra 's Mt) in th e exercise 7. Giant 1/ 2 turn to c lear support -

COY

9. 10.

Mount Jump 2 / 1 catch HB -

Vault

CRY

8. Wrap LB (s hort side) 1-1 / 2 twisl ca tch HB -

Vault II's are to be used at Class II and above meets. CRY

The vaul ting table is being revised with the thought of further devaluing some of th e lowe r value va ults. The new vault values wi ll become effective No v. 1, 1983 and will be distributed at the USGF Congress of Coaches.

1/ 2 on- 1 / 2 off-Must continue the turn in the same direction. If not the vau lt is void.

The following recommendation from Junior Olympic Committee was approved by the WTC-JO Class I gymnasts be allowed to perform round off entry vaults for th e 1983-84 competitive season.

Mount Round off flic flac to handstand on LB OV

11 . Front Giant on LB with bent knees-C (.2 deduction if bent legs throughout circle) 12.

Front Giant on HB-C R OV

13.

UPB-front saito catch glide-C

Technical cla rifi catio ns for Uneven Bars 1.

CRY (same as int)

Technical Clarifications for Balance Beam

Element Evaluations and Event Clarifications A.

C R OV

Cast HS to flyaway dismount-In order for the flyaway dismount to be va lue raised it must be at the height of the HB. Otherwise devalue to an "A " Execution predominately in one direction-up to .20 (p.51 FIG Cost of Paint s) - Th ere are four possib le directions: HB facing In or out LB faCing in or out - Th ere must be 2 directional changes once the bars have been contacted (Dismounts do not effect change in direction ) example-glide kip 1/ 2 turn catch HB) The 2

II.

General Clarifications

Timing-The limer on all events wi ll give a ve rba l notification "5 secs remaining" for 1.

remounting after a fall

acknowledgement from HJ (gree n flag)

Footwear should not detract from the performance of the gymnast. 1 .10 deduction will be taken by the head judge on each event in which this occu rs. (ex: stripped stocks, stripped shoes, lace or pompons on socks, bulky rolled down socks, etc.) USGF Technical Journal

Sectionals-Discussion ensued concern ing sectional meets. Some latitude should be given to the # 40 and to individual state structures. Approva l for not having sectional qualifying meets must be given in writing by the RTD .

For State meets with more than 120 gymnasts qualified permission to compete more than 120 in one day must be obtained from the RTD and NTD .

Meet form at- The Draw, meet order. Types of ways to run meets all will be included in the 83-84 Rules & Policies . 1.

The proposed format submitted by Region VII could be used in official USGF competitions. This format cou ld only be used if separate warm-up facilities are available.

Judges Affiliation-Regulations revi sed and approved by the WTC pI 0-E4al- Non affiliated judges should be considered just 3- No more than 1 affiliated judge from th e same gym on the same panel E-2- Delete "2 judges are permissible " Any deviation from the 4 judge panel must be requested in writing and approved by the RTD. Delete E4b

VI . Discussion on items:

VII

Marcia Frederick Is stopped by the camera during a floor routine. The points on floor exercise discussed by the WTC were: out of bounds; value raising of acrobatic and gymnastic elements; and on the last major acrobatic series (tumbling) not having an acrobatic B Is deducted .2. (photo by Rich Kenney)

III.

2 Judge Panel will consider for use at Elite Qualifying J. Gualt to consult Elite Coaches on problems presented by a 2 judge panel

Criterion for Selection of Official for USGF competition to be revised by Sharon Weber, Sharon Va ley, Delene Darst , Linda Chencinski, and Joanne Aschenb renner.

Eva luation of Judges- Questions to be answered. What will be done with the evaluations? Concerns of the judge-Where ani I weak and wha t can I do? How to in volve the coaches? Who else needs to be involved in evaluating judges?

J.O. Committee-recommendations A.

Class I Regional Qualifying Score be raised to 680-with a guarantee of 60 total gymnasts- Approved by WTC

All competito rs at Junior Olym pic Nationals and East / West Championships who achieved the State Qualifying score are automatically qualified to Class I State Championships - approved .

Discuss these possibi li ties at Regional meetings

Equipment Specification A.

The following recommendation from the Elite Development Committee was approved by the WTC. All board s to be 20 cm Âą 2 cm. Th e measurement is taken from the floor to the highest point at the side of the board . Do not include the carpet in the measurement, only th e wood. Thi s regulation will be the same for the Junior Olym pic Program . See Boards in Rules & Policies and enforce # of boards at meets.

Uneve n Bars should be measured from the floor 10 the top of the rail All Elite and JO Specifications to be organized together in new "Rules & Policies "

IV. Compulsory Program - Th e following proposal from the Junior Olympic Committee was defeated. JOC-Proposed that the handspring full turn (compulsory vaul t) not be scored "0" if more th en 1-1 / 4 twist is performed but that severe deduction be taken-failed-I t will remain "0 ". V

Rules & Policies

Th e Equipment Position Statement has been recinded.

USGF Technical Journal

Eliminate Class II mandate score for 83-84

Eliminate Class III mandate score for 83-84 .

Can only optional scores be used to mandate?

Require minimum optional and a total

Re view Class III mandate-should it be lowered.

Class II optional only competition in USGF network.

The proposal to eliminate the mandate score for 8384 was tabl ed ti ll the Congress in th e fall

Evaluation of East / We st and National Championship meets 1.

RTD must send Regional meet results to th e NTD and th e JOAGD

MR at the East/ West Championships must send mee t results to the NTD and the JOAGD.

East / West and J.O. National AA and individual event results to be forwarded to the RTD by JOAGD.

Nat ional Elite Qualifying meets-AA and individual even t resul ts will be sent by NTD and / or EDD. Minutes written by Linda Chencinski Revised by Delene Darst

Exec. Committee Discusses Olympic Trials Meeting of the Executive Committee Sunday, June 5, 1983 Executive Committee Minutes The meeting was ca ll ed to ord er by Senior Vice Preside nt Les Sasva ry at 11:40 AM at the Downtown Holiday Inn. Mr. L Sasvary welcomed the members and g uests.

Th e comm ittee discussed the ot her proposals for the Olympic Tri als in detail. Proposed by Mr. M. Milidonis to accept the bid of Jacksonvi ll e as the host of the 1984 Olympic Trial s for gymnastics. Second by Mrs. R. Kreutzer. Motion Passed.

Members Presen t: Mr. Les Sasva ry-Vice Presiden t for Men Mrs. Roe Kreutzer-Vice President for Women Mr. Mike Milidonis-Secretary Mrs . Sue Amme rman-Member ai Large Mrs . Jackie Fie-FIG-Women 's Tec hni ca l Committee Member Mr. Bill Roetzheim - USGF Representative to th e FIG Technical Committee-Men

Th e com mitt ee discussed the possibility of sched uling othe r events in the sires which presented proposals for the Olympi c Trial s. Th e members further discussed the events and event co ntracts for com petitions suc h as Th e American Cup, The Mixed Pai rs, The USA Championships, etc. Mr. M. Jacki explained th e cont ract details of potential meet location whi ch included :

Guests: Mrs. L. Chencinsk i-Women's Committee Chairperson

Indianapolis La s Vegas Chicago , Utah

USGF Office Staff: Mr. Mike Jacki-USGF Executive Director Ms. Cheryl Grace-USGF Events Director Mr. Rich Kenney- USGF Director of Publications Mr. M. Jacki introduced the representatives of Tom Boy leisure Apparel for a special presentation to the committee . The presentation of apparel included numerous coordinated outfits for use by athletes and officials of USGF teams. Following the detailed presentation and fashion show th e members discussed the Tom Boy contract proposa:. Proposed by L. Sasvary to approve the Tom Boy contract. Second by Mrs. S. Ammerman.

Th e members discussed the relationship and representation of TWI, a negotiating agent for the USGF. The members requested that Mr. M. Jacki give TWI an ultimatum of 72 hours to negotiate a TV contract for the World Championships Tri als. Otherwise the USGF shall seek other representation for the event. Proposed by Mrs. Ammerman to correct th e Rh ythm ic Gymnastics Committee minutes to reflect the qualifying procedure for the World Championship Team to be 50% score from the National Championships and 50% from the National Sports Festival and the therefore approve the minutes as corrected. Second by Mr. M. Milidonis.

Motion Passed.

Mr. M. Jacki introduced Mr. Stan Sanders of Ja cksonvill e Florida . Mr. S. Sanders presen ted a proposal and bid to host th e 1984 Olympic Trials for Men and Women in Jackson ville. The proposal included the complete package requested by the USGF including transportation , housing, financial support, advertizing , promotion , etc. The bid also included that the USGF shall receive 100% of the profits of the event.

On motion duly made and seconded the meeting was adjourned at 1:40 PM . Submitted for Consideration by: Michael J. Milidonis Secretary, USGF Executive Committee

CALENDAR UNITED STATES GYMNASTICS FEDERATION Schedule of Events (Dates lie. Events subject to change or cancellation) FEBRUARY 1984

MARCH 1984

2·3

1984 USGF American Classic (W) San Francisco r 6- 17

Sem nd Elite Zo ne Meet TBA Various Sit es

APRIL 1984

S-6 NCAA Women's Championships Los Angeles, CA

17· 18

McDonald's American Cup New York, NY

1984 USGF US Cia'5ic (W) Niagara Falls, NY

MAY 1984

4- 6 Rhythmic Gymnast ics Natio nal

USA vs China Dual Meet ' San Franciso

6- 7

Class 1 Regional Chanlpio nships TBA Various Sites

junior Olympic National Chanlpionships (W) Los Angeles. CA

1.~· 1 4

Imernational Mixed Pairs Allentown, PA

23·24 Class 1 State Champio nships TBA Various Sites

18·20

NCAA Men's Champio nships Los Angeles, CA

17· 18

First EUte Zone Meet TBA Various Sites

12·14

Championships Atlam ic City, Nj Class 1 EasternlWestern Championships (W) TBA 10- 12

JUNE

1984

I-3 1984 USGF OlympiC Trials (MIW Artistic) jack..onville, FL I S· 17 1984 USGF Rh}1hmic Gymnastics

Olympic Trials Arlancic Ciry, N .J .

22-24 Junior Olympic Boy's Nationals

A tbuquerque, N.M.

McDonald's Championships of the USA (MIW) Chicago. IL USGF Technical Journal

Zero Vault Reviewed; Rule Retained MINUTES JUNIOR BOARD 1983 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS MEETING EUGENE, OREGON

The meeting was called to order by Chairman Robert Cowan at 7:30 a.m. but a 15 minute rece ss was called due to a change in the meeting room to allow everyone to find the location . Working from a prepared agenda the items were discussed and voted on in numerical order. Each of the Regional Directors reported on progress and activities in their respective Region s. Various formats are used in each Region to determine and administrate the Regional meet to be effective financially and fun for the gymnasts. All of the Regions continue to experience growth. Present at the 7:45 roll call: Region I- Rich Boccia (replacing Hal Frey) Region II - Hideo Micoguchi Region VI-Dave March (proxy) Region III-Robert Cowan Region VII-Larry Moyer Region IV-Stan Atkinson Region VIII-Gene Watson Region V-Ray Gura Region IX-Pat Shane also present were Tom Gardner, Yoichi Tomita , Dr. Bob McKelvain, George Beckstead , Ed Burch and Mr. Mas Watanabe. Other interested persons came and went with no voice and no vote.

Each of the standing committees made a report on any work completed in the past 8 months. The Publications committee under Pat Shane will begin updating the Rules and Policies book immediately with distribution slated for Congress. The Awards committee chairman, Robert Cowan, reported that meda ls from Medallic Arts will cost the same next season. The Compulsory committee under the direction of Chairman Ed Burch has begun formulating the compu lsory for the next quadrennium, 1985-88. Input from the coaches is desired. Ray Gura gave a ve ry detailed report on the result s of the testing and a very positive attitude seems to be the concensus. The next item of business was proposed Rule cha nges. The zero vault was reviewed once again and it was decided to retain the rule. The Class II qualifying score was raised to 95. Th e Class I qualifying score was left at 95. Th e Jr. Elite qualifying score was lowered to 102. Scores to State and Regional are set at the appropriate level. Thi s action was taken in lieu of a very limiting format with limited numbers from each Region with additional at large positions based on score. The Reg ional Director form at for election was re viewe d by Robert Cowan in order that a uniform manner of election without possibility of lack of credibi lity is ensured. A reminder that the Frank Cumiskey award for 1984 will be voted on at the Congress and the possibility of recognizing more coaches or other deserving persons than the cu rrent procedure allows. The next items of discussion we re the formation of a Technical newsletter which would offset the loss of the USGF Technical Bulletin wh ich appeared to be defunct. Also, the newsletter would be written in a non-scientific jargon for easier assimilation by coaches with a nontechnical background. Mr. Mas Watanabe will be the technical ed itor. Dr. Bob McKelvain who is the Sports Psychology liason to the Junior program will edit the Sports Sciences area. Robert Cowan will cover all Junior Program items. Dr. McKelvain wil l coordinate the newsletter for the first three issues. The newsletter wi ll be published every two months. The next item was the formation of a compulsory committee for the next quadrennium. Jon Culbertson will be the liaison from the NGJA and Ed Burch will chair the committee. A Class V program will be added and compu lsory for Class V, IV and III will be written in the near future . Core elements for Class IJ and I will be determined as soon as the new Olympic compulsory parts become available. Distribution is hoped by June. USGF Technical Journal

It was discussed and voted to have each state meet conducted by the first weekend In May. The Regional meet must be conducted by the fourth weekend In May. This will allow for an earlier Nat/onals If necessary and the Nat/onal Meet Director more lead time. The next item of business was a raport by Dr. McKelvain on the newly formed Sports Psychology I Sciences Committee for the Junior Program . Most of th e work done in the past has been at the Senior leve l. Dr. McKelvain has recruited a group of vol unteers who will be able to provide data on the psychological implications of gymnastics as well as the physiological for jun ior age boys. Under new business, Larry Moyer had requested that agenda time be devoted to the discussion of a Junior Boys budget and other items. Mr. Watanabe spoke on the Budget situation and informed the Board that it had been submitted to Mike Jacki and he felt ve ry good about its implementation Also at this time, it was pOinted out that Mike Jacki had given approval to the spending of monies to provide regional representation of judges at the National Championships. Thi s was due primarily to the exhausting work of Hideo Mizoguchi and George Beckstead. Working closely together they put together the best travel and lodging package possible for the judges. George was instrumental in commun ication and selecting the judges on their experience and knowledge in the junior program. The results were outstanding and both men are to be commended. Other new business items were concerned with having the USGF pay the Regional Directors way to Congress as this is a required meeting and is an imposi tion for some club owners and directors . Another item was discussion of limiting the season for competition . It was discussed and voted to have each state meet conducted by the first weekend in May. The Regional meet must be conducted by the 4th weekend in May. This wil l allow for an earlier Nationals if necessary and the National Meet Director more lead time. The cooperation of the coaches and some of the Regional Directors is appalling in regard to National entrys and the protocol involved. Th e Regional Clinics will be held th e weekends of Nov 11-12 or No v 18-19. The Junior Coaching staff along with Mr. Watanabe wi ll conduct the nine Regional clinics. Additionally, Mr. Watanabe has scheduled and received preliminary approval for the conduction of thre e Regional Development clinics at the United States Olympic Training Center for November and December of 1984. Tentative plans call for the selection by the Regional Director of ten (10) gymnasts to travel at their own expense to the Springs for a week long camp. Three regions would attend at a time. The Regional Director would have to schedule with Mr. Watanabe when th ey could come. Once the athletes arrive everything is provided free of charge . The dates are Nov 17 -24 , Nov 24-Dec. 1, and Dec 1-8. The last item of business was the selection of the 1985 meet site. One bid has been submitted and the selection will be made at Cong ress. Mike Willson and Denni s Mcintire have bid for Ohio State University. Respectfully submitted , Robert Cowan Chairman of th e Board 13

Rhythmic Gymnastics Committee Meeting Downers Grove, Illinois Sunday, April 24, 1983 Minutes Th e meeting was ca lled to order by the Chair, Andrea Sc hmid, at 11 :00 am Roll Call

II.

III.

Present :

Dr. Andrea Schmid (Chair), Monika Heilbut , Annelis S. Hoyman, Norma Zabk a (Charter Members); Beverly Bruce, Marina Davidovich, Gwen Hilliard, Patti McCurry, Ellen Nyemcs ik (Regional Chairmen)

Guests:

Jolie Barett e representing Barbara Fester (Region I); Alia Svirskiy; Becky Riti (USGF); Mike Milidonis (Executive Committee representative). Maureen Broderick

National Sports Festival The gymnasts for th e National Sports Festival are selected according to the results at the National Championships.

International Competition A. For the upcoming competition in Sofia (Bulgaria), Vienna (Austria) and Corbei l-Essonne (France) the following persons wi ll repres ent the United States: Gymnasts: Michelle Berube, Lydia Crabtree and Va leri e Zimring Coach: Alia Svirskiy Judge: Andrea Schmid "B.

In relation to a suggestion that the outgoing Regional Chairmen be thanked for their work and contributions during their active term, the matter of having the past Regional Chairmen remain on the Regional Board for another term was discussed. It was moved and seconded "that th e past Regional Chairman remain member of the Regional Board". Motion was passed unanimously. The motion was amended to include "as a nonvoting member"; seconded and voted on. Result :

Th e Chair opened the meeting by extending thanks to the regional chairmen for being present and to the competitors and the Detroit demonstration group.

Coaches selected -a re : Alia Svirskiy, Zinaida Mironov, lIiana Voge laar and Patti McCurry. Piani st of Vogelear. IV.

VIII.

4 votes for

3 votes against 2 abstensions

Th e motion with amendment was passed. IX.

In clOSing the Chair suggested that we urg e people to attend the cong ress in Washington, D.C. (October 6-9, 1983.)

Meeting adjourned at 12:00 pm. Respectfull y submitted Anne lis S. Hoyman for approval by: Secretary, RG Committee

Selection for futu re meets Selection will be based on 40 percent of score achieved at the 1984 National Championships and 60 percent from the National Sports Festival.

Colorado Springs Training Camp Th e date for the training camp is July 3-17, 1983. Th e following gymnasts wi ll be in attendance: Lisa Aaronson , Kim Sti les (Juniors); Michelle Berube, Lydia Crabtree, Va lerie Zimring; Marina Kunyavsky', Sue Sofie, Selina Woolery, Sta cy Oversier, Karen Lyon, Amy Schatz, Wendy Hilliard , Karen Greenblatt, Elizabeth Cull, Terry Bruce, Katherine Lepard, Mavis Atlas and Karla Newell. Th e coaches selected are: Alia Sivirskiy, Zinaida Mironov, lIiana Vogelaa r, and as alternate Marina Da vidovich. Also present will be Dr. Andrea Schmid and Dr. Pepper. Th e position for Manager is open; the deadline for application for this position is May 14, 1983. 'pending on citizenship " Selection fo r 1983 World Championships will be based upon 50% 1983 National Championships and 50% National Sports Festi val. -Sue Ammerman

VI.

Run-off election of chairman for Region VI Since the result was a tie, a run-off election wi ll be cond ucted.

VI I.

International Meet An invitation to an international meet in Israel (June 16-1 9, 1983) includes 3 gymnasts, 1 coach , 1 judge, and 1 pianist. This meet is not covered by USGF; persons who qualify and are interested in partiCipating must find their own sponsor(s) for this meet.

Stacy Oversier was a member of the 1983 Group Team that competed in France for the World Championships. She was also a member of the delegation that competed In the prestigious Wacoallnternationallnvltational. During the 1983 USGF Rhythmic Internalionallnvitational in Orange, California, Oversier performed as an Individual competitor. USGF Technical Journal

RSG Members Converge On Colorado Springs /ndianapo/is Approved For 4 Continents Competition U.S.G.F. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETING June 30/July' 1, 1983 Colorado Springs, Co. Present:

Andrea Schmid, Chairman; Candace Feinberg, Barbara Fester, Alia Svirskiy; Norma Zabka; Sue Ammerman , Exec. Comm. liaison (1 hour); and Becky Riti, USGF Represen tative.

Announcements 1.

In response to our last committee request , th e USGF Executive Comm. and Board of Directors approved our request to have the Olympic Coach , Alia Svirskiy, receive the same remuneration as the artistic gymnastic coaches. $5,000 is the yea rly monetary sum granted. The Athlete 's Association approved having a rhythmic gymnastic representative on their committee. The National Team wi ll elect its representative . Becky Riti will follow-up on the procedure for this selection.

International Invitational , Los Angeles, Aug. 26-27, 1983 Thirt een nations have been invited. To date, four countries have accepted (B ulgaria, Canada, Holl and, and Japan.) Th e U.S. wi ll have 2 teams of 3 plus 1 alternate in each team. Gymnasts:

The first 8 ranked competitors from the National Championships and th e Sports Festi va l wi ll comprise the teams.

Coaches :

Team A-Alia Svirskiy Team B-Zina Mironov

Referee:

Mde. Rinaldi to be invited. If the invitation is declined, Andrea Schmid will be named Meet Referee

Judges

Ten judges needed. When a final count of the number of acceptances is made, judges from the US will be selected from the following-Andrea Schmid, Norma Zabka, Ellen Nyemcsik, Annelis Hoyman, Helena Greenhouse, Candace Feinberg, Barbara Fester. Lin e judges will be appointed from ce rtifi ed judges who are present.

Japanese Invitational Tournament-Sept. 10-25, 1983 All expenses for this meet will be borne by the Japanese Federation. Th ey have in vited 2 individual gymnasts , 6 group gymnasts and 3 coaches / judges. Coaches:

Alia Svirskiy and Zina Mironoy

Judges:

Norma Zabka (if att ending W.C. then schedule will not permit attendance at this meet) or Ellen Nyemscik.

USGF Technical Journal

World Championships-Strasbourg, France-Nov. 10-13, 1983 Delegation will cons ist of: Group gymnasts 8 (6 pl us 2 alternates) Individual 4 (3 plus 1 alternate) Final selection for the above will be made at the Oct. 24-Nov. 5 Training Camp by A. Schmid , A. Svirskiy, and Z. Mironov* Coaches Alia Svirskiy, Head Coach Zina Mironov Alternate: Roza Li vakova Pianist / Mgr. Jacquot Vogelaar Andrea Schmid Judges Norma Zabka Hea d of Delegation And rea Schmid *If #4 ranked gymnast is not selected for the group rout ine, she will automatically become an individual alternate. No one ranked below #8 will be named as an individual alternate.

Equipment and Uniforms A. Svirskiy reported that uniforms to be provided by are still pending.

Asks

Mr. Sasaki, president of Sasaki has agreed to supply our team with equipment. We will request the following per gymnast: 2 ribbons wi th regular stick 4 ropes 2 ribbons with super stick 3 prs. of clubs, if plastic 5 hoops 21 prs. of slippers 2 hoop cases 3 balls

Rhythmic Cup-Brazil (last week in July) To ensure fina ncial support for our World Championship team, the International Program Comm. recomm ends not accepting thi s invitation. 1983 National Championships No financial report has been received . Becky Riti to contact Nora Hitzel for this information. 1984 National Championships Bid forms available from Becky Rit i. Four Continents Championship Indianapolis has been approved as the site of this meet by th e USGF and the Indianapolis Sport Corporation. Date to be confirmed with FIG. Coaches and Judges Course After discussion, it was decided that the date for this course should be changed from after the 1984 Four Continents to after the Olympic Games. IOC Sol-darity Funds are to be sought through our Olympic Committee to fund this event. In addition , we must make a request that this wi ll be a Continental Judges ' Course. Approval for this must come from FIG . General Discussion followed regarding the pros and cons of inviting a Korean citizen residing in Los Angeles. To make a final deCision, the following must be done: Alia Svirskiy to send co rrespondence to Becky Riti 2. Becky Riti to check M. Jacki if funds are a problem 3. Becky Riti to check USGF off ice re precedence for this sort of thing In connection wi th the use of judges at the International Invitational, only the US will have more than one judge. One of the purposes of this meet is to provide as much experi ence for our US gymnasts and officials as possible. Next meeting of International Program Comm. to be held Aug. 23, which is just prior to the International Invitational in Los Angeles. Respectfully submitted, Norma B. Zabka

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