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Inside This Issue

April 1991, Volume 11, No.2 School, Community.

Publisher Mike Jacki Director of Educational Services Stephen W. Whitlock Production Luan Peszek United States Gymnastics Federation Board Of Directors Executive Director: Mike Ja cki; President: Mike Donahu e; President Emeritus: Bud Wilkinson; Athlete Representatives: Brian Babcock, chair; Wend y Hilliard, vice chai r; LindaKardos- Barnett, sec; Kell y Garri son; Tim Daggett; Jim Hartung; Michelle Dusserre; Karyn Lyo n; Peter Vidma r, USOC Athleti c Adv isory Council; Amateur Athletic Union: Julie Sickels; American Sokol Or,ganization: Jerry Milan; American Turners: Bruno Klaus; Junior Boys Gymnastics Coaches Association: Bill Foster; Men's Elite Coaches Association: Fred Roethlisberger; National Association for Girls and Women in Sports: Dr. Mimi Murra y; National Asso· ciation of Co lle~i a t e Gymnastics Men: Abie Grossfeld; 'lational AssoCiation of Collegiate Gymnastics Women: ail Davis; National Association of Women's Gymnastics ldpes: Yvonne Hod ge; National Collegiate Athletic Asso· cialton: Cheryl Levick, Da ve Mickelson; National Federa· tion of State High SchoolAssociations: Sharon Wilch,Susa n True; National Gymnastics Judges Association: Harry Bjerke; National High School Gymnastics Coaches Asso· clation: Jo hn Brinkworth; National Jewish Welfare Board: Courtney Shanken; Rhythmic Coaches Association: Suzie DiTullio; Special Olympics, Inc.: Kate Faber; u.s. Association of Independent Gym Club: L1 nce Crowley; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Women: Mary Wright. Chere Hoffman; U.S. Sports Acrobatics Federation: Joe Schab· acker; Young Men's Christian Association: Rick Dodson; USGF National Membership Representatives: Men's: Dave Strobel, Bob Wuornos; Women's: Joa n Moore Ri ce, Jeff Metzger; Rhythmic: Marina Da vidovich, Jolie Barretta .

United States Gymnastics Federation Executive Committee President: Mike Donahue; Secretary: Mike Mil idonis; Vice President·Women: Sue Ammerman; Vice President-Men: Jim Ho ward; Vice President-Rhythmic: Norma Zabka; Ex· ecutive Director: Mike Jack i; FIG Women'sTechnical Committee: Jackie Fie; FIG Rhythmic TechnicalCommit· tee: And rea Schmid; FIG Men's Technical Committee: Bill Roetzheim; Members·At-Large: Roe Kre ut zer; ancy Marshall; Athl ete Representatives: Linda Kard os Ba rnett , Peter Vidma r, Brian Babcock, Wend y Hilliard; President Emeritus: Bud Wilkinso n.

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Education USGF Professional Development Program .... .... ............ ... ..4 Survey Research Sport Science and Education Survey .... ...... ...... .. ... ......... .. .... 5 Report Alcohol in Sport: Educating Responsible Athletes .. .. ........ ................ ............................................ ..... ........ 7 Preschool/Developmental Motor and Mental Development in Children ... .... ............. . 9

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Women's Recreational New Recreational Competitive Program ........ ... .... ..... ....... 12 Announcement USGF 1991 Summer Coaches Workshops ... ....... ... ..... .... ... 13 1991 USGF Congress Information, Schedule, Registration ......... ... .... ... ..... ..... ...... 14 1991 World Championships Information Overview .... ..... ... .. ..................... .............. ... ........ .... .. .. ...... ... ... 17 Ticket Order Form ...... ........... ....................... .. ... ....... .. .... .. .. ... 19 Fan Spectator Housing Form ... ..... ..... ... ... ..... ... ........ ........ .. .. 21 Club 91 .. ........... ... .............. .. .... .. ........ .... ......... .... ... .... .... .......... 23 Tumbles Feature ......... .. .... ... ....... .... ... .. ..... ..... ....... ............... .. 25 Opening Ceremonies ........ ............. ... .. ..... ...... ... .. ...... .. .... .. .... 26 Who's Who ..... ... .. ...... .. ......... .......... ........ .. ............ ... ..... ....... ... 27 Welcome to Indianapolis ..... ........... ... ... ..... .... ......... ........ ..... . 28 World Championships Merchandise .. ..... ..... ..... ... ... .... .... ... 32 Announcement Spring Dance Workshops .. .. .......... ............... ............... ....... .. 33 Minutes & Reports RPC, Colorado Springs, 2/16/91 ............ ... ... .... ...... ..... .... ... 34 RTC, Colorado Springs 2/15-17/ 91 ........... .... ... ... ......... ..... . 35 FIG/RSG TC ....... .... ......... ...... ... ..... ........... ..... ... ....... ..... ....... ... 36 Women's J.O. Technical Handbook .... ... ..... .... .. ....... .... .. ..... 38 FIG/New Elements ....................... .......... .... ... .... ...... .......... ... 40 WTC, Dallas, 1/ 11-12/ 91 .. ........... ...... ... .... .. .. .. ... .... ...... .... ... .42 WEPC Conference Call, 1/9/91 .............. ...... ..... .. .. .. .... ... .... 44 MPC, Colorado Springs, 11/30-12/1/91 .... ...... .. ........ ...... .45 MPC Conference Call, 1/31/ 91 ........ .... .......... .... ................ .47 USGF Safety Certification Course Schedule ..... ..... ...... .... ..48

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Editorial

USGP Professional Development Program

-----Dave Moskovitz USCF Coaching Education Coordinator EDUCATION

INFORMATION

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USGF COACHES EDUCATION

Coaches' education is the vital link between training techniques and the athlete. It is through the educational process that a potential coach learns the skills of his/her trade.

ducation is a commitment. It is a commitment first from the educator and second from the educated. The educator has the duty and responsibility to provide a program which encompasses the entire range of knowledge and skills necessary for the success of the student. The program must be structured and delivered in such a way as to promote participation, encourage achievement and increase the pertinent knowledge base of the students. Second, students are expected to work to the best of their ability in several critical areas which represent a reciprocal type of commitment. Students should diligently apply themselves in order to assimilate all the information which is presented, as well as to go beyond that point and seek out additional related bodies of information. The student should provide feedback for the instructor, both in content and presentation. Finally, the student should be an advocate of the educational program. The USGF, as the National Governing Bod y for the sport of gymnastics, has the duty and responsibility to provide an educational program for U.S. gymnastics coaches. Coaches' education is the vital link between training techniques and the athlete. It is through the educational process that a potential coach learns the skills of his / her trade. The National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) and The National Association for Girls and Women in Sport (NAGWS) suggest that coaching education programs include topic areas such as: philosophy, sport psychology, sport physiology, sports medicine, sports management, apd legal issues relating to coaching. Without specific training in these areas the coach is handicapped and his / her growth and success as a professional is always stunted. The USGF Professional Development Program is the new coaches' education program being developed and implemented for gymnastics coaches. The Professional Development Program is being headed by a National Coordinator working in the USGF Department of Educational Services. Beginning with surveys at various educa tional workshops in 1990, input for the structure and scope of the program has been solicited from the professional membership. The dynamic na ture of coaches' education will require input from many sources including coaches from all levels and disciplines, professional educators and sports scientists. We anxiously anticipate the exchange of information and ideas for the formation and implementation of coaches' education for gymnastics professionals.

In preparation for the implementation of this most important program, we are committed to: 1. Developing educational manuals, programs and other materials necessary for the education of gymnastics coaches. 2. Establishing coaching clinics and workshops which will result in the accreditation of all levels of gymnastics coaches and instructors. 3. Assisting in the performance of national, regional, and state camps designed to disseminate gymnastics knowledge. 4. Helping in the promotion and d evelopment of coaching gymnastics throughout the u.s. 5. Maintaining communication between the USGF, Professional Development Program, schools, clubs and institutions and accredited coaches throughout the United States.

In order to accomplish these tasks, experts in each of the program topic areas have been identified. These individuals will be engaged in a process of continually reviewing materials that are produced for the program. At this point they have critiqued the structural outline of the program. Each discipline will have manuals and texts relative to the specific skills in their respective events. Additionally, coaches will have the opportunity to work their way up through the ranks in a structured, step-level program. Achievement will be recognized by accreditation within the multi-level educational system of the Professional Development Program. The levels will accommodate coaches from the beginning level instructor to the elite international coach. It is the goal of the USGF to have all gymnastics coaches and instructors participate. The USGF Board of Directors has established the Professional Development Program as a central objective for the United States Gymnastics Federation. The need for quality coaches who have the tools to succeed has been recognized nationwide. From Little League baseball to professional basketball, coaches are expected to be technical geniuses, psychologists, part-time parents and winners. Recognizing these requirements and in anticipation of the future of youth sport, the United States Olympic Committee has established coaches' education as a priority for the next two quadrenniums. The next five years leading up to the Olympic Games in Atlanta will indeed be an exciting journey. Along the way, we will see the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships in Indianapolis and the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona. We must all remember that in order to achieve our international golds (goals), we must start at the foundation - a well prepared, well-educated and professional coach. April - Jun e 1991 TECHNIQUE

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Coaches Education

Survey of Coaches Sport Science and Education he role of sport science information in the coaching of gymnastics has gone largely unresearched. The development and communication of research pertinent to coaches and athletes is not a simple task. Often, the pace of research is so slow tha t coaches and athletes answer training and performance questions before the scientists, simply by trial and error. The direction of research in sport science and medicine is often determined by the scientists and not the coaches. This can be a particularly severe handicap with regard to dealing with and solving real training problems. Secondarily, the translation of scientific information to understandable and applicable training information is also difficult. Simplification of some scientific information can only go so far before it becomes misleading or downright false. The nature of information needed by various sport governing bodies has been investigated (Blimkie & Botterill, 1979). The principle information sought by NGBs, as indicated in this study, was that of injury prevention and detection. Personal conversations with a former Japanese women's Olympian and recent coach indicates that in Japan there is a lack of communication between the sport scientists and the coaches. The Japanese scientists pursue projects that interest them, regardless of the needs of coaches and athletes. The same can be said for much sport science work in the United States. The U.S. Olympic Committee has worked very hard to get and use N GB informa tion regarding what is needed in each particular sport area with regard to research and development. The use of sport science information and education by gymnastics coaches has not been intensively researched. A survey of U.S. Elite Coaches Association for women (USECA) members was cond ucted d uring July, August, and September of 1990 with three informa tion ga thering goals. One of these goals was information regarding the consumption of sport science information. The survey consisted of mailed question books, instructions, a computer dot sheet for answers, and a return self-addressed and stamped envelope.

Results The survey was returned by 110 coaches. This represents approximately 45% of the total membership of the USECA. Responses were given in a five point Likert type scale. The levels of responses were: strongly agree, agree, no opinion, disagree, and strongly disagree. Responses that were uncodable are included as unkown. TECHNIQUE January - March 1990

Demographics The characteristics of the respondents are shown in Tables 1-6. Table 1 THE COACHES' HIGHEST LEVEL OF COACHING ACHIEVEMENT Level Percentage Olympic/World/Pan Am Teams 17.3 U.s. Senior National Team 13.6 U.S. Junior A National Team 10.0 U.s. Junior B National Team 10.0 U.s. Age Group Level 9-10 38.2 Unknown 10.9 Table 2 AGE Range 15-24 years 25-34 years 35-44 years 45-54 years 55 years or older Unknown

Percentage 45.5 37.3 14.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 Table 3 SEX

Gender Male Female

Percentage 73.6 6.4 Table 4 YEARS COACHING

Range 4 years or less 5-9 years 10-19 years 20-29 years 30 years or more Unknown

Percentage 0.9 11.8 61.8 24.5 0.0 0.9

Table 5 HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION Degree LSchooling Percentage Did not complete High School 0.0 High School 12.7 Bachelors Degree 60.9 Masters Degree 20.0 Doctoral Degree 4.5 Unknown 1.8 Table 6 YEARS COACHING ELITE GYMNASTS Range Percentage No Elite Yet 24.5 4 or less years 33.6 5 to 9 years 26.4 10 to 19 years 10.9 20 years or more 0.0 Unknown 4.5

William A. Sands, Ph.D.

Department of Exercise and Sport Science University of Utah

Table 7

Several items were included to determine educational and scientific information consumption by these coaches. These items are shown below. Numbers are percentages of respondents. Item 6.

The USGP should provide more coaching education programs so that lower level programs can compete more successfully with the programs constantly at the top. Strongly Agree 46.4

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Agree 31.8

No Opinion 11 .8

Disagree 10.0

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.0 0.0

Sport science publications and seminars can help me improve my training and coaching of athletes. Strongly Agree 63.6

Agree 31.8

No Opinion 1.8

Disagree 1.8

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.0 0.9

Item 17. Sports medicine can help me improve my coaching and training of athletes. Strongly Agree 56.4

Agree 36.4

No Opinion 5.5

Disagree 0.9

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.0 0.9

Item 18. I use sport science information, obtained from the USGP publications and/ or USGP seminars and congresses, to improve my coaching. Strongly Agree 57.3

Agree 36.4

No Opinion 4.5

Disagree 1.8

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.0 0.0

Item 20. My gymnastics program could be more competitive if I could find more qualified gymnastics teachers and coaches. Strongly Agree 44.5

Agree 35.5

No Opinion 10.0

Disagree 10.0

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.0 0.0

Item 21. I have trouble competing with other programs because I have to train my staff on top of my other duties. Strongly Agree 17.3

Agree 35.5

No Opinion 19.1

Disagree 22.7

Strongly Disagree Unknown 4.5 0.9

Item 38. The USGP should develop a "Coaches Academy" to train U.S. coaches so that good coaches are more available. Strongly Agree 44.5

Agree 37.3

No Opinion 11.8

Disagree 5.5

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.9 0.0

Item 41. If a "National Program" of training were developed, proved, and available, I would be willing to change my training practices to follow the "National Program." Strongly Agree 36.4

Agree 47.3

No Opinion 11.8

Disagree 3.6

Strongly Disagree Unknown 0.0 0.0

Discussion and Conclusion This informa tion strongly suggests tha t USECA members are very avid consumers of sport science information. The information also shows that they not only seek the information but that it also makes its way into their coaching practices. Secondarily, the information points to a desire for more education and information to come from the USGP. The support for a "Coaches Academy" was quite high with 81.8% of the respondents indicating a desire for the USGP to develop one. The education of coaches also appears to be a very important issue. The respondents (79.7%) indicated that they could be more competitive if they could find more qualified coaches. Finally, a willingness to follow training program prescriptions may be large. Item 41 showed that 83.7% of the respondents would follow a

"National Program" if it was developed, proved, and available. The stickiest word in that qualification is "proved." However, the apparent desire for education and sport science information may indicate that these coaches are vigorous consumers of information that will make them better coaches. This may indicate that adoption of tested and verified sport science training information would find an easy adoption process with USECA coaches.

References Blimkie, C. J. K , & Botterill, C. (1979). Report on the survey of national sport governing bodies' sport science needs. Canadian TournaI of Applied Sport Sciences, 1(3), 230-234.

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Alcohol in Sport: Educating Responsible Athletes his seminar was held at the U.s. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo., January 17-20, 1991. The purpose ofthe seminar was to bring together representatives of USOC member organizations and provide a forum for the presentation of the latest information on alcohol use in sport. The four day program was organized by the USOC Divisions of Sports Medicine and Sports Science with coordination by the USOC Department of Educational Services. The lecture and workshop program featured several keynote speakers, all noted experts from around the country. The format of the seminar varied from lecture to workshop to small group discussion. The major concern of those in attendance was the true and accurate effect of alcohol on a thletic performance. Once tha t effect is recognized, administrators can move forward in the creation of functional alcohol and drug policies, educational programs and referral systems for treatment.

Key Information Gary Forrest, Ed.D., Ph.D., in his presentation, "Alcoholism, Alcohol Abuse and Responsible Drinking," discussed a variety of statistics which have been compiled. Some facts on alcohol w hich are important for us as gymnastics professionals include: • 1 in 10 Americans will develop a drinking problem • 25% of children in grades 7 -12 drink weekly • Nearly 100% of problem drinkers were at one time a responsible alcohol user • Approximately 60% of college students are periodic alcohol abusers. Finally, Dr. Forrest provided a working definition for the responsible use of alcohol: consuming alcohol in a way that is not injurious to the physical, spiritual, psychological, interpersonal, legal or spiritual well-being of the drinker or others. From the data which Dr. Forrest presented, it was obvious that there are severe drinking problems in the United States and that these problems are not limited to adults. Christopher Carr, M.s., discussed his efforts in working with resident athletes at the Training Center in his presentation, "What are the Effective Components of Alcohol Education?" Throughou t his research, he found that ed uca tion programs which present recovered alcoholics or drug users, even celebrities, are NOT effective in educating athletes. Furthermore, over the last 13 years, studies have shown that athletes (high school age) now use MORE alcohol than nonTECHNIQUE April - June 1991

athletes. Mr. Carr stressed that for an alcohol education program to be effective the athletes Dave Moskovitz themselves must be involved in its creation and USGF Department of implementation. Programs which use peer influ- Educational Services ence, role playing and positive peer pressure seem to be the most effective, while those that present knowledge only (lecture) are least effective. In addition, strategies which assist in reducing stress, building self-esteem, providing role models and developing decision-making skills are all components of effective alcohol education programs. Al Petitpas, Ed.D., spoke on, "Alcohol Education: Implications for Amateur Sport." He listed several critical areas which increase pressure on athletes: Prevalence Graph 1. High visibility and pressure to perAlcohol form at superior levels Marajuana 2. Vulnerable to criticism from coaches, p""lence / / ~ Amphetamines fans, parents and , I Use the media ~_ olhers 3. High social needs 4. Highneedforpeer acceptance 12 19 Age 5. Separa tion from family and other social supports Graph 1 6. High risk takers with feelings of invulnerability 7. Continual threats from injury, the selection process and retirement. These pressures, when put in combination, The purpose of the increase the risk of athletes for use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. seminar was to As part of the structure of the weekend semibring together nar, several group workshops were conducted. Each workshop was part of one of three tracks: representatives of Policy, Ed uca tion and Trea tment. We had a choice USOC member as to which workshop to attend. One popular workshop in the Education Track, organizations and led by Dr. William Frankenstein, identified three provide a forum for critical areas in educating adolescents about alcohol: the presentation of 1. No amount of knowledge can prevent alcohoi use the latest informa2. Cannot separate alcohol use /abuse from the other drugs, but alcohol remains the tion on alcohol use biggest problem in sport. 3. Coaches can and should be involved AND they can and should be competent (regarding alcohol education and information). The use of alcohol by adolescents, even though it is illegal, increases with age and is by far the 7

most used / abused drug. (see Graph 1) To assume that athletes do not use alcohol or that they have the skills to use alcohol responsibly is not only dangerous but could be fatal. Part of the difficulty in dealing with responsible drinking is the pressure which adolescent athletes must deal with on a daily basis. (Figure 1) These pressures can tum an athlete to the use of alcohol and other drugs in order to avoid conflict and/or reduce stress. In like fashion the coach can be influenced. These pressures may be subtle, as with peers or parents, or they can become overwhelming, like dealing with real life. (Figure 2)

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Summary Alcohol is a dangerous drug; it has longlasting physiological effects on performance. It

slows reaction time, slows sprinting speed, decreases endurance and weakens the pumping force of the heart. Due to the nature of our sport it is imperative that everyone involved, including coaches, athletes and officials, understand the effects of alcohol. There are basically three categories of alcohol users: those that would never use, those that would use no matter what, and those that do not use because of penalties. Policies and sanctions are necessary in order to benefit and deal with the third group. Each club and team should examine their own rules and policies relative to drugs and alcohol. Are they effective or are they just so many words on a piece of paper? Alcohol use, especially by adolescents, seriously decreases an athlete's and coach's ability to function optimally. As gymnastics professionals we can never assume that a societal problems can or will pass by our athletes. The problems that are associated with the use of alcohol can be so subtle that we do not recognize them immediately. But, through the proper training and education, we can identify potential and existing problems, educate athletes on responsible use, and refer abusers to the proper treatment. Coaches have the opportunity, as key role models, to effectively implement programs for alcohol and drug education. For a list of presenters and additional information on alcohol education, please contact the USGF Department of Educational Services.

1992 Safety Certification Mandate MEMO TO: FROM: DATE: RE:

USGF Professional Membership Steve Whitlock, Director ofEd uca tiona I Services & Safety January 10, 1991 SAFETY CERTIFICATION MANDATE FOR 1992

Please be advised that the mandate for Safety Certification for USGF professional members has been extended for 1992. As of January 1, 1992, all coaches, judges and officials participating in the following USGF sanctioned competitions must be Safety Certified. This includes: 1. For the Women's Program: A. The competitions where Safety Certification is

mandated include: J.O. (Level 10) National Championships. U.S. and American Classic Nationals. U.s. Championships. All other elite national and international competitions. B. Coaches include: Any USGF professional coach participating in any of these competitions. C. Judges /official requirement: All women's judges that are assigned to any of the above competitions.

2. For the Men's Program: A. The competitions where Safety Certification is mandated include: JO National Championships. Senior Elite Regionals. U.s. National Championships. All other elite national and international competitions. B. Coaches include: Any USGF professional coach participating in any of these competitions. C. Judges /official requirement. All men's judges that are assigned to any of the above competitions. 3. For the Rhythmic Program: A. The competitions where Safety Certification is mandated include: Regional Class I Competitions. National Championships. All other elite national and international competitions. B. Coaches include: Any USGF professional coach participating in any of these competitions. C. Judges /official requirement. All rhythmic jjudges that are assigned to any 0 the above competitions. April - June 1991 TECHNIQUE

Preschool/Developmental

Motor and Mental Development in Children Editor's Note: The following article has been adapted from: Summary, Sports' Leaders For Children and Youn~ People, prepared by the FIG General Gymnastics Technical Committee. This publication was the complement to the documentation from the FIG General Gymnastics course at Lillsved, Sweden in June 1986 and then also used during the course in 1989.

Motor Development The development and function ability (i.e. sporting skill) of children depends On an interaction between genetic prerequisites, degree of maturity, milieu factors and learning (training). Certain motor skills have little dependence on external factors . For instance the ability to seize objects and to walk and run. In this case, development follows a strict pattern. Other skills, for instance sport activities of different kinds, demand special training and become highly dependent On the milieu. Differences in genetic prerequisites, as well as differences in growing up conditions, give large variations in capacity. Besides that, there are considerable differences between children during the maturity development, which means that children of the same age can show a difference of several years in "biological age," without this factor necessarily meaning any differences of capacity as an adult. The reader should bear in mind, that also with this very rough classification, there are quite normal children, who are so early or so late in their maturity process, that the description does not fit.

Preschool Ages After having been in the care of grown-ups, during their first years, the normal preschool aged child has developed to a rather independent individual with good motor and language ability. By learning to control larger parts of his / her environment, the child increases the possibilities of contact and interaction with other people. Motor development and ability become more and more important for the total development of the child. During the preschool period, children have a very strong need for physical activity. At this age it is natural to move, to play and to relax. On the other hand, they can find it very tiring to have to sit still. In play, the child seeks large exercises such as running, jumping, etc. It is seldom necessary to motivate children of this age for activity. It is more a question of taking good care of the spontaneous interest and making meaningful TECHNIQUE April- Jun e 1991

development possible. From walking, the children during this period learn to run. Atthe age of about six the child can run with rather good speed even if his/ her running ability is not yet fully developed. Coordination ability (interaction between nerves and muscles) develops, for instance, the abilities to jump and balance. The child learns to jump from a small obstacle with both feet at the same time and to jump and stand On one leg. At six years of age many children can learn to walk (balance) On a beam. The ability to kick a ball or to throw an object with one hand is well developed by the age of six. At the age of three many children can catch a big ball. At six the ball can be caught directly with the hands and many children can even bounce a ball several times. Children in preschool need considerably longer time than grown-ups to comprehend a visual impression, to make a correct decision and to execute the movement. This is something which has great importance for motor ability. Of special weight in this connection is the child's near environment. At this age, children must have the possibility to build a comprehensive repertoire - a "library" of movements with which they can meet new challenges and make further development. Movements which are learned correctly (which become automatized at this age) can be repeated later without great problems. It is, therefore, of greatest importance what has been learned and trained during these years. Also, incorrectly trained movements get automatized and follow the same pattern. This puts large demands on parents, teachers and leaders. It is necessary to create conditions and give impulses to a varied body activity where coordination ability gets trained. Examples of such exercises are rolling, jumping, crawling, balancing and running. Simple ball-exercises, playing in water, as well as exercises and playing in open air, have their given place. Sport training, as a preparation for competition, should be avoided at these ages. The children have not yet reached a level of maturity that they can execute such activities in a correct way as are demanded in different sport branches. To train a special sport branch is, therefore, not suitable. It is a especially unsuitable if you demand the children to make correct executions of the exercises. The risk for wrong learning is large. The children can also get tired because there is nO progress. But this should not prevent you from letting the children try different kinds of sport. In the form of playing and with a well adapted degree of difficulty, they can even de9

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velop good skills, for instance in skating, skiing, ball-exercises and swimming. Children must have the opportunity to try at their own tempo. The instructor's task will be to see to it that the activity is all around and varied, that the challenges get individually adapted and that security is good. Training of different sport branches with the prepared training programs have no place at all for children in this age. They have to discover and try a number of varied and fantasy stimulating exercises and activities in a stimulating milieu. The aim is to achieve an all around repertoire of automatized movements. Basic skills like jumping, running, rolling, balancing, throwing and catching are very important.

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As you will see, it is much more difficult to give age borders related to mental development compared to physical development. Despite this, we have tried to give an approximate age classification as often as possible. We have divided the mental development for children and youth into the following categories: • Intellectual development • Emotional development* • Personality development* * These will be discussed in a later article. Intellectual development. It is not until the beginning of the teenage period that the children have passed all phases of intellectual development. Their thinking then, in principal, is that of an adult. They are now able to discuss and evalua te different sta temen ts a bou t the reali ty, to see an incident from more than one perspective, to understand metaphors, satires and irony. After this period, there is an intellectual development in the form of deeper knowledge and experience. Emotional development. It is also essential for teachers to know about the emotional development of children, to be able to understand how they experience different situations and why they react as they do. Personality development. The personality is built on emotions as well as intellect. To achieve a positive personality development, it is essential that the adults support development of real independence of the children. This can best be done in an emotional climate characterized by frankness and emotional warmth. 10

Intellectual Development By intellectual development, we mean such mental development, which has something to do with thinking. Intellectual development is characterized by language development, increased ability to remember, development of perception, the ability to reason in a logical way and to develop conceptions, as well as the ability to think and form personal opinions. Characteristic of intellectual development is that children first develop an ability to handle concrete conceptions such as handling a ball and / or racket, and, successively, the ability to understand more abstract conceptions. Gradually the child gets better control over his / her surroundings by way of memory, conceptions, the ability to create conceptions, language use, and the ability to think abstractly. Language has an important role in intellectual development. The child's knowledge gradually increases as the child learns the language. In this section, we divide intellectual development into different age phases. It should be emphasized, however, that all children have individual developmental curves. Children of the same age can, therefore, be in different phases of development without this difference necessarily remaining as they continue to mature.

Preschool age characteristics: • The child is egocentric In the beginning of this period, the child experiences the surroundings from his / her own self perspective. This means that the child in the preschool age, to a very high degree, starts out from him/ herself when describing his/her surroundings. If you ask a child "Who is going to take a bath?" or, "Why is the sun shining?"the child may answer: "Because I am going to take a bath." • The child has difficulty comprehending totality Totality is seldom in the child's comprehension of reality. For instance, if the child looks at a basketball game, he/ she does not comprehend that an attack combination consists of passes between several players in a certain pattern. Each pass forming the attack is comprehended separately. The child does not understand that there is a combination - the totality is not obvious. If the child itself is acting, you can see the lack of totality comprehension through the child' s inability to understand his / her own role in relation to others. In team games the child has difficulties to see, which of the teammates is best placed to receive a pass. • The child has difficulty putting new impressions in their right relationship The child copies and imitates expressions and gestures which they do not yet understand. They use words in a wrong way. It seems as if children, during the first years, are fully occupied catching new impressions and building up new conceptions. To put these conceptions into the right relation comes, but later on. April -June 1991 TECHNIQUE

Older children's and grown-up's actions influence children to a high degree. If you, for instance, play hide-and-seek with a little child, you can be quite sure that the child will hide at the same place that you used when you hid. The same thing happens if you tell a group of children that they may have "free time" and that everybody can do as they wish. If then, you start to do exercises, it will not be long until all the children are copying your actions. • The child is adjusted for action At this age, children want to test what they see and hear. If you show them a new movement, let them try it at once. Questions about how the movement shall be done comes automatically later on. • The child has difficulty learning by experience Children have difficulty realizing what they have just experienced. The child very well remembers the earlier situation, but does not let it influence the next action. At the ages of 5-7, the ability to think develops so that the child can reason and utilize earlier experiences, but you have to still use concrete situations, when you reason with children. • The child is uncertain about relationships Adult logic and understanding of the coherence between cause and effect does not exist for the little child. The child believes that situations happening at the same time are caused by each other. Example: The ice-cream truck always comes when we eat. The ability to think abstractly and to use symbols, starts at the age of 1-2 years, parallel with the development of the language. It is not until the teenage period, tha t children can think in abstract terms, without using concrete conceptions and real objects. The development of the ability to think abstractly is a very important part of intellectual development.

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• The child mixes time and space Time relations are uncertain for small children. They believe that time goes fast when they have fun and are active, and slower when it's boring. The little child mixes time and space (room). Time to go to bed is not a certain time but rather when the child is actually in the bedroom. • The child has difficulty understanding time/ speed relationships The conception of time, sequences and speed is of great importance for certain sports. At the end of preschool age, children can usually understand sequences, but they are uncertain of speed. Their difficulty in determination of distances means that they have difficulty catching passes in ball games, when they themselves are moving. Teachers of children at this age should, therefore, postpone moments which demand conception of time and speed. Children may also have difficulty understanding time elements such as weeks, months and years. • Large changes in development At the age of 5-7 the intellectual development of children goes very fast. They grow away from the ways of action and thinking described above. A new way of meeting the world comes into the thinking, acting and adapting to the surroundings. However, the child may still fall back into earlier behavior.

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Women's Recreational

New Recreational Competitive Program United States Gymnastics Federation Recreational/Optional Competitive Program General Description 1. This USGF program is offered for the use of member organizations and clubs for their general recreational athletes. It is primarily intended for gymnasts participating in club, local, or league competitions at the recreational! competitive level. 2. The goal is to provide a safe, fun and rewarding competitive gymnastics experience for young athletes participating in recreational gymnastics programs. The program has been designed for 8-18 year old gymnasts at the beginner and intermediate skill levels. It is expected that many of the participants in this program enjoy gymnastics participation on a seasonal basis as part of a variety of other interests and activities. 3. As compared to the USGF Junior Olympic (J.O.) competitive program, this Recreational! Optional program utilizes restricted difficulty of the skills performed, shorter routines (exercises), a simplified judging system, permits individual event participation, and includes a special event - tumbling. 4. The Recreational! optional program is NOT considered a part of the USGF J.O. Developmental Competitive Program. It is the philosophy of the USGF J.O. Committee that athletes who participate in the national structure of higher level competitive programs demonstrate their readiness for participation through a progressive system of skill attainment which includes demonstration of competence at various levels. 5. The USGFbelieves that any athlete who, based upon performance in this special recreational! optional program, shows the potential and interest in moving into the USGF J.O. competitive program can easily and quickly accomplish the required prerequisites. 6. Mobility - Participants who wish to move from this recreational program into the USGFWomen' s Jr. Olympic Developmental program for competitive athletes at Levels 5-10 must: a) demonstrate competence for Levels I-IV as evaluated by a USGF Skill Evaluator, b) be registered with the USGF Athlete Membership Program, and c) progress through the requirements for Levels 5-7 (compulsory Levels) . There is NO petition procedure to allow gymnasts participating in the rec / opt competitive level to advance directly to Level 70 or 8. 12

Please refer to the Women's Rules and Policies for complete information on USGF Junior Olympic program requirements. Competitions Competitions may be organized at the club, local, invitational and league levels. The USGF does not provide or offer a program of qualification competitions or guidelines for this program leading up to State, Regional or higher competitions. There are two kinds of competitions: 1. Unsanctioned - these competitions are organized and conducted without requesting a "sanction" from the USGF. 2. Sanctioned - Sanctions for competitions must be approved by the USGF Office when the requirements below are met: • All competitors must be registered with the USGF Athlete Membership Program and their numbers must appear on the entry form and official score sheet. • All coaches must be USGF Women's Professional Members and their membership number must be recorded on the entry form. • Each team/ club or una ttached gymnast must have at least one (1) active coach on the floor. • All officials (judges) must be USGF Professional Members with appropriate rating. • Meet Director agrees to conduct the competition in accordance with the USGF Rules and Policies for this program.

A 40-page book describing this new program is available for purchase from the USGF Merchandise Department for a cost of $7.00 (Item #1100). Included in the book is information regarding: • • • • • • • • • •

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~ USGF Summer 1991 Coaches Educational Workshops ~ USGF COACHES EDUCATIO N

DATES SITE ~D~E~S~C~R~IP~T~I~O~N~~~~~~~~~~~~~__~__~__~__~______________~ 6/14-16 Indianapolis GIRLS INSTRUCTOR'S WORKSHOP - This Workshop will be cond ucted in conjunction with the Women's J.O. National and the Elite Junior "B" Training Camps. Classroom sessions will be offered on a wide range of topics relevant to coaching as well as some "hands-on" sessions regarding progressions and spotting. Clinicians will include members of the USGF National Coaching Staff and guests. Participants will be able to observe some of the sessions at the Training Camps. (Level = Intermediate to Advanced) "Add-on" courses: USGF Safety Certification, Skill Evaluators Test, CPR, and Meet Directors Test are available. 8/2-4 USOTC, CO BOYS INSTRUCTOR'S WORKSHOP - This Workshop will be conducted in conjunction with the Jr. Olympic Boys National Team Camp at the United States Olympic Training Center (USOTC) in Colorado Springs. Clinicians will include Hideo Mizoguchi and other members of the Jr. Boys National Coaching Staff. Classroom sessions will be offered on a wide range of topics relevant to coaching as well as some "hands-on" sessions regarding progressions and spotting. Participants will be able to observe some of the sessions at the Training Camps. (Level =Class III Optionals and higher) "Add-on" courses: USGF Safety Certification and CPR are available. 8/2-4 Indianapolis PRE-SCHOOL/DEVELOPMENTAL INSTRUCTOR'S WORKSHOP - Featured guest clinicans will include 2 members from the FIG General Gymnastics Technical Committee (from Sweden) who are specialists in Youth Gymnastics Programs. Classroom sessions wi ll focus on the preparation of developmentally sound curriculum and the European approach. Many new and exciting ideas will be offered! There will be opportunity for some "hands-on"' and observation sessions. "Add-on" courses: USGF Safety Certification, CPR, and Skill Evaluator's test are available. 8/9-11 Ft. Worth, TX PRE-SCHOOL/DEVELOPMENTAL INSTRUCTOR'S WORKSHOP - This will be a repeat of the Indianapolis Workshop with the featured clinicians from Sweden. While the focus of both workshops is on pre-schoolers, attention will also be given to the transitional period when the pre-schooler moves intoa more pure gymnastics program. "Add-on" courses: USGF Safety Certifica tion, CPR, Skill Evalua tor's test and Meet Director's test are available. 8/28- USOTC, CO RHYTHMIC COACHES AND JUDGES WORKSHOP AND SYMPOSIUM - If you are currently offering an 9/1 RSG program or are interested in adding this to your existing program, this is the Workshop for you! A full curriculum of information will be offered . Since the Workshop will be offered in conjunction with the National Rhythmic Training Camp, you will have access to observe and interact with the top U.s. RSG coaching/judging professionals as well as special guest clinicians and sport scientists. You will be able to observe Elite athletes in training. Sessions will be offered for both coaches and judges. "Add-on" courses: USGF Safety Certification and CPR are available.

Typical Workshop Costs:

Typical 3-day USGF Instructor's Workshop Th

4:30 p.m. Registration begins ... 6:00-10:00 Safety Certification Course (add-on) 8:00-12:00 Workshop Classroom courses Fr 12:00- 1:30 LUNCH 1:30- 5:30 Workshop Practical applications 5:30- 7:00 DINNER Workshop Classroom/discussion 7:00- 9:30 Sa 8:30-12 :00 Workshop Classroom courses 12:00- 1:30 LUNCH 1:30- 5:30 Workshop Practical applications 6:00- 7:30 USGF Safety Certification test 8:00Social gathering Su 8:30-11 :30 Final Workshop sessions 12:00- 1:30 Other Testing (Skill Eva!. etc.) 2:00- 6:30 CPR course & test (add-on) Total Workshop hours = 21

Basic Workshop fee: $80 for USGF pro-members ($100 for non-members) This includes the basic 21 /2 day workshop and all hand-out materials. (The fee for the RSG Symposium is $90 for USGF members). "Add-on" courses: Besides the basic Instructor's Workshop, you or your staff will be able to "add-on" other courses or testing opportunities to augment accreditation as gymnastics professionals. These include: USGF Safety Certification Course and exam (special Workshop Participant rates: $50.00 for pro-me mbers and $75 for non-members); CPR ($40, includes CPR book); Skill Evaluator's Test ($9 for USGF pro-members or$15 for non-members); Womens Program Meet Director's test ($10, you must be a USGF pro-member) . Transportation, housing and meals will be the responsibility of each Workshop participant. The USGF will arrange for a designated host hotel. Participants may also take advantage of special transportation rates available from USGF Sponsor, American Airlines. Certificate: All Workshop Participants will receive a special Certificate recognizing their participation in these USGF Instructor's Workshops. Video-tapes: All sessions will be video-taped by the USGF. Besides the "highlights" tape, participants will be able to purchase additional session tapes from the USGF Merchandise Departme nt at a discount.

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Congress Information

1991 USGP Congress Steve Whitlock USGF Director of Educational Services

he 1991 USGF Congress will be cond ucted during the World Championships in Indianapolis. The format and design of the Congress will depart from the usual annual offering. The goal is to provide an educational and informative Congress that will compliment enjoyment of the World Championships.

Dates The 1991 Congress will be conducted Thursday-Saturday, September 12-14. These are the final days of World Championships competition. The "Finals" of the Men's and Women's competitions are scheduled in the evening.

Times In order to accommodate Congress participants to attend and enjoy the Finals competitions, sessions will be conducted between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

3. Lecture / demonstration presentations covering a variety of topics including: judging, technique, business, pre-school, sport science, etc. In contrast to previous Congresses, in 1991 there will be fewer sessions offered, but the length of the sessions will be extended.

USGF Awards Banquet While it will not be possible to conduct the "typical" USGF Congress Awards Banquet in 1991, Congress participants will be able to attend the final World Championships Banquet Celebration that will be conducted at Union Station on Sunday evening (9 / 15). The Banquet will include all of the FIG, W.e. sponsors, and visiting delegation members-including the athletes! In order to honor outstanding USGF contributors, a special Awards Presentation will be scheduled in the Club '91 Hall. (Date/time TBA)

Location All Congress sessions will be conducted in th e facilities Indiana Convention Center Hoosier Dome (ICCHD) .

Sessions Typically, the annual USGF Congress includes three types of sessions: 1. "Pre-Congress" sessions that are devoted to specialized topics such as business or preschool. Participants in Pre-Congress sessions are required to register separately and pay an additional fee. In 1991, there will be NO "Pre-Congress" sessions conducted as part of the Congress/ World Championships. 2. Committee meetings and USGF member organization meetings and presentations. In 1991, there will be NO USGF scheduled committee or member organization meetings during the Congress.

NOTE: All USGF committee Chairmen and USGF member organiza tion representatives have been requested to schedule these annual meetings at sites and dates that will not conflict with the World Championships. It is the responsibility of these committees and organizations to inform their membership of alternate plans for 1991 annual meetings.

Exhibitor's Hall One of the highlights of the annual USGF Congress is the Exhibit Hall. Here, participants have the opportunity to see the latest in gymnastics equipment, supplies, apparel and services. You have the opportunity to meet suppliers on a one-to-one basis to discuss your needs, order materials, and make purchases. 1. The Exhibit Hall will be divided into two areas. Area 1 will be open to the general public and will feature retail booths. You can "shop 'til you drop!" Area 2 will be accessible ONLY to Congress participants and the credentialed members of official visiting delegations. 2. As usual, the USGF Exhibitors will conduct special "give-aways" and drawings where YOU might be the lucky one! These will be located in Area 2. 3. This year, Area 2 will also include "international" exhibitors. This will be your chance to see products and services available from foreign distributors. 4. The Exhibit Hall will only be open during the scheduled Congress dates and times.

Sport Sciences On Saturday September 14, the Congress will feature two meeting rooms devoted to providing gymnastics professionals with the latest in sport

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science information. These sessions are being coordinated by Dr. Bill Sands and Dr. Jerry Gerorge. The theme is "P.E.A.K." - "Performance Enhancement through Applied Knowledge." Session Presenters are encouraged to focus on the practical application of their research findings and observations that coaches and judges can understand and implement back in their gyms. Dr. Sands has invited an international panel of sport science experts to share information with Congress participants (Note: all of these sessions will

be conducted in English).

FIG Medical/Scientific Symposium As part of the World Championships, the International Federation of Gymnastics (FIG) will host a Medical/Scientific Symposium (see Technique, Vol. 11, No. I, pages 20-21 for details). The Symposium will include simultaneous language translation. Space is limited to approximately 200 - priority seating will be given to attending World Championships delegations and then to interested USGF Congress participants. The "waiting list" of interested USGF Congress participants will be formed on a first-comefirst-served basis from individuals who: a. are registered for the USGF Congress by enrollment in Club '91, b. are registered for the USGF Congress ONLY, c. and, finally, by date of receipt of a written request for attendance at the Symposium addressed to: FIG Symposium Coordinator Suite 300, Pan American Plaza 201 S. Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225 FAX: (317) 237-5069

Cost/Registration 1. USGF Professional Members: A. If you purchase any of the World Championship Ticket packages (Bronze, Silver or Gold), you may also enroll in Club 91for $91! • Club 91 membership entitles you to FREE REGISTRA nON for the USGF Congress. • Use the form on page 23 to enroll in Club '91. No other Congress Registration will be required . B. If you decide not to enroll in Club 91, but still want to attend Congress, you may register using the Congress-only Registration Form on page 16. • Congress fee is $90 if postmarked by August I, 1991. • Fee is $110 if postmarked after August 1. C. Each USGF professional member who has purchased a World Championship Ticket Package and is enrolling in Club 91, may purchase one additional Club 91 pass for a spouse or special guest. • The name and payment for the additional Club 91 pass MUST be included with the original order. (Use the Club 91 Registration Form on page 23). TECHNIQUE April- Jun e 1991

2. Non-USGF Professional Members:

• Non-USGF Professional members are NOT eligible to enroll in Club 91. To register for Congress, non-members must use the Congress-only Registration Form on page 16. • The fee is $150 regardless of date.

HousinglAccommodations There is no designated USGF Congress host hotel. To reserve housing accommodations for the World Championships and the USGFCongress, you need to complete the Housing Application on page 21.

Airlines American Airlines is the "Official Airline of the United States Gymnastics Federation." For special rates to those traveling to Indianapolis for the Congress and the World Championships, call American, toll free, at 1-800-4331790 and ask for Star Number 03Z24R. Reservations must be made and ticket sed no later than three days before your desired departure. The Meeting Saver Fare offer is available only through this number.

Questions? • . Ticket package inquiries, Club 91, and housing questions should be directed to: 1991 WGC, 101 W. Washington St., Suite 1301, Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317) 630-1991

• Questions regarding the USGF Congress, Exhibit space, or the FIG Medical/Scientific Symposium should be directed to: USGF, Pan American Plaza, Suite 300 201 S. Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225 (317) 237-5050

HOW TO REGISTER FOR USGF CONGRESS If you are a USGF Professional member' AND PLAN TO PURCHASE A WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS TICKET PACKAGE: 1. Complete and mail ticket order form (Bronze, Silver, or Gold ticket package) 2. Complete and mail Club 91 Order Form (cost = $91) 3. You are now registered for Congress! 4. Complete and mail Housing Form

If you are a nonUSGF member:

AND DON'T PLAN TO ENROLL IN CLUB 91: 1. Complete and mail USGF Congress-only Registration Form. Fee is: • $90 if postmarked by Aug 1 • $110 if postmarked after Aug 1 2. You are now registered for Congress! 3. Complete and mail the Housing Application Form

1. Complete and mail USGF Congress-only Registration Form. Fee is: • $150 regardless of date mailed 2. You are now registered for Congress! 3. Complete and mail the Housing Form

Congress Exhibit Hall

Tentative* 1991 Congress Schedule:

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1. Sport Science I 2. Sport Science 2 3 . Meet Referee Responsibilities 4. Men's Recreational Programs 5. Business session III

1. RO Enlry Vaults 2. Recogniz ing Combinations 3. Business Session II 4. Men 's Judges 5. Sequential Gymnastics (FIG MedicaVScientific Symposium)

1. JO Dance Program (repeal) 2. Uneven Bars 3. Men's JO Tesling 4. Preschool II 5. TBA (FIG MedicaVScientific Symposium)

1. Sport Science 3 2. Sport Science 4 3 . Praclice Judging IV 4. Men's JProgram Report 5. General Gymnastics II

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1. Advanced Tumbling 2. Women's Practice Judging I 3. Preschool I 4. Men's JO Overview 5. Business Session I (FIG MedicaVScienlilic Symposium)

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1. Jr. ~ B路 Testing Elements 2. Women's Practice Judging II 3. Educational Gymnastics I 4. Men's Trends 5. Developme ntal Gymnastics (FIG MedicaVScientific Symposium)

1. Gymnastics for the 90's (Women) 2. Gymnaslics for the 90's (Men) 3 . Recreational Programs I 4. Media Utilization 5. TBA (FIG MedicaVScientific Symposium)

1. Sport Science 5 2. Sport Science 6 3 . Dance Techniques 4 . Mens Trends 5.Preschool lll

1. FX routine construction 2. Demonstration 3. Men's Judging Session I 4. JO Dance Prog ra ~ 5. Rhythmic Gymnastics for Clubs (FIG MedicaVScientific Symposium)

1. Practice Judging III 2 . Women's Jr. "A" Testing 3. Sr. Men's Session 4. Men's Judging Session III 5. TBA (FIG MedicaVScientific Symposium)

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ONE NAME PER REGISTRATION NOTE: To Register for Club 91 and the Congress, use the Form on page 23 . Use this Form 1. If you do not plan to enroll in Club 91 , but still want to register for Congress. 2. If you are a non-USGF Professional Member Narne_ _______________________________ Name of Club / Program_ __ __ __ __ Address______ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ __

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April - June 1991 TECHNIQUE

1991 WGC INFORMATION

More Magic Inside! TECHNIQUE April-June 1991

Share the Magic of the '91 Worlds The World Gymnastics Championships is truly one of the most exciting and unique international events in sports. Held every two years, it is the most intense and closely followed gymnastics competition next to the Olympics. From September 6-15, the world's sports media and television viewers from more than 50 na tions will focus on the Hoosier Dome in Indianapolis, Indiana, the site of this spectacular contest. All nations with a tradition of excellence in gymnastics are expected to participate including the Soviet Union, Romania, Japan, China, Bulgaria and the U.S.A. These and many other nations will be vying for medals

in 14 categories of team, all-around and individual events. As always, the competition will be intense, dramatic and breathtaking. Gymnastics is one of the world's most popular Olympic sports and the significance of the World Gymnastics Championships cannot be overstated. The top 12 teams at Indianapolis will automatically qualify for the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain. And the talented, charismatic stars of those Games will be identified at Indianapolis. "This event commands enormous international respect," said John B. Swarbrick, Jr., chairman of the local organizing committee. "The competi-

tion in the Hoosier Dome will be covered in every major city in the world." The 1991 World Gymnastics Championships will be the largest, most significant international sporting event to come to Indianapolis since the 1987 Pan American Games. Be a part of the excitement, the history and the magic! This special guide has been created to answer your questions about the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships. Included are important ticket and housing information along with a general guide needed to enjoy this special event.

See you â€˘ In Indy!

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April-June 1991 TECHNIQUE

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HOOSIER DOME Men's & Women's Compulsories Men 's & Women 's Compulsories Women's Compulsories Men's Team Competition Women 's Team Competition Men's Team Finals· Women's Team Competition Women's Team Competition Women's Team Finals" Men 's All-Around Finals· Women's All-Around Finals· Individual Event Finals (M & W)· Individual Event Finals (M & W)· TOTAL VALUE

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TICKET ORDER FORM CHAMPIONS-ALL Package - All Sessions Gold Medal Package ( Premium seats) Silver Medal Package ( Lower deck seats) Bronze Medal Package ( Upper deck seats) Opening Ceremonies (Market Square Arena)

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Housing requests must be made on this form. Reservations by phone will not be accepted. Reservations can be received by FAX. To reserve a room, complete this form and mail to: WGC Housing Bureau Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association One Hoosier Dome, Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46225 USA FAX: 317/684-2492 Information: 317/630-1991

*Deposit of $100 per roqm is required with reservation. One half of the total room charge must be paid upon arrival, the remainder upon departure.

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Hotels and Room Rates HILTON AT THE CIRCLE A 369-room hotel located in the heart of downtown, just off Monument Circle and 3 blocks from the Hoosier Dome, with two restaurants and lounge . RATES Single: Double: Twin: Triple: Quad:

NUMBER OF ROOMS : $ 90 $ 95 $ 95 $105 $115

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Club 91 Benefits For USGF Pro Members Club 91 is a special addition to the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships-a hospitality package designed exclusively for USGP Professional members. The Club is a special place to share the magic of the Championships with the most knowledgeable, enthusiastic fans in the world-your fellow USGP professional members. Located directly across the street from the competition venue, Club 91 members will enjoy chatting in Pan American Plaza while enjoying food and beverages, as well as games and entertainment in a lounge atmosphere. Up-to-the-minute start lists and competition results will be available to track the progress of competing teams. Special access to closed-circuit TV will be available to Club 91 members during the nine days of competition. Daily entertainment for club members will include musicians, speakers and special national and international guests from the gymnastics community. Club 91 will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet world-famous coaches and past champions. Included in this exclusive package are tickets to a special USA Team reception, tickets to the final athlete banquet at the historic Union Station, a unique 1991 WGC com-

memorative gift, and registration to the annual USGP Congress. Your Club 91 pass entitles you to FREE REGISTRATION for the 1991 USGP Congress, which will be held in Indianapolis, in conjunction with the 1991 World Championships. You will have access to educational seminars led by the finest coaches and technicians in the sport, and exhibits by the leading equipment manufacturers. The registration fee for last year's Congress was $90. By purchasing a Club 91 hospitality package for $91, you either receive nine days of Club 91 hospitality for only $1, or you receive all of the educational and professional value of USGP Congress for only $1either way, you win! Club 91 is only available to USGF pro members. To order, complete the forms and return to: 1991 World Gymnastics Championships 101 W. Washington St., Suite 1301 Indianapolis, IN 46204

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wee Logo and List of Sponsors The list of businesses and corporations sponsoring the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships continues to grow. As of press time, the following sponsors were confirmed and event officials are contacting additional companies for sponsorship opportunities. GOLD Eli Lilly and Company McDonald's SILVER Swiss Timing Northwest Airlines Unisys OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS American Athletic, Inc. (AAI) Herff Jones Logo 7 Sport Graphics Indianapolis Westin Hotel National Car Rental Tickets & Travel LICENSEES csa promotions USGF

The event logotype or "logo" for the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships is a bright, colorful mark that catches the eye of all who see it. Dashes of yellow, green, purple, red and blue come together to form a festive design that commands attention. There's also a black and white version of the logo, pictured above. The center of the logo represents an abstract figure of a gymnast in a handstand and serves as the focal point on the design. The use of the "XX" indicates the Roman numeral "20" with a total of six segments to signify the 26th World Gymnastics Championships. The use of five different colors reminds the viewer that gymnasts from five continents will participate in the competition and the circle or the "head" of the gymnast, reflects a universal perspective. The logo was created by Indianapolis graphic artist Brian Guedel, 31, of the Guedel Design Studio. Guedel, who has created dozens of projects for various sports and events, was commissioned by the local organizing committee to design a logo. His colorful rendition was selected as best to represent the prestigious international competition. "1 wanted to create a design that would be instantly identifiable while conveying an international image," Guedel said. "Since the logo will be used on everything from stationary to sweatshirts, I wanted it to be as versatile as possible. That is why I created a multi-color version of the logo as well as a blackand-white version." The Organizing Committee has developed as a promotional theme "Share the Magic," which captures the grace, style, and excitement of the sport of gymnastics.

April-June 1991 TECHNIQUE

Tumbles Promotes World Championships Who's furry, stands over seven feet tall, and wears a top hat and tails? It's Tumbles-the mascot of the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships. Tumbles serves as the principal goodwill ambassador in the planning, promoting and staging of the World Championships. A colorful and gregarious rabbit, Tumbles creates excitement and interest wherever he goes. Tumbles wears a top hat and tails to reflect the theme of the event, "Share the Magic." He has become a recognizable symbol of this worldclass event. Tumbles made his public debut on September 6, 1990 at the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships ticket sales kickoff celebration at the designated host hotel, The Westin, in Indianapolis. Since then, he has traveled to New Orleans for the USGF Congress, to the Hoosier Dome for an appearance on a "Monday Night Football" telecast with the Indianapolis Colts, and met the 1990-91 Women's U.S. National Team during a winter training camp at the National Training Center in Indianapolis. Tumbles appeared at the Buckeye Classic, an elite invitational meet featuring over 800 competitors in Columbus, Ohio. Tumbles will hop into the NCAA Final Four Basketball Tournament, the GTE / U.S. Hardcourt Tennis Championships, and the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race to promote the sport of gymnastics and inform the public about the World Championships. Next September, Tumbles will greet the world, welcoming international athletes and guests to the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships. Be there to "Share the Magic!"

TECHNIQUE April-June 1991

Spectacul.ar Opening CeremOnIeS Planned For the first time in the history of the World Championships, Indianapolis will host an opening ceremonies as a stand-alone extravaganza. Market Square Arena (MSA), home of the NBA's Indiana Pacers, will host this spectacular ceremony. MSA is located approximately 7 blocks from the Hoosier Dome, the competition venue. On Friday, September 6, more than 1,000 athletes and officials from around the world will gather in MSA for a celebration of international peace and unity through sports. The official Opening Ceremony for the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships promises to be an unforgettable "night of magic," according to officials of the local organizing committee (LOC). "We're planning to deliver a show that rivals any," said Rick Fuson, chairman of ceremonies for the LOC. According to local organizers, the evening will include heart-stopping pyrotechnics, international entertainers and performers, and emotionally charged tributes to the brightest stars of the most beloved sport in the Olympic Games. "Our goal is to have each member of the audience experience the full range of emotions-from the tears of past champions to the victorious smiles of the new ones," Fuson added. The theme of the evening, "A Night of Magic," will be delivered in various forms. Magicians, illusions and elaborate special effects planned for the main program will be like no other celebration of sport. "The true magic of the evening will be in our salute to the athletes as we honor their talents, their capacity to inspire and their pursuit of the Olympic ideal," explained John B. Swarbrick, Jr., chairman of the LOC. Opening Ceremonies tickets are $25 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster. To charge by phone, call 317/239/5151 or 800/359/8383. See ticket form on page 19.

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Executive Director's Message: Greetings on behalf of the Local Organizing Committee for the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships. As the competition date draws nearer, the LOC has identified the needs for the event and are far along in matching those needs with sponsorships to provide the best equipment, travel and hotel accommodations possible for athletes and gymnastics fans. We are very pleased to announce that 25% of the gold and silver seats have been sold prior to our advertising campaign. We encourage you to purchase your seats now to guarantee availability and superb seat location. Single session

tickets will not go on sale until June I, if available, and early ticket buyers will be given priority in seat location. USGF Professional members are also encouraged to take full advantage of a special hospitality area, Club 91, which includes free registration to the 1991 Congress. See details in this issue. We look forward to seeing you in Indianapolis in September.

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April-June 1991 TECHNIQUE

Who's Who on the '91 WGC Conlmittee The chairpersons of the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships local organizing committee are experienced professionals with instant name recognition in the city of Indianapolis. Indiana's capital city is known throughout the world for its impeccable record in staging successful, large sporting events. (Hence the title: Indianapolis: The amateur sports capital of the world.") "All committee chairs for the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships are not only leaders in the community, but have event experience, whether it be through the 1987 Pan American Games, the 1982 Sports (U.S. Olympic) Festival, or the many national championships or Olympic Trials that have been hosted by this city," said Joseph L. Claypool, executive director for the '91 World Championships. Chairman of the local organizing committee is Indianapolis attorney John B. Swarbrick, Jr. Swarbrick, a professional member of the USGF, has held several leadership roles with the Pan American Games and with a variety of other international events. Mike Jacki, executive director of the USGF, serves as the event's president, while Sandy Knapp, executive director of the Indiana Sports Corp., serves as vice-president. Jim Morris, president of the Indianapolis Water Company, serves as the event's treasurer. Julie A. McGlincy of the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association, is

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chairperson of the Accommodations committee. The general manager of Market Square Arena, Rick Fuson, heads the Ceremonies committee. The event's opening ceremony will be Sept. 6 at MSA. The Event Promotion committee is headed by John Arends of the National Institute of Fitness & Sport, Rod Davis of the Indiana Sports Corp. and Scott Ramsey of the USGF. Pan American Games veterans Jane Elder Kunz heads the Human Resource committee and Elaine Bedel, oversees the Protocol division. Cheryl Grace, USGF assistant executive director, leads the Media Services committee. Indianapolis attorney Byron Mason, Esq., chairs the Participant Service committee, while Phillip C. Borst, D.V.M., is responsible for the Security & Government Relations Committee. Michael S. McCoy is the chairman of the Technology committee. McCoy, another Pan-Am Games vet, has worked on several international events with Longines, the official results supplier of the event. The Hoosier Dome's Sports Director, Mike Fox leads the Venue committee with attorney Michael S. Maurer, Esq. Abby Hobbs, Director of Events for the Commission for Downtown, serves as the chair for the "look" committee, a committee that coordinates banners, flags, etc., throughout the city. Tim Heath, with International Management Group heads all sponsorship efforts.

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Welcome to Indy Welcome to Indianapolis, host of the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships! Whether it's called the nation's "Amateur Sports Capital," "The Circle City," "Capital of Auto Racing," or the "Crossroads of America," Indianapolis has as many facets as it has nicknames. This friendly, diverse city has evolved from a pioneer wilderness populated by forest animals and Indians, to a bustling metropolis of commercial, retail, residential and industrial development. Centrally located in the state, Indianapolis is literally a circle city. In 1821, Indiana's influential citizens and politicians commissioned Alexander Ralston, the assistant city planner of Washington, D.C., to draft a plan for the new state capital. Ralston's design called for the creation of a wheel-like circle with four spokes, or major avenues, coming from its center. Monument Circle, with the gold statue of "Lady Victory" crowning the top of the 284-foot Soldiers & Sailor's Monument, became the geographic hub of Indianapolis.

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City of Indianapolis By late 1840's the fledgling capital organized a school system and elected a mayor. Indianapolis was earning status as the railroad capital, and industries, warehouses and freight yards followed. The city was an important industrial and commercial center at the Civil War's end. For a time from the late 1880's to the early 1900's Indianapolis was a literary center to rival New York, as well as a leader in the automobile industry, with 64 different makes assembled here. In the 1920's, Indianapolis became one of the early centers of jazz. "Toolmaker of the Nation" became the city's nickname during World War II; Indianapolis was one of the nation's best prepared cities at the outset of the War. Today, Indianapolis is the nation's 14th largest city and continues to grow. The city's expanding boundaries can be seen as you drive around the city on the interstate beltway that encircles it. A city of contrasts, Indianapolis is proudly historic yet ambitiously progressive. One look beyond the gleaming steel and glass skyline, on the horizon reveals expansive

prairie surface crisscrossed with creeks and rivers, businesses, shopping complexes and attractive neighborhoods. Not only gymnastics fans, but all sports fans can have a field day in the city. From the National Football League's Colts, to the National Basketball Association's Pacers, to baseball's Triple A Champion Indianapolis Indians, the city is alive with thrilling sports action. The Indianapolis Ice hockey games, as well as national tennis and golf tournaments fill the city's sports schedule. Anyone who has heard the word "Indy" is also familiar with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the internationally famous 500 Mile Race. During the entire month of May, Hoosiers welcome hundreds of thousands of fans to celebrate festivities from the nationally televised parade to the nation's largest 13.1 mile mini-marathon, culminating with "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing." Sports are so popular that Indianapolis has gained international acclaim for the public and private cooperation which has brought so April-June 1991 TECHNIQUE

Home of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race many events to the city. In addition to the 1982 National Sports Festival, and the 1987 Pan American Games, the city has hosted a variety of amateur sports competitions from Olympic trials in swimming, diving and track and field, to NCAA men's basketball championships to figure skating. In fact, six of the nation's amateur sports governing bodies are headquartered here. They include: The Athletic's Congress (track & field), U.S. Canoe and Kayak Team, U.S. Gymnastics Federation, U.S. Rowing Association, U.S. Synchronized Swimming, Inc., and U.S. Water Polo. Rich in its cultural heritage, the city is a highly acclaimed center of the arts. Notable collections grace the walls of major art museums and galleries. The world's largest Children's Museum and the new Eiteljorg Museum of American Indian and Western Art are just two unique examples of the city's cultural diversity. The International Violin Competition, Conner Prairie Pioneer Settlement and a variety of ethnic festivals, keep Hoosiers hopping. From ballet to bluegrass, you can enjoy the arts in Indianapolis in black tie or blue jeans. The capital city's citizens are justifiably proud of its past. This pride is obvious from the painstaking preservations of historic landmarks and monuments. Thanks to an ambiTECHNIQUE April-June 1991

tious urban revival movement, many stately buildings have been restored to their original grandeur. The Neoclassic to Renaissance, Indianapolis architecture is beautiful exemplified in every kind of structure from the gold leaf dome of the State Capitol Building to massive cathedrals to the quaint gingerbread style of

Victorian homes. Visitors can take a nostalgic journey into yester year, whether sampling the delicious scents and foods of the sprawling City Market or admiring the awesome Art Deco interior of Union Station. Indianapolis residents will tell you they have an ideal living and working environment. The city also boasts economic stability and an excellent business climate. Overall, there is an excellent working partnership among business, industry, government and academic institutions. Home to a wide range of industries, including automotive, high tech electronics, computers, lasers, and medical surgical equipment, agricultural and food processing and communications technology, the city is constantly developing while international trade is expanding. Education is a priority here, as is evidenced by the active support of local and state governments for innovation in student programs from grade school through the graduate level. There is a lot to discover about Indianapolis. During your stay at the 1991 World Gymnastics Championships, take time to discover the city's diversity. Wherever you wander, you'll be greeted with our oldest custom and favorite traditionHoosier Hospitality!

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Important Indy Phone Numbers City Phone Numbers Commission for Downtown Indiana Tourism Hotline Indianapolis City Center Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Assn. Indianapolis Tourism Hotline

4790 W. 16th St. 317/241 -2500 Indianapolis Museum of Art 1200 W. 38th St. 317/923-1331 National Track & Field Hall of Fame 200 S. Capitol Ave., 317/261-0483 Hoosier Dome

317/237-2222 1-800/289-6646 317/237-5200 317/639-4282 1-800/323-INDY

Local Transportation Emergency & Personal Services Ambulance 317/630-7111 Community Hospital Emergency Medicine 317/353-5457 317/634-9563 Dental Emergency 911 Emergency (Police /Fire) Federal Bureau of Investigation 317/639-3301 Indiana State Police 317/232-8250 (non-emergency) Indianapolis Police Department (non-emergency) 317/236-3811 Marion County Sheriff (non-emergency) 317/633-5151 Methodist Hospital 317/929--3355 Emergency Medicine 317/929-2323 Poison information 317/632-7575 Rape crisis & suicide line St. Vincent Hospital 317/871-2345 U .5. Secret Service 317/226-6444 Wishard Memorial Hospital 317/639-6671

Shopping Complexes Claypool Court Corner of Washington & Illinois St. 317/236-1940 Fashion Mall, Keystone at the Crossing 86th & Keystone Ave. 317/574-4000 Glendale Shopping Center 6101 N. KeystoneAve. 317/251-9281 Lafayette Square Mall 3919 Lafayette Rd . 317/291-6390 Union Station Festival Marketplace 39 Jackson PI. 317/267-0701

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Rhythmic Minutes Rhythmic Program Comm. Colorado Springs, CO February 16, 1991 RollCall Coaches Representative FIG Representative Vice-President for RG Technical Comm. Chr. Athlete Representative JO Program Representative Rhythmic Program Admin. Absent: Coaches Representative

Irina Vdovets Andrea Schmid Norma Zabka Candace Feinberg Wendy Hilliard Maureen Broderick Nora Hitzel Mary Ellen Holdreith

I. USGF OFFICE REPORT N. Hitzel reported on developments related to: Coaches accreditation program Rhythmic basic skills publication 1992-96 compulsory program 1991 Budget Prize money policy USGF travel policy Athlete change of club policy 11.1990 COMPETITION SUMMARY N. Hitzel distributed a summary of 1990 competition assignments and results . III. SELECTION PROCEDURES - The Pan-American Games, World University Games, and Olympic Games selection procedures were reviewed .

Changes in FIG Code Judging - Distribution of Points (pages 50-51) 1. Composition Score 6.40 max. A. Technical Value - Variety - Music 1. Technical Value of the Composition 2. Variety 3. Music: relationship music and movement 0.40 max. B. Bonus Points 1. Originality - Superior difficulty 0.10 point - Original exercise 0.10 point 2. Risk Taking - 2 risk taking elements 0.10 point - 1 risk taking with a 0.10 point _ __ superior difficulty TOTAL 6.80 max. 2. Execution Score A. Execution 3.00 max . 1. Technique with the apparatus 2. Body movement technique 3. Rhythmic execution (music and movement) B. Bonus Points 0.20 max 1. Virtuosity 0.20 point - exceptionally flawless performance TOTAL 3.20 max. 3. Final Score Composition Score 6.80 points max. 3.20 points max . Execution Score TOTAL 10.00 points max.

These changes in the Code of Points for Rhythmic Sportive Gymnastics are valid from JanuanJ 1, 1991.

IV. WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS PREPARATIONPLAN Hitzel distributed a proposed strategic plan for preparing a thletes for the World Championships competition. The plan was approved in principle with the details to be worked out between the program administrator and the respective coaches. V. RHYTHMIC COACHES SUPPORT PROGRAM Because of a budget cut, the following program was approved for the 1991 season. A total of$12, 000 will be distributed as follows: Rhythmic Challenge and National Championships - based upon the rank order results at each event, regardless of division . #1 - $1,000 #2 - 1,000 #3- 1,000

#4 #5 -

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International Competition Coaches assigned to represent the USA at the 8 selected international competitions (excluding the Pan American Games and World University Games) will be paid $500 per event in the form of a broken time payment. VI. FIG REPORT A. Schmid summarized the judging changes that were recently approved by the FIG Technical Committee for the 1991 international competitive season. Changes that affect the USA program will be immediately distributed to all rhythmic professional members. Other changes will be published in Technique magazine. VII. RHYTIIMICTECHNICAL COMMITTEE REPORT C. Feinberg reported that the RTC has approved the use of the new FIG judging panel alignment for use at the 1991 National Championships on a trial basis. Eleven judges will be used, the 4 acting panel judges will be divided into execution and composition judges, head judge will judge both execution and composition, head judge score will not count unless a basescore is required . VIII. ATHLETE REPRESENT A TIVE A discussion was held regarding the role, function and perceived effectiveness that an athlete council member can have as a member of a program committee and as a conduit to the athletes when they are also the personal coach of a National Team Member. The committee recognized the dilemma of this situation and suggested that the 3 program administrators discuss the problem together with regard to the ramifications for each program and then proceed with input to the athletes' council. IX. RHYTHMIC REPRESENTATIVES ON B.O.D. Based upon a memorandum from Mike Jacki to the three program administrators, N . Hitzel will draft a document describing the requirements and expectations of program representatives who are elected by the professional membership to the Board of Directors. X. INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS Messe Cup - March 15-17 Note: this /I1eet was cnl1Celled athlete: Diane Simpson Portugal - April 5-7 athletes: Caroline Hunt, Franca Abbatiello, Jenifer Lovell, Bianca Sapetto coach: Irina Vdovets *judge: Maureen Broderick DTB - April 12-14 . athletes: Christy Neuman, Naomi Hewitt-Couturier coach: Wendy Hilliard *judge: Helena Creathouse Corbeil- May 10-12 athletes: Christy Neuman, Diane Simpson, Naomi Hewitt-Cou turier "judge: Hana Christie "jlldges selected by Judges Selection CO/l1/1/ittee.

Signed: (No ra Hitzel), March 1991 Approved: (Mike Jacki), March 1991

April- June 1991 TECHNIQUE

Rhythmic Minutes

Technical Committee Colorado Springs, 2/15-2/17 Roll Call : Candace Feinberg Andrea Schmid Norma Za bka Barbara Fester Hana Christie Nora Hitzel

Chairperson FIG Rep. V.P.RG Member at Large Member at Large Program Administrator

I. TRAINING SESSIONS The committee organized the training sessions for coaches and athletes following competition. Routine evaluation with the video of the top 6 competitors from the re-ranking would take place first. The next session would be a practical evaluation of elements performed in the gym for all the judges by all National Team members. II. FIG REPORT - Andrea Schmid The FIG Brevet license was awarded to Rosa Litva for good judging. She announced changes in the risk requirements. Nora will update everyone on this, A new scoring system where by individuals will be evaluated by a composition and execution panel (similar to group) is now in effect internationally. The committee decided to initiate these changes as a trial basis at Nationals. Nora will send out an update to all pro members. A letter with these specific changes will accompany the letter of assignment to judges involved with Nationals. Andrea announced that China has sent a preliminary bid to host 1992 Four Continents. III. TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION OF NATIONALS 2" + 2c + 1hj Meet Ref 1hj + 2c + 2e Total of 11 judges with 2 secretaries added to assist the Head Judges. Seating of secretaries will be next to the Head Judges on the respective panel sides. The two composition scores will be averaged . The two execution scores will be averaged. The averages from the composition and execution will be added together. The Head Judges score will reflect both a composition and execution score but will not be used except in the case of a possible base score. Differences between the 2 scores: Composition .1 6.5-6.8 .2 6.0-6.49 .3 all others

Execution .1 .2

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IV. BREACHES OF CONDUCT Because of numerous complaints that have been verified, one judge will receive a second offense warning. V. R&P DISCUSSIONS It was discussed that Meet Referees are held responsible for making panel and event assignments. Meet Referees should also approve the number of sessions judged following all competitions for all acting judges to receive payments. Nora was charged with creating a Judges Fee form. Men will be accepted as RG judges up through Nat. level. An evaluation of judges will take place at the Regional and National Championships. At the National Championships, all judges scores will be compared to the panel's average score, plus the Head Judge's score, divided by 2. TECHNIQUE April - JUl1e 1991

This score will then be evaluated in a manner used by the FIG. At the Regional Competitions a performance rating form will be completed by the Meet Referee. A letter with description of this process and a score sheet will be sent to all assigned judges. The score sheet will include a place for a judge's original score and any changed score. VI. USGF COMPULSORY ELEMENTS It was recommended by the committee that the Pivot and Balance elements be maintained for the following season. Due to the success of the Risk element the committee felt it served its purpose well and would like to elimina te it. A Su perior Lea p elemen t should be added in place of the Risk for the 1992 season. Superior Leap-Must be a single superior leap or jump of the gymnast's choice. The apparatus movement would be optional. The USGF elements will be evaluated in the same manner as previously. It was recommended to allow the gymnasts to move optionally out of the existing Balance element, eliminating the close to fifth position, to allow for more creativity. These elements must all be approved by the Rhythmic Program Committee at the June meeting before implementation for the 1992 season. There was some discussion for the future on the possibility of an element evaluation for Elites which would be tested separately from the competitive routines. VII. LEOTARDS AND APP ARA TUS The committee voted that the FIG leotard & equipment regulations must be strictly enforced in the U.s. Any leotard or equipment that gives a metallic, shining, shimmering, light reflective glint of silver, bronze or gold is illegal according to the FIG rules and, if used, will receive the appropriate deduction.

Submitted by, Candace Feinberg, RTC Chairperson

Changes in RSG Risk Taking

Requirements of the FIG Ccxie of Points Effective immediately in international competitions. Effective May 3, 1991 in the USA. Additions I Omissions: Rope: (Add) - catch with precision on different parts of the body (without alteration in the shape of the rope) . Hoop: (Omit - two hands) - catch with one hand with or without interruption of the movement of the hoop. (Omit - two hands) - the ball must be caught with one hand, Ball: without intermediary rebound, even in a position on the floor or outside of the visual field. Clubs: (Add) - the element of risk can be executed with a single club. Ribbon: (Add) - passing catch by the ribbon with one hand requires an immediate throw.

Al1drea B.Schmid, FIG/RSG/TC member

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1. RSG / AGE OF THE GYMNASTS - From 1993 (Art. 5.2 of the T.R.) For the official FIG Competitions and for the Olympic Games, the minimum age of the gymnasts, during the competition year, must be the following : Juniors: the gymnasts must be at least 12 years old and no more than 14 years old Seniors: the gymnasts must be 15 years old or older This rule will take effect on January 1st, 1993.

FIG/RSG-TC - Moutier, January 1991 II. NEW ORGANIZATIO N FOR THE O LYMPIC GAMES:RSG Competition I Participation: All the gymnasts who qualified at the World Championships (1991) preceding the Olympic Games. Program: 4 exercises for each apparatus of the program (1992 Olympic Games: Rope, Hoop, Ball, Clubs). Classification: • 1 classification for the All-Around Competition (adding the scores for the 4 apparatus) valid for the calculation of the final score (40 pts maximum) and qualifying for the first 6 gymnasts for Competition II with each apparatus of the program. • 1 qualifying classification for each of the 4 apparatus of Competition II for the 6 remaining places for each apparatus of the program. Comp etition II For each apparatus: Participation: 12 gymnasts for each apparatus: the first 6 gymnasts of the All-Around Competition (Competition I) and the 6 having obtained the highest scores for each apparatus of Competition I. Program: Each gymnast performs the exercise with one or more apparatus for which she has obtained her qualification. Value of Exercise: 10.00 points as usual. Final Classification: •

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The gymnast having obtained the most points will be declared Olympic Champion, RSG III. RSG APPARATUS FOR THE YEARS 1991- 1996 Senior Gymnasts 1991-1992 Individuals: Rope Ribbon (6) Groups: 1993-1994 Individuals: Hoop Rope (6) Groups: 1995-1996 Individuals: Rope Groups: Hoops (6) Junior Gymnasts 1991-1992 Individuals: Hoop Rope (6) Groups: 1993-1994 Individuals: Rope Hoop (6) Groups: 1995-1996 Individuals: Rope Balls (6) Groups:

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For the FIG Championships the exercises of the individual junior gymnasts will have to include 3 superior difficulties and 6 medium difficulties. The 3 superior difficulties will have to be performed in conjunction with 3 different body movement difficulties, each one corresponding to one of the 3 groups of compulsory elements of body movements as follows: jumps or leaps - pivots - balances. For FIG Championships, the junior group exercises will have to include 3 superior difficulties and 6 medium difficulties. Of the 9 difficulties, a min. of 4 will have to be of exchange, of which 2 are of superior difficulty.

FIG/RSG-TC - Moutier, January 1991 Norbert Bueche, Egle Abruzzini, Secreta ire general Presidente du CT-GRS IV. ELEMENTS OF DIFFICULTY - G ROUP Elements of difficulty through the exchange of apparatus for the composition of the exercise with six ribbons entered in the program for the 1991 World Championships, the 1992 European Championships and the 1992 4-Continents Championships. 1. Norms for the apparatus. These are identical with those governing the individual exercises. The six ribbons must be of the same material. 2. Ways and means of exchanging the ribbons. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11)

By throwing .. ....... ..... ...... ..... ... .. ... ... ..... . by throwing By throwing ............................. .. ........... by passing By throwing .... ...... ...... ........ ...... .. .......... by sliding By throwing .............. .... ........................ by rebound By passing .. ...... ............... ... ............. ...... by passing By passing ............ ......... .... .......... .... ..... . by sliding By passing ... ....... .. ...... .. .... .. ..... ... ... ....... . by rebound By sliding ..... .... ....... .... ........................... by sliding By sliding ........ ..................... ............. .. ... by rebound By rebound ......................... .... ... .. ... .... ... by rebound By other means (by throwing with the fo ot, by pushing back the stick).

April- June 1991 TECHNIQUE

3. Examples of elements of difficulty in exchanges for the ribbon: Medium Difficulties

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Exception in the case of 3 ribbons. Exchange by the throwing of 3 ribbons by 1 gym nast linked with a bod y element of medium difficulty performed by all 6 gymnasts. 3 gymnas ts throw the ribbon to 2 gymnasts without apparatus and to the one that threw the 3 ribbons, after which the 2 gymnasts that had no ribbon exchange their apparatus.

Superior Difficulties

3.1 Exchange by throwing the ribbon. Exchange by throwing the ribbon linked w ith a bod y movement of medium difficulty. The gymnasts form a lin e, exc han ge b y 5 gymnasts tossing the ribbon and 1 gymnast throwing it.

Exchange by throw ing the ribbon linked w ith a bod y movem ent of superior difficulty. Exchange by throwi ng the ribbon w ith the gymnasts more than 6 meters apart linked with a bod y movement.

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Exchange of the ribbon by rebound. Exchange of the ribbon by different forms of rebounds for each of the 6 gymnas ts over a distance of more than 4 meters.

3.2 Exchange by passing the ribbon. Exchange by passing the ribbon linked w itha balanceelement ofmedium difficulty.

Exchange by passing the ribbon by 3 gynu1asts during a jump or leap of medium difficulty and by the other 3 gymnasts in a backward bend to below horizontal and front splits.

3.3 Exchange by throwing and sliding the ribbon. Exchange by 3 gymnasts throwing and the other 3 gymnasts sliding the ribbon in conjunction wi th a body element of medium difficulty.

4. Elements of difficulty with the left hand. The composition has to include a superior difficulty with the left hand executed by all 6 gymnasts. The composition also has to be balanced between work done by the left and the right hand.

5. Composition of the Exercise. See the 1989 Code of Points for the requirements concerning the composition.

New Calendar for RSG World Championships 1992-1996 Year

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World Championships All -Around and Final for Group Exercises Competitions

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All-Around and Final Competitions

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All the gymnasts -26 gymnasts (2 per country) who qualified at Competition I

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1994

World Championships All-Around and Final for Group Exercises Competitions

All the groups

3 (1 +2)

Sept.! October

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36 gymnasts (2 per country) qualified at the 1993 Championships

5 (1+4)

All-Around and Final Competitions

1995

World Championships Competition I for Individual Competition II Exercises (qualifying Competition III (Finals) for 1996 Olympic Games)

All the gymnasts -26 gymnasts (2 per country) who qualified at Competition I

6(1 + 1+4)

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1996

World Championships All-Around and Final for Group Exercises Competitions

All the groups

3 (1+2)

Sept.! October

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5 (1+4)

Competitions II and III for Individual Exercises

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All-Around and Final Competitions

Women's Technical

J.O. Technical Handbook Revision 1 January,1991 Compiled by: Linda Beran USGF Technical Committee

This material is approved by the WTC for the FIRST revision of the J.O. Technical Handbook. Please update your Handbook with the following clarifications, changes and policy proced ures. Review the CURRENT Rules and Policies for changes in the age group program for 1990-91. PAGE 2 - UNDER GENERAL, "C" Elements: Change to read: New elements must be subm itted to the RTC on the official form for evaluation at least 1 month in

advance of the competition at which the element will be competed. The evaluation will be retumed in writing to the coach. This written evaluation will be valid for one competitive year (up to and including National Championships). The written evaluation from the RTC must be subm itted to the Meet Referee prior to the judges' meeting at the National Championships. The Meet Referee will then submit this elemen t to the NTC for evaluation at the next Women 's Technical Committee meeting. WTC 1/91 "0" AFFILIA nON: Add : In the case of Open Invitational meets (nonqualiftJing) affiliated judges MAY be used as chief or panel judges provided that the judging panels are listed (indicating affiliated judges) on the premeet information. WTC 1/91 PAGE 5 - "Q" Change to read ...

CHANGES IN OPTIONAL REQUTR EMENTS 1. LEVEL 8 instead of Open Division PAGE 6 2. LEVEL 7 instead of Closed Division Add "f" .. .There is no Natural B dismount requirement. WTC 9/90 PAGE 8 - Add "W" - Clarification for Determining Body Position WTC 9/ 90 Vault & Uneven Bars Dismounts: The position of the body when the hands leave the apparatus determines if it is a layout, pike, or tuck. If other positions are attained after take-off (in flight), appropriate deductions may be taken. Beam & Floor Tumbling: After rebounding from the feet, the body should be in a stretched position initially, regardless of the type of saito to be performed. The clarity of the saito position (whether it remains in stretched position, or changes to pike or tuck) will determine the judgment of the element. Add "X" - Clarification: 8" Skill cushions are NOT allowed for use in USGF or NCAA Competitions. WTC 9/90 Add "Y" - Recommendation - To allow judges to score in 0.05 at NCAA Regionals / Nationals. WTC 9/90 NOTE: Judging in 0.05 increments is also allowed at InvitatIonal Competitions for Finals. PAGE 9 - III, Under "Compulsories" Add "B" Clarification for Compulsory Levels 5, 6, 7 & 10: The total amplitude and execution deductions taken on a major element are NOT to exceed the deduction for deliberate omission of the element. Deduction for a fall would be in addition to the amplitude/execution deductions. WTC 7/90 38

EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 1991: For Compulsory Levels 5, 6, 7 & 10, the total amplitude and execution deductions (including any falls) taken on a major element are not to exceed the value of the element plus 0.50. The deduction for changing or omitting a major element is increased to 1.0 plus the value of the element. (WTC 1191) PAGE 10 - VAULT Under 1. "General" Change "C" to: At Optional Levels 7, 8, 9 & 10, the gymnast has the right to perform two vaults, with the better score counting. Change" 0" to: Restrictions at Beginner / Intermediate Optional: Change Open Division to "LeveI8" Change Closed Division to "Level 7" Add to "G": Finals at J.O. National should read: Finals at J.O. National and Level 9 East/West New Life PAGE 11 Change "N" to read ... Except for the following specific vaults, twisting vaults may turn in either direction: Vault # 1.02 (Cartwheel on-1 /4 turn off) must turn in the opposite direction in order to finish facing away from horse. WTC 1/ 91 Vault #1.30 (1 / 2 on 1/ 2 off) must turn in the same direction. Vault # 1.31 (Cartwheel on-3/4 twist off) must turn in the same direction-as stated in the FIG Code of Points Change "P" to read: The deduction for Coach standing

between the board and the horse (Compulsory or Optional) is 0.50. PAGE 12 - III. Under New Vault Values Change "A" to read - Level 7 Optional instead of Level 8 Closed Division Deductions for Squat, Stoop & Straddle Vaults Revisions by WTC 1/91 The angle of arrival is determined by a line drawn from the hands, through the shoulders and hips, to the feet. The action of the squat, stoop or straddle begins upon hand contact with the horse. First Flight 1. Insufficient fli ght between the board and placement of hands on the horse up to 0.5 2. Body und er horizontal at moment of conta ct up to 2.0 3. Body between horizontal and 30째 up to 0.5 up to 0.3 4. Squat, stoop, straddle too soon up to 0.2 5. Leg position faults Support Phase 1. Shoulders ahead of hand s at moment of contact up to 0.3 2. Arms bent up to 0.5 3. Alternate Repulsion up to 0.3 4. Late Repulsion up to 0.3 5. Arms compl etely bentbody or head res ting on horse VOID Second Flight 1. Insufficient H eight up to 0.5

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2. Insufficient Length 3. Touching the feet on the horse 4. Support of the feet on the horse 5. Insufficient extension of body before landing 6. Leg position faults Landing 1. Poor direction 2. Lack of d ynamics 3. Landing out of balance 4. Fall or full support

up to 0.5 up to 0.3 VOID up to 1.0 up to 0.2 up to 0.3 up to 0.3 up to 0.3

0.5

Add IV. COMPULSORY VAULT A. Level 10 - Yamashita (WTC 2/90) Under B. Support Phase: Change #2 Late repulsion to : Insufficient Repulsion up to 0.5 Under C. Second Flight: Change #3 - Raise the deduction for insufficient hip angle from up to 0.30 to up to 0.5 Add #7: Late Pike up to 0.5 PAGE 13- VAULT TABLE Add the following revisions from 10/10/90: Change #S-4.99 to 4.99 R-O, FF 1/ 2 on- Front Tuck off Change #S-4.100 to S-4.102 R-O, FF 1/2 on- Front Tuck with 1/2 off Change #S-4.101 to S-4.l03 R-O, FF 1/2 on- 2/1 twist off Add #S-4.101 R-O,FFon-1 / 2 twistto 11 /2 Front Saito off...10.00 PAGE 14 - UNEVEN BARS Delete "B" as stated and change to read:The Un even Bars may be adjusted as many notches as necessary to facilitate swing. The only req uiremen t is that the Low Bar MAY NOT be lowered below FIG specification s (155 cm). Exception: Children's Division at any Level may move the HB and LB to facilitate their height & swing. PAGE 17 - UNDER "TECHNICAL" Add "K" - Clarification: Uprise backward to clear support (3.61), clear hip circle 0.65) are listed as 2 separate elements in the Code of Points. (C+.1 + B) If executed properly, the combination would receive C+.1 + B = C+.1 + C (VR) Add "L" - Clarification: FIG #2.106 Giant Full Pirouette = D+.1 (credit is also given if pirouette is executed with the first 1/ 2 turn in one direction and the second 1/ 2 turn in the opposite direction.) Add "M" - Clarificiation: Glide, Straddle back kip and glide, stoop through to back kip are considered two different elements. Add "N" - Clarification: If a spotting device is used for spotting release elements, it is recommended that a spotting block or folded mat be used; however, there is no penalty for standing on the board, provided that the board (or spotting device) is removed immediately after the release move is performed. PAGE 19 - Under IV. Compulsories Change "a." to "A" Level 10 Delete the deduction of 0.6 + 0.5 for turning uprise and change to read: Apply up to 0.3 deduction for incorrect timing of the turn (plus any additional amplitude or execu tion deductions). PAGE 19 Add "B" - LevelS Eliminate the amplitude deduction for the cast before the "squat on the low bar" in Compulsory Book , Page 91 and 183 #3 : Delete Insufficient amplitude of cast ...... up to 0.2 TECHNIQUE April - June 1991

PAGE 21 - BEAM Under F: Change to read: Mount and Dismount series may be considered for fulfilling the special requirement of gym, gym-aero and aero series; however, in order to fu lfill theacro series requirement,at least 2 elemen ts-one with flight- mllst be completed on the beam prior to the dismount. (FIG reinterpretation-WTC 1/91) Add Mount examples: 1. Round-off, flic-flac mount, to another flic-flac receives Acro series credit. 2. Press to cross handstand with 1/2 pirouette, step down to Back Walkover will not receive Acro series (neither element has flight) Add Dismount examples: 1. Flic-flac, Flic-flac, 1/ 1 twist will receive Acro series credit. 2. Round-off, Back saito with 1/1 twist will not receive Acro series credit (only one element completed on the beam) 3. Cartwheel, Back walkover, to 1/ 1 twist will not receive Acro series (neither element on the beam has flight) PAGE 28 - PRINCIPLES FOR ORIG. CONNECTIONS Make the following changes and/or additions : #2.1 Add to C + C..and more difficult #2.2 Add to C + C , B + D ... and more difficult #2.4 Change to #2.5 and change exception to read : 2 flic-flac step-outs to Back saito stretched with step-out Delete B + D + D and add: C + C + C = +0.20 With D, ie. B + B + D and more difficult = +0.20 #2.5 Change to #2.6 and add to With D (B + D and more difficult) #2.6 Change to#2.7 and change 3 C's to ... More than 2 C's Add to C + D ... and more difficult ADD: Principle #2 .4: Two acrobatic elements with flight phase and directional change (back and forth or in the same direction with directional change in one element) directly connected ... a) B + C +0.10 b) C + C +0.20 c) C + D and more difficult +0.20 PAGE 29 Add to VII Compulsories: "B" - LevelS, 6,& 7: The following major acrobatic elements may be reversed with no deduction: LevelS = Cross handstand & Cartwheel Level 6 = Back Walkover & Side Handstand Level 7 = Flic-flac & Cross Handstand, Back Walkover PAGE 33 - FLOOR EXERCISE, Under "Technical" CHANGE L, # 1: Clarification: Twisting elements and turns must be completed to within 1/ 8th of the technical requirement; if not, they are given the value of the element with 1800 less turn . If no such element is listed in the Code or Supplement, devalue one level. If the element is finished within 1/8 but not totally complete, deduct up to 0.15. If devalued, do NOT deduct for incomplete element; however, balance, execution and amplitude errors may be deducted . For J. O. competitions, if the gymnast's final position is closer to completion of the higher valued element, then give credit for the higher value-part element, but deduct up to 0.30. If the final position is half-way between the two elements (or less), give credit for the lesser valued element (if it has a value in the Code/Supplement) or devalue 1 level. 39

Examples: Dotted arrows indicate required finish position, solid arrows indicate range of actual finish position. 720° turn - C

2/1 Twist - C

([)

3/1 Twist - D +2

Give B credit for 540 turn Deduct up to .15

Give C credit for 2/1 twist deduct up to 0.3

Give D credit for 2 1/2 twist. Deduct up to 0.3 No bonus for orig. for 21 / 2.

Triple Turn - D +1 (1080°)

III Twist - B

111 Twist-B

Give D credit Give 0.1 bonus for Orig. Deduct up to 0.15

Give B credit for 1/2 twist Deduct up to 0.3

Give B credit for 1/1 Deduct up to 0.15

PAGE 33 Add "0"- Clarification: If the coach is on the Floor Exercise mat, the gymnast would receive a 1.0 DEDUCTION plus NO CREDIT for the pass /element. If the coach also assists (touches) the gymnast, an additional 0.5 penalty will be applied. Add "P"- Clarification: Shoushovnova #1.62 C +0.1 Must show a 180° straddle split position (body vertical), legs rotate rearward to attain a stretched body position in horizontal prior to landing. Add "Q"- Clarification: Popa #1 .90 D + 0.1 Must show a straddle pike jump position in any phase of the 360° turn. (legs at or above horizontal). Add "R" - Clarification: In order to evaluate the variety of jumps and leaps performed but NOT listed in the

Code or the USGFSupplement, the following guidelines should be used: Any leap or jump with a 360° turn in flight and a 180° split of the legs in flight - award a C +0.1 PAGE35-UnderV. Bonus, D.PrinciplesforOriginal Connections #3.1 Add to C + D... and more difficult #3.2 Add D + B + B... + 0.2 Add to D + B + C. .. and more difficult #3.3 C + A and D + A may not be reversed Add D + B or C, and more difficult... ..+ 0.2 #3.4 Change to #3.6 and change principle to read .. Direct Gymnastic Connections of at least three elements Add to C + C + D... and more difficult #3.5 Change to # 3.4 and Add to C + C + C: ... and more difficult #3.6 Change to #3.5 PAGE 36 - Add "VII. COMPULSORIES" A. Level 10 1. Body position failures in Saltos-deductthe Value of the Element. Add to the J.O. Compulsory Book on page 205 #38 and on page 157 to Specific Deductions: Pike or tuck. .. ... 0.6 Add "B" Level 5 #3 - Dive Cartwheel: Total absence of Flight - deduct the Value of the Element #8 - 360° turn: Gymnasts performs 1/ 2 turn, 1/2 turn - deduct Value of the Element Add "C" Level 5,6,&7 - Front Handspring: Total lack of Repulsion from Hands - Deduct the Value of the element. Add "0" Level 7: #45 "FREE" forward roll: If gymnast places palms on floor and supports the roll - deduct the Value of the Element. If the gymnast executes the forward roll without touching hands on floor - NO Deduction.

N ew Elements World Cup 1990 - Brussels - Oct. 26-28, 1990 Uneven Bars Ellen Berger

President, FIG/WTe

4.98

From rear support on HB - circle swing backward in clear pike support (Steinemann-Uprise) with stoop out backward to hang. (Li Li) 0 0.2

8.105

Supplement Dismount: 3/4 (270°) Giant swing circle forward on HB, double saito forward tucked with 1 / 2 (180°) twist. o 0.2

Jackie Fie

Vice President, FIG/WTe

Balance Beam 3.62 1 1/4 (450°) turn on back - hips strongly bent (in deep pike). (Li-Turn) e 0.2

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Men's Program

USGP Coaches Survey Junior Olympic Skills Testing Program The following survey information will be of great value to the USGF office, the Junior Coaches Staff, the Junior Olympic Program Committee and the Junior Technical Coordinator in determining the future direction of the Skills Testing Program. It is not necessary to sign or provide personal data. However, if you would choose to do so, please feel free to sign the form. The results will be published in Technique magazine. Thank you for your time. 1. Number of boys in program _ _ class program _ _ competitive program

9. If your athletes do not participate in testing, could you explain why?

10. Could you provide suggestions for the testing program in regard to motivation and visibility?

11. Could you provide suggestions for changes and possible additions in the specific skills?

2. Number of boys per age group in your competitive program? _ _5-6 _ _7-9 10-12 13-15 16-18 3. Number of boys .who participate in testing? _ __ 4. Number of boys per age group in testing? _ _8-9 10-11 6-7 12-13 _ _14-15 16-18

12. Do you use the testing skills in your gym, but, do not participate in testing? ~No Explain: Yes

5. In your experience, is there a correlation between the testing program participation and success in the competitive season? ~Yes ~No Explain:

13. Do you consider the team testing program to be a valuable tool in the progress and motivation of talented athletes? ~Yes

~No

6. In your experience,is there a correlation between testing success and the level of motivation to excel in the competitive season? (examples: poor testing = less motivation; good testing = greater motivation). ~Yes ~No Explain: 14. Do you feel that the team testing program is necessary / unnecessary or positive /detrimental to an athlete achieving national or international success? 7. In your experience, is there a correlation between lack of success in testing and an athlete dropping out of gymnastics? ~Yes ~No Explain: 15. Do you feel that the testing program has a place for athletes other than those you consider to be of high talent level? Please explain:

8. In your opinion, do the athletes understand the purpose of testing? ~Yes ~No Explain:

Please provide any other information which you feel might be useful to the aforementioned groups regarding testing. Deadline for return of this questionnaire is May 15, 1991. Return to: USGF Men's Program Administrator, Pan American Plaza, Suite 300, 201 S. Capitol Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46225

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Women's Minutes

Womens Technical Committee Dallas, Texas January 11 & 12, 1991 Region I Region II Region III Region IV Region V Region VI Region VI Region VIII Chairman NETC ABC NECC NAWGJ NJOPCC

Joa nne Pasquale Karen Wisen Lesley Ogg Linda Beran Carolyn Bowers Linda Chencinski Cheryl Hamilton Ma rion Dykes Marilyn Cross Audrey Schweyer (a bsent) Mary Ann Ma honey Roe Kreutzer Yvonne Hodge Mark Cook

I. CORRECTION TO THE JULY 1990 MINUTES: XI. Should read: "Clarification regarding the J.O . Committee's recommendation that for Levels 5, 6, 7 and 10 ... " II. J.O. COMPULSORY DEDUCTIONS Recommendation that for Levels 5, 6, 7, & 10, the total amplitude and execution (including any fall) deductions taken on a major element are not to exceed the value of the element plus 0.5. EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1,1991 Motion - Joanne Pasqua le Second - Ka ren Wisen PASSED

Recommendation that the deduction for changing or omitting a major element be increased to 1.0 plus the value of the element. EFFECTIVE AUGUST I, 1991 Motion - Joanne Pasquale Second - Karen Wisen PASSED

III. J.O. TECHNICAL HANDBOOK The Women's J.O. Technical Handbook revision is in the final stages of review . Marilyn will work with Connie and Linda Beran for the final p roof. IV. ELEMENT SUPPLEMENT CORRECTIONS Vault (FIG) 1.65

shou ld be va lued as a 9.9 (Chart is correct) Page 58

Uneven Bars 5-2.86 is the sa me move as 5 3.80. 5-8.45 wrong illustration, Use ill ustra tion u nd er S8.74 5-8.72 wrong illustra tions illustra tion should show another 1/2 twist 5-8.74 wrong illustration - shoul d come from a clea r 5-8.76 strad d le circle forward Page 29. Beam 5-1 .18 delete and becomes 5-1.47. (B va lue)

V. VAULT The Round Off Entry Vault Proposal from the J.O. Committee to the USGF Board of Directors was discussed. This p roposal would allow the use of the Round Off Entry Vault (with restrictions which are to be d etermined ) for the J.O. Olympic Level 10 Program . J.O. Committee w ill set restrictions. Discussion was held on changing Vault Values for the USGF J.O. Program . Connie w ill be working on a proposal. 42

Corrections to Squat, Stoop and Straddle vault deductions: (see Technique, Vol. 10, No. 2, p . 46). First Flight 2. Body u nder horizontal at moment of contact ... up to 2.0 Eliminate #3 - Body at horizontal Second Flight 5. Insufficient extension of bod y before land ing .. . up to 1.0

VI. NAWGJ Yvonne reported on the activities of N AWGJ. Yvonne has been communicating with the NAWGJ Board / State Directors and the USGF personnel on a weekly basis. All parties feel that this communication has helped our working relationship. Yvonne has added a space on the contract for USGF Professional numbers to insure that membership requirements can be met prior to the competition. The USGF and NAWGJ are finalizing a National contract. VII. NEW ELEMENTS New elements MUST be submitted to the Meet Referee on the Official Element form in the appendix in the Rules and Policies (xv). New Elements MUST be submitted to the Regional Technical Chairman on the Official Form fo r evaluation. (A video tape with the element shown 3 to 5 times MAY be required by the RTC) . Elements should be submitted a minimum of 1 month prior to the competition at w hich it will be competed . The evaluation w il. be returned to each coach in writing. This w ritten evalua tion will be valid for one competitive yea r (up to and including N ational Championships). The w ritten evaluation from the RTC must be submitted to the Meet Referee prior to the Judges' Meeting at the National Competition. The Meet Referee w ill then submit this element to the NTC for evaluation at the next WTC meeting. Recommendation that new elements correctly submitted and successfully PERFORMED at J.O. Level 10 Nationals by only one gymnast, will be named for the gymnast in the USGF Supplement. Motion Lind a Beran Second Ma rion Dykes PASSED

VIII. ELEMENT EVALUATIONS Uneven Bars 1. Mou nts "A" Parts RO, 1/ 2 turn glide kip 5-1.1 4 S-1.1 5 Straddle jump with hand support over LB, 1/2 (180째) turn to glide kip "B" Parts 5-1.46 Jump w ith 1 /1 (360 0 )turn to long ha ng kip 5-1.47 Stradd le jump with hand su pport over LB, 1/1 (360째) turn to ca tch H B Jump 1/1 (360째) turn to glid e, reverse kip 5-1.48 2. Circles "0 " Parts S-2.903 H indorf (#2.100) tucked (+0.2) 5-2.904 Gia nt circle backwa rd to handsta nd on HB, release ca tch LB into glide (similar to 2.96 but (+0.2) from a giant) 3. Backswings - casts "B" Pa rts S-3.41 Hea ly tw irl to rear support

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5. Stretched swings forwa rd "B" Parts 5-5.34 From handstand, swing down between the bars, 1/1 (360°) turn at HB level to mixed grip 6. LeI!: swings "CY. Parts 5-6.66 Counter swing on HB to 1/ 1 (360°) twisting straddle back over LB to glide on LB "0" Pa rts 5-6.98 Front giant, free stoop vault and 1/2 (180°) turn over HB (+0. 1) 5-6.99 Front giant, free stradd le vault forward and 1/2 (1 80°) turn over HB (+0.1) 7. Kips "A" Parts 5-7. 12 From rear support on H B, fa ll forwa rd to inverted pikeswing, release 1 hand, 1 /2 (180°) turn in und ergrip "B" Pa rts 5-7.44 Back kip, hop w ith 1 / 1 (360°) turn to ca tch HB "c" Parts 5-7.65 From hand stand , stoop through to seat circle forwa rd over HB to a clear extended support near handstand (Adler) (+0.2) 8. Dismounts "A" Parts 3/4 Front Giant to front saito stretched 5-8.13 "B" Pa rts 5-8.48 3/4 Front giant to front saito stretched w ith 1/2 (1 80 0 ) twist "c" Parts 5-8.79 From handstand on HB,swingdown between the bars wi th cross hand change, saito forward with 1 1/ 2 (540°) twist 5-8.80 Whipsalto (Tanac) with 1/2 (180 0 )twist 5-8.81 Giant circle backward to handstand on LB, tuck saito backward off LB (+0.1 ) "0" Parts 5-8.1 07 Flyaway double saito backward stretched, then piked (+0.2) Balance Beam 1. Mounts "B" Pa rts 5-1.47 From a stand, free stradd le jump backwa rds to front support "C" Parts From a front stand, free straddle jump to clear 5-1.84 rear support 5-1.85 Free jump with switch split to free cross split (+0.2) "0 " Pa rts (+0.1) 5-1.113 FIG #1.92 piked . 2. Leaps, jumps "C"Parts 5-2.80 From a side stand , jump to 180° side split, legs rotate backward s and arms reach to the beam to fini sh in a back hip circle or prone support (5-2.78 with different fini shing positions) (+0.2) 5-2.81 Double hitch kick in piked posi tion (+0.1) 3. Turns "B" Parts 5-3.38 1/ 1 (360°) back spin 6. Rolls 5-6.38 Cast 1/1 (360°) twist to front support 7. Walkovers, cartwheels, etc. "B" Pa rts Va ldez with 1 /2 (180°) pirouette in hand5-7.47 stand "c" Pa rts 5-7.84 Side aerial from knee Floor Exercise -1. Gymnastics leaps, jumps and hops "B" Pa rts Forwa rd split jump (180°) with 3/4 or 1/2 5-1.47 turn "c" Parts S-1.81 Tuck jump 1 1/2 (540 0 ) 0 5-1.82 Ring jump w ith 1/1 (360 ) turn (+0.1) 5-1.83 Forward split (180°) jump with 1/ 1 (3600 ) turn (+0.1 ) 5-1.84 Chainee turn (180 0 + 1800 ) immed iate switch leg leap with 1/2 (180°) turn before landing (+0.2) 5-1.85 Pi ke jump (legs above horizontal with body vertical, legs rotate rea rwa rd to attain a stretched bod y position in hori zontal prior to (+0.1) landing in front lying support)

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"0" Parts Hop with 1/ 1 (360°) turn w ith 1 leg ex tended 5-1.97 at hori zontal (90°), upon landing on base leg im med iately initiate a 2/ 1 (720°) turn on 1 leg, placing free leg at end of double turn (+0.2) 7. Wa lkovers, cartwheels, etc. "B" Parts" 5-7.34 Pike jump, then ex tend (open) backwa rd to flic fl ac 5-7.35 Back dive with pike toe touch, open to prone position (Nakiya ma) Aerial RO w ith 2 foot takeoff (Barani) 5-7.36 8. 5altos "B" Parts 5-8.40 Back saito stretched to split sit 5-8.41 Arabian saito tucked or piked w ith a 1/4 (90°) turn "C" Parts 5-8.64 Back sai to stretched with 1/1 (360°) split sit

Recommendations to accept the element evaluations as presented. Motion - Linda Beran Second - Carolyn Bowers PASSED

IX. SELECTION OF JUDGES FOR NA T'L MEETS Marilyn distributed forms to be used when submitting names for judging assignments at N ational Meets. If the Regional Boards have a "rank order" or preference for the judges submitted from their regions for National assignment, the list should be submitted to Maril yn in that ord er. Otherw ise a "rotation ord er w ill be used . All judges MUST have the proper compulsory rating and be actively judging at the Level of the competition. X. BASE SCORE LEVEL 10 VIDEOS Committee reviewed their independent evaluations done on the routines. Connie w ill prepare the final w ritten text fo r immediate distribution. Connie thanked the committee for their input on this most important project. The purpose of these videos is to provide consistency throughout the country. XI. J.O. PROGRAM COMMITTEE REPORT Mark reported to the committee on the activities of the J.O. Program. The Committee has set timelines for the d evelopment of the next cycle compulsories. The new Dance Program will be introduced at national symposiums connected w ith J.O. National Competitions. XII. J.O. TECHNICAL Clarification: In Level 10 Compulsory/Optional competitions, there is No deduction for performing pendel kip mount in the optional exercise. However, if it is followed by a handstand pirouette, a 0.3 deduction (for use of compulsory mount) will be applied. Delete "P" in the Technical Handbook (page 11) Add to page 11 : 1/ 2 - 1 /2 vault must turn in the same the direction 1/ 4 - 1/4 vault must turn in opposite direction Reinterpretation by FIG: In order to receive credit for the special requirement of an acro series on beam, at least two elements must be completed on the beam. (Effective immediately) (A Round-off full twist dismount will not fulfill acro series requirement. - Flight series performed in the mount will count, i.e. Round-off flic flac mount into flic flac). Recommendation that affiliated judges MA Y be used as chief or panel judges at sanctioned OPEN invitational competitions (non-qualifying) provided that the judging panels are listed on the pre-meet information. Mo tion - Linda Beran Second - Lesley Ogg PASSED

XIII. ELITE PROGRAM Junior"B" testing program was presented with unapproved minutes of the Elite Conference Call. The committee was informed on the evaluation process of the program as well as the new "Dance Event." XIV. ELITE COURSE SELECTION CRITERIA Kathy Kelly presented a proposal of the selection criteria for participants to the Elite Course. The proposal presented objective criteria for qualification to the course as well as standard for pass / fail. The committee discussed the proposal and made amendments. Final decision will be made at the next meeting. Letters of invitations will be sent the first quarter of 1992. XV. TRAINING CAMPS Kathy thanked the members of the Technical Committee who have assisted with National Team Training Camps. The coaches are appreciative of the expertise tha tthese indi vid uals ha ve brought to the camps. Joanne and Marion assisted one camp and Marilyn and Audrey have been to all camps and will again be in attendance this January. XVI. ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD Mary Ann announced that Regional positions are up for election this spring. Election are to be completed by June 1. A nominating committee (Regional Board) and an appointed Election Commission will be conducting this process, following nominations from the membership. Budget concerns were expressed. Regional Accounts are low and the Administrative Board will be working on fund raising mechanisms.

XVII. JUDGES CERTIFICATION, INC. Contract between USGF and JCI is in place. Marilyn will be developing the approval process for new test, active status, testing fees, etc. Connie Maloney will be the USGF liaison with JCI. Connie will attend the February meeting and clarify the approval process. Sharon Weber will remain the USGF liaison with NAWGJ. XVIII. JUDGES' TRAINING COMMISSION Sharon Weber reported on the activities of her committee. Sharon's committee and Connie have been working on the judges' training films and the base scores for J.O. Program. XIX. WTC GOALS 1. Training Films and Base Scores for optional levels 7 &8. 2. Element Video Tapes for Bars, Beam and Floor. 3. FIG Code of Points Video 4. Judges' Training Commission will be creating a system for training of the new gymnast/judge. Carolyn Bowers has written a proposal for this project that will serve as the basis in the development.

Next meeting of the

WTe - October 19, 20, 1991

Approved: (Mike Jacki), JanuanJ, 1991

Womens Elite Program Committee Conference Call, January 9, 1991 Region I Region II Region III Region IV Region V Region VI Region VII Region VIII Chairman ETC ABC WPA

Nancy Roach Resigned Jim Jarrett Jim Schlott Gary Warren Gary Anderson Kip Reed Absent- family emergency Roe Kreutzer Audrey Schweyer Mary Ann Mahoney Kathy Kelly

Roe Kreutzer opened the call and expressed congratulations and appreciation to the committee for their fine work on the new Junior B Testing Program. The program is developmentally sound and will form the basis of the Elite talent indentification program. The December Training camp was very instramental as the final "testing" ground for the new program. Roe expressed special thanks to Nancy Roach for the leadership she demonstrated in the development of the progam and to the training Camp staff, Tammy Biggs, Mary Faulkenberry, Muriel Grossfeld and Steve Elliott for their input and assistance. 44

Discussion concerning the format of the testing program at the spring Regional competitions was held. Gary Warren, Roe, Audrey and Kathy reported on the particular concerns that surfaced in the "mock testing" that was conducted during the Training Camp. Viewpoints were expressed as to the benefits as well as the difficulties that might occur within the Regions. Recommendation that the Junior B Testing Program MUST be conducted at the Regional Meets but will NOT COUNT as part of the qualifying score to the Classic Meet. Motion - Jim Jarrett Second - Gary Warren PASSED

Recommendation that the qualifying score to U.S. Classic from regionals be a 35.00 AA Optionals. Motion - Kip Reed Second - Gary Warren PASSED

The National Team Training Squad will be iden tified at the U.s. Classics. The number of the sqaud will be determined in a conference call after the Regional Competitions.

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Men's Minutes

Men's Program ......., . Lommlttee 1990 Winter Nationals USOTC, Colorado Springs, CO Nov. 30-Dec. I, 1990 Greg Buwick, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m. Roll Call: Members Present: Sr. Coaches Rep., Chairman Greg Buwick Dave Mickelson NCAA Rep., Secretary Athletes Council Rep. Jim Hartung Vice President for Men Jim Howard Gene Watson Jr. Coaches Rep. Peter Kormann Sr, Coaches Rep. Harry Bjerke NGJA Rep. Kevin Mazeika proxy for Yoichi Tomita Robert Cowan M.P.A. (voice, no vote) Mas Watanabe USGF Men's Tech. Coordinator (voice, no vo te) Members Absent: Bill Roetzheim FIG/MTC member Guests: Cheryl Grace USGF Asst. Executive Director Tom Schlesinger athlete Patrick Kirksey athlete

1. ELECTION OF A NEW MPC SECRETARY

Motion that Dave Mickelson be the secretary of the Men's Program Committee. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Jim Hartung PASSED (8-0-0)

II. APPROVAL OF PAST MPC MINUTES Motion to approve the minutes of the 1990 USGF Congress meeting. Motion - Jim Howard Second - Greg Buwick PASSED (8-0-0)

Motion to approve the minutes of the Conference Call on November 20, 1990. Motion - Harry Bjerke Second - Greg Buwick PASSED (8-0-0)

III. ATHLETE GRIEVANCE Tom Schlesinger and Patrick Kirksey presented a proposal for the reallocation of Athlete support monies available to the competitors at the Winter Nationals. Their proposal was prompted by an earlier action by the MPC to "protect" National team member's rank position and support because of international competition in conflict with the Winter Nationals. Motion to accept compromise proposal from Patrick Kirksey and Tom Schlesinger. Motion - Harry Bjerke Second - Jim Hartung PASSED (8-0-0)

IV. WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS FINAL TRIALS Jim Hartung expressed the concern that a final trials was necessary to choose the best team for the 1991

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World Championships. Discussion ensued regarding the problems of fitting the trials into the tight schedule of the summer of 1991 and the need for the athletes to peak too many times. No motion was presented. V. PETITIONS ONTO THE NATIONAL TEAM Motion to accept the petition to place John Roethlisbergeronto the National Team in an unranked position. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (8-0-0)

Motion to accept the petition to place Mike Racanelli onto the National Team in an unranked position. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (8-0-0)

VI. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ATHLETES TO THE AMERICAN CUP Motion to continue to use the policy developed 12/41 88 to recommend athletes to the American Cup: 1. USA National Champion 2. Highest placing gymnast in an international competition 3. Winter Nationals Champion 4. Defending American Cup Champion (if American) 5. Rank order from Winter Nationals. Motion - Peter Kormann Second - Jim Hartung PASSED (6-1-1)

VII. 1991 USGF ELITE REGIONAL SITES Motion to accept the bid from Ron Brant for the United States Olympic Training Center to host the West regional. Motion - Dave Mickelson Second - Kevin Mazeika PASSED (8-0-0)

Motion to accept the bids of the Parkettes, the University of Wisconsin and the University of Oklahoma to host the remaining regionals. Motion - Harry Bjerke Second - Dave Mickelson PASSED (8-0-0)

VIII. COMPULSORY DOCUMENT REVISION Jim Howard presented the latest revisions to the USGF 1992 Olympic Compulsory document. Motion to accept the latest compulsory document as of January 1, 1991. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (8-0-0)

Gratitude was expressed by the MPC for the time and effort devoted to the project by the Compulsory Committee and special thanks was expressed by Mr. Howard to his secretary for her efforts. XI. JR. ELITE REPRESENTATION TO THE MPC Motion thatthe coaches of the 8-manJr. Elite National Team selected at the U.S. National Championships will each have a vote for the Senior Coaches representative to the MPC.

Motion - Kevin Mazeika Second - Greg Buwick PASSED (8-0-0)

X. ASSIGNMENTS FOR 1991 EVENTS Motion to decline the opportunity for a dual meet with the Federal Republic of Germany in April of 1991 and accept a competition with the Romanian Team if an opportunity with the USSR is not available. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (8-0-0)

Motion to assign Lance Ringnald to the Paris Bercy competition and if unavailable use rank order from the National Team and assign athletes to the Moscow News by rank order from the National Team. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (8-0-0)

Motion to assign athletes to the Competition with Romaina by rank order from the National Team. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Kevin Mazeika PASSED (8-0-0)

XI. NEW FIG INTERNATIONAL SCHEDULE Information was presented regarding the new FIG international schedule. Discussion followed focusing on the various implications and opportunities that may arise. No motions were presented. XII. 1991 GAME PLAN Mas Watanabe presented his ideas on the necessary preparation, goals and schedule for 1991 leading up to the 1991 World Championships. The major points of the presentation follow: 1. Continue the emphasis we have been placing on the compulsories. 2. Do our best to place second only to the Soviets at the Barcelona pre-Olympic competition. 3. Investigate the potential benefits of a sports psychologist in our National Team Training. 4. The importance of a detailed training program for the National Team members. A very detailed sample plan was presented at this point and it will be presented to the Elite Coaches Association for their input. Motion to adjourn until 11:00 a.m. Sunday morning December 1, 1990 Motion - Dave Mickelson Second - Gene Watson PASSED (8-0-0)

Meeting adjourned at 2:40 p.m. December 1, 1990 Greg Buwick, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 11:15 a.m .. Roll Call Members Present, Bill Roetzheim Members Absent: Guests: Cheryl Grace

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XII. 1991 GAME PLAN (cont.) Discussion resumed at this point on the 1991 game plan presented by Mas Watanabe on 11 /30/91. Mr. Watanabe suggested the MPC wait until the NCAA MPC meeting to make a decision on the plan. This would allow for disbursement to the coaches along with a request for input. Greg Buwick directed Mas Watanabe and Robert Cowan to select a taskforce to work on a proposal regarding the 1991 game plan. This proposal will be

distributed to the MPC two weeks prior to the NCAA meeting of the MPC It was the sense of the meeting that this would give ample time for a variety of coaches to input ideas. XIII. COACHES/JUDGES SYMPOSIUM Bill Roetzheim spoke on the Coaches/Judges Symposium scheduled for March 19-20, 1991. This will be part of developing the 1993 edition of the Code of Points. Objectives of the Symposium will be to open discussion on ways to make the Code of Points more objective. Chairman Buwick directed Robert Cowan to coordinate the input of coaches on possible topics for the presentation . It was the sense of the meeting that the USA representatives should be the coach and judge we send to the Paris-Bercy competition. Robert Cowan will be the third member of the delegation and will make the presentation. XIV. TEAM LEADER FOR 1991 PAN AM GAMES Motion that Robert Cowan be the Team Leader for the Pan American Games. George Beckstead will be the alternate. Motion - Jim Howard Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (9-0-0)

XV. TEAM LEADER SELECTION PROCESS FOR 1992 OLYMPIC GAMES Motion that the Men's Program Administratorwill be the team leader for the Men's 1992 Olympic Team. Motion - Jim Howard Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (9-0-0)

XVI. USOTC PERMANENT RESIDENT ATHLETE CRITERIA Motion to accept the criteria for permanent resident athletes at the USOTC Motion - Da ve Mickelson Second - Harry Bjerke PASSED (9-0-0)

XVII. ATHLETE SUPPORT PROGRAM After some discussion it was decided to table the development of an athlete support program philosophy statement until a later date. A 10 minute break was called by Chairman Buwick at 12:20 pm. When the meeting resumed it was decided to address Agenda item #19 due to the direct relationship to the Athlete Support program concerns of Agenda item #17. XIX. ROLE OF WINTER NATIONALS IN OUR NATIONAL PROGRAM Discussion centered around the inconvenient timing of Winter Nationals with respect to various important international competitions, protection of athletes, and the need for twice yearly evaluation with respect to the Athlete Support program. Motion that Winter Nationals in 1992 will be February 7-8 at the USOTC The last day to qualify to the Winter Nationals will be January 26, 1992. Since the Winter Nationals were previously in December, this motion means there will be no Winter Nationals in 1991. Motion - Harry Bjerke Second - Jim Howard PASSED (8-0-1)

At this point the meeting returned to Agenda item #17. XVII. ATHLETE SUPPORT PROGRAM With the Winter Nationals in February, adjustments must be made to the payment of monies to the eligible athletes.

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Motion that in 1991 athletes who qualify for support monies at the 1991 U.S. Nationals will receive the monies as usual from July through December. Athletes who qualify for support monies at the 1992 Winter Nationals (Feb. 7-8, 1992) will receive the monies retroactively from January I, 1992 through 'une 1992. Motion - Greg Buwick Second - Bill Roetzheim PASSED (9-0-0) XIX. COACHES SUPPORT PROGRAM Chai rman Buwick appointed a taskforce to investiga te possible changes in the Coaches Support program. The taskforce w ill present their findings and recomm end ations at the NCAA meeting. Members: Greg Buwick Fred Roethlisberger, Pres. Elite Coaches Assn. Kevin Mazeika Gene Watson XX. PRIZE MONEY Concerns were expressed with regard to the distribution of prize money, won at major international events, between gymnasts, coaches and possibly judges. After long and thoughtful discussion on the possible ramifications, it was deemed inappropriate to take any action at this time. XXI. FOREIGN COACHES Dieter Hoffmann, Vladimir Artemov, Niokolai A ndrianov. Robert Cowan informed the committee that the above mentioned athletes and coaches have expressed a desire to emigrate to the United States. A major concern for the men's program should be how to best

utilize the talents of these men, and others that may fo llow due to the changing conditions in eastern Europe,if they do in fac t come to the "land of opportunity." This was an infor mational item, no action was taken. XXII. NEW BUSINESS Revision to the USGF Men's Elite Requirements for 1991 Motion: On page 2, item #6, delete the 'D' before HB releases. The item will now read: An additionaiiandingmat of up to 8" will be permitted for th e 'D' mounts on FX, 'D' vaults,'D' dismounts, (except PH) and HB releases. There will be a 0.3 deduction for use of any additional matting not in accordance with this rule. Motion - Jim Howard Second - Bill Roetzheim PASSED (9-0-0) At this point, Bill Roetzheim wished to express some concerns and food for thought regarding the future success of the men's program . Mr. Roetzheim's comments were directed along the lines of accountability and responSibility, w ith the question raised about if the U.s. system has anyone in a position of accountability and if not do we need to change the system in ord er to be more successful at the international level. No motion was presented. Motion to adjourn. Motion - Dave Mickelson Second - Gene Watson PASSED (9-0-0) The meeting was adjoul'l1ed at 2:50 p.m .. The above is true and aCCllrnte to the best of my knowledge. Signed, (Dave Mickelson), Jan. 7,1991 Approved, (Mike JackO

Mens Program Committee Conference Call, January 31, 1991 The call was put up at 7:00 p .m . EST. Roll Call: Members Present: Greg Buwick Jim Howard Peter Kormann Gene Watson Yoichi Tomita Harry Bjerke Jim Hartung Mas Watanabe Robert Cowan Members Absent: Bill Roetzheim Dave Mickelson

Elite Coaches Rep., Chairman Vice President for Men Elite Coaches Rep. Jr. Coaches Rep. Jr. Coaches Rep. NGJA Rep. Athletes Rep. USGF Men s Tech. Coordina tor (voice, no vote) M.P.A. (voice, no vote) FIG/MTC member

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I. CHAINEY UMPHREY PETITION Request by Art Shurlock for Chainey Umphrey to be placed on national team in unranked position. MOTION - Greg Buwick SECOND - Harry Bjerke PASSED - Unanimously II. PERMANENT RESIDENT ATHLETE REQUESTS Robert Cowan explained that there were three requests and gave the circu mstances for each request. There is currently one space available. Calvin Booker U. of Mass. U. of Minn Jay Caputo Bill Mulholland NHAAG _V1otion to decline Calvin Booker's request as this athlete does not meet the criteria of the United States TECHNIQUE April - June 1991

Olympic Committee and the Mens Program Committee. MOTION - Harry Bjerke SECOND - Greg Buwick PASSED - Unanimously Motion to accept Bill Mulholland's requestfor USOTC Permanent Resident Athlete status, to be reviewed after the USA Championships. MOTION - Greg Buwick SECOND - Gene Watson PASSED - Unanimously Motion to accept Jay Caputo's request with the understanding that no food and lodging is available at this time. If Jay wishes to train at the USOTC, the permission is granted, with evaluation after USA Championships. MOTION - Greg Buwick SECOND - Harry Bjerke PASSED - Unanimously III. NEW BUSINESS Robert Cowan explained the circumstances surrounding the USA-Romanian Men's dual meet for April 2627. Discussion about the selection procedures for the team was the main topic. No action was taken. Motion to adjourn. MOTION - Harry Bjerke SECOND - Gene Watson PASSED - Unanimously Call ended at 7:42 pm. Robert Cowan, Mens Program Administrator, 2/91 (acting in absence of Dave Mickelson) Signed (M ike JackO, 2/91

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