Technique Magazine - April 1997

April 1997 Vol. 17, #4

AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF USA GYMNASTICS

Inside President's Message 1997 GymFest to be Held At Disney's Wide World Of Sports National Health Care Referral Network Small Ribbon Patterns USA Gymnastics Gym Corps "Get It Going" Athlete Wellness Coaches Cou rse 1997 USA Gymnastics National Congress 1997 Congress Schedule 1997 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships - Ticket Information USA

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publisher Editor Designer Men's Program Director

Ka thy Scanlon Steve Whitlock Cindy L. Reed

Administration

Ron Galimore

President's Message

Kathy Kelly

1997 USA Gymnastics National GymFest

Women's Program

Directar Rhythmic Program Director

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1997 GymFest to be Held at Disney's Wide World of Sports

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Nora Campbell

Athlete Wellness Program USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Choir:londy Knopp; President: Kolhy lcanlon; President Emeritus: Mike Donohue; Amateur Athleti' Union: Mike Iionner; Ameri,on Sokol Organization: Jerry Milan; USA Trampoline &

National Health Care Referral Network Athlete Wellness Coaches Course

Tumbling: Woyne Downing; American Turners: Belly Heppner;

Rhythmic Gymnastics

Jewish Community Centers: lori Ka tz; College Gymnastics AS5ociotion-M: Roy Johnson; National Association of (olle-

Small Ribbon Pal/ems

giate Gymnastics Coaches for Women: Gail Davis; Notional Association for Girls and Women in Sport: Marilyn Strawbridge; Notional Association of Women' 5 Gymnastics Judges: Yvonne

USA Gymnastics Gym Corps

Hodge; Notional Collegiate Athleti' Association: (hril Voelz, Tom Dunn; National Federation of State High S,hool Associations: Susan True; National Gymnastics Judges Association:

John I,heer; Notional High I,hool Gymnastics Coo,hes Association: John Brinkwo~h; Ipeciol Olympics, Inc_: Kate foberHi,kie; U.S. Rhythmi, Gymnastics Coo,hes Associotion:luzie DITullio; U.S. Association of Independent Gym Clubs: lance (rowley; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Men's Gymnastics: Mark Williams; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Women's Gymnastics:Gory Anderson, RoeKreutzer; U.S. Men's Gymnastics Coaches Association: Marc Yancey;U.S. Sports Acrobatics Federation:Bonnie Davidson;U.S. Competitive Sports Aerobics Federation: Howard Shwartz;Young Men's Christian Associa-

tion of the USA: Ri,k DodlOn; UIA Gymnastics Nalionol Membership Directors: Men's: Jim Holt. Ray Gum; Women's:

Lindo (heminski. David Holcomb; Rhythmic: Alia Ivirsky. Tomoro 00110; Athlete's Advisory Committee: Tonyo lervice (hoplin. ,hair; (hril Woller. vice ,hair; Krilten Kenoyer Woodland, sec; Wendy Hilliord, VoneslO Vander Pluym, Peter Vidmor. (onrod VoorlOnger, Kim Imeskol; USOC Athlete Representative: Mi,helle DUllerreforrell_

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Application for USAGymnastics Gym Corps in Africd - Summer 1997 USA Gymnastics Gym Corpos

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Kinder Accreditation for Teachers Levell KA TWorkshop Registration

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Rhythmic Gymnastics "Get It Going" -Introduce Rhythmic Gymnastics to Your Program

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1997 Congress 1997 USA Gymnastics National Congress 1997 Pre-Registration Form 1997 Congress Schedule 1997 Congress Add-Ons Registration Form

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1997 John Hancock Championships 1997 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships - Ticket Information

USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Women's J.O. National Workshops

Choir: londy Knopp; Special Advisor to the Chairman of the Boord: Roe Kreutzer; President: Kolhy Icon Ion; Secretory: Mike

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Tim Doggett;Vice Choir Rhythmic: (and ace Feinberg; FIG Executive Committee: Joy Ashmore; FIG Women's Technical Com-

mittee: Jockie fie; fiG Rhythmi, Techni,ol Committee: Andrea I'hmid-Ihopiro; FIG Men's Techni,ol Committee: George Becklteod; At large Members: Jim Horlung, IUlonTrue; Athlete Diredors: Tanya lervice (hoplin, Wendy Hilliord, Peter Vidmor; USOC Athlete Representative: Mi,helle DUllerre-for rell; President Emeritus: Mike Donohue.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Kathy Scanlan

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ne of the responsibilities that falls to the President of USA Gymnastics is the enforcement of the USA Gymnastics Code of Ethics. The current Code of Ethics was adopted by the Board of Directors in the fall of 1995. It is periodically reviewed by the Ethics Committee with appropriate modifications made. We print the Code of Ethics annually in Technique and USA Gymnastics. We also publish in both magazines a list of people whose memberships have been terminated and are banned from membership.

It is important that we police our own ranks. If yo u know or suspect that someone may have seriously violated the Code of Ethics, or certainly if they been arrested, it should be reported to m y office or to any of the State or Regional Chairs. I assure you that we will follow up and be fair to our members in the process and mindful of the trust that athletes and parents place in us and in our professional members .

Although we receive a wide variety of complaints related to the Code of Ethics, the most serious generally involves one of the three types of behavior noted below. The diScipline imposed by the President can range from warning, to probation, to suspension, or termination of membership.

Criminal Behavior: The Board of USA Gymnastics has adopted a policy that disqualifies from m embership in USA Gymnastics any individual w ho has been convicted of or who has entered a plea of guilty or no contest to a criminal charge or indictment involving sexual misconduct, child abuse, or conduct violating a law specifically designed to protect minors. When I receive a report that a member has been arrested or charged with such a crime, m y first action is to request verification from our investigator. (Our investigator was formerly w ith the FBI and is on retainer to USA Gymnastics to investigate m ember mis-conduct allegations and to advise on security matters.) Once written confirmation of the arrest or indictm ent is received, m embership is suspended. If convicted, membership is terminated. USA Gymnastics retains the right to conduct its own inves tigation in the event that a member is found not guilty in the criminal courts or in the event that a conviction is subsequently overturned on appeal. Please inform me as soon as possible if you believe that a professional member of USA Gymnastics has been charged with criminal behavior. We will follow up immediately.

pacity and quality of the athlete's consent to enter that relationship is beyond question. It is inconsistent with this obligation for any member to: 1. Solicit or engage in sexual relations with any minor.

Engage in sexual harassment by making unwelcome advances, requests for sexual favors or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature where such conduct creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment." When an allegation is received that such behavior has occurred, the member is notified and is provided with an opportunity to respond . Depending on the nature of the allegation and the response, we may elect to pursue our own investigation through the services of our investigator.

Abusive Behavior: The Code of Ethics is clear that coaching abuse, either physical or verbal is not acceptable. Section II A of the Code states that it is inconsistent with the obligations of a professional member to "Engage in conduct toward another participant in the sport which is abusive. USA Gymnastics recognizes that the process for training and motivating athletes w ill vary with each coach and each athlete, but it is nevertheless incumbent on everyone involved in the sport to support the development and use of motivational and training methods which avoid conduct which is, or is likely to be perceived as being, abusive." When I receive an allegation of abusive coaching behavior, I forward a copy of the letter of complaint to the member for response . Based on that response and on the nature of the complaint, we may elect to pursue an independent investigation. In general, in these inves tigations we will be attempting to determine w hether the member has in fact engaged in a pattern of abusive behavior that should result in disciplinary action.

Sexual Abuse or Harassment Which Has Not Resulted in a Criminal Charge: I occasionally receive complaints of sexual mis-conduct which h as not resulted in criminal charges. Section II G of the Code sta tes that: " Professional Members of USA Gymnastics must protect the integrity of the sport and the interests of the athletes they serve by avoiding sexual relationships with a thletes except w here the caApril1 997

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1997 USA Gymnastics National GymFest

1997 GYMFEST TO BE HELD AT DISNEY'S WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS

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isney's new Wide World of Sports complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando will serve as the venue for the 1997 USA Gymnastics National GymFest.

Tentative schedule: August 24 (Sun.)

August 25 (Mon.) August 26 (Tues.)

August 27 (Wed.)

Rehearsals (All-day) 4:30-6:00 PM - Opening Ceremony 7:00-10:00 PM - Welcome Party Gym Fest rehearsals and performances (all day) Gym Fest rehearsals and performances (all day) The Gym Fest Gala Performance

• Up to 4-days admission to the Magic Kingdom®, Epcot®, and Disney-MGM Studios® with park-hopping privileges using the VIP'Passport • Disney Magic Music Days T-shirt and lapel pin • Use of the Walt Disney World transportation system linking the Parks NOTE: The VIP Passport is available to all performing members in the group and one chaperone per every five paid MMD performers. Groups receive two FREE VIP Passports for their Group Leaders. Standard admission is available to the remaining members of your traveling party.

Accommodations Take Advantage of Special Packages

Registration All participants must first register with their Group (Club).

Group Leaders should contact USA Gymnas tics to obtain Registration packets containing information about how to contact Walt Disney Sports Reservations to secure accommodations. Competitive air inclusive packages are also available.

Position yo urself or your group perfectly with a Sports Package.

Right now you can take advantage of special sports packages at selected Walt Disney World® Resorts starting at $227* per participant (based on four participants per room). Each person receives:

Cost: $75/ participant (paid to USA Gymnastics)

• 4 nights accommodations • Special Disney Theme Pork ticket providing unlimited admission to the Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, and Disney-MGM Studios throughout the length of your stay.

• Gym Fest Welcome Party

Includes:

Enjoy the same package components at a Walt Disney World®

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Participant Gym Fest Credential Entrance to all Gym Fest activities Plaque for each registered group Opening Ceremony (march-in and possible display) Optional outdoor performance (large groups only) USA Gym Fest Gala (possible display for your group) Certificate for each GymFest participant Entrance to Disney's Wide World of Sports®

Good Neighbor h otel. Walt Disney World® Good Neighbor hotels are located just a short drive from Disney's Wide World of Sports and the Walt Disney World® Resort. Packages starting at $221 per participant (based on four participants p er room).

Book your packages today!* There are limited number of rooms available at this rate . Additional per person charges may apply.

* All participants must first register with USA Gymnastics for the event.

Magic Music Days (MMD)

You will then be able to call your travel agent or Walt Disney Sports Reservations at (407) 939-7810 to arrange your accom-

GymFest groups are able to perform their GymFest routine or another display routine in one of the Walt Disney World® Parks as part of Disney's Magic Music Days. This activity compliments the GymFest and provides significant savings for gro ups to obtain VIP-Pa ssports. Information will be included in the 1997 GymFest Registration Packet.

modations. Competitive air inclusive packages are also available. More detailed information w ill be provided in the Group

NOTE: Your Group's Magic Music Days performance w ill be sch ed uled on the days either immediately before or after the GymFest ac tivities.

Cost: $85/participant Includes:

• One performance in one of the Walt Disney World Parks (i.e., Epcoj®) Apr il1997

Registration Packet. Write to:

1997 Gym Fest USA Gymnastics Pan American Plaza -Suite 300 201 S. Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225 Telephone: (317) 237 -5050 Iniormation is also posted in the General Gymnastics pages on our website: URL Email: TECHNIQUE

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Athlete Wellness Program

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SA Gymnastics announces the es tablishment of the Nation al Health Care Referral Ne twork. This Ne twork is comp rised of h ealth care practitioners with proven experience working with athletes. These professionals have met the criteria in their field set by the National Health Care Ad visory Board and they are willing to p ar tner w ith local gymnas tics programs to provide health care services for athletes.*

Th e firs t categories developed are: Nu trition, Sport Psychology Con sultan t, Clinical Psych ology, Primary Care Sports Medicine, and Athletic Training. There is also a separate category of former gymnasts in various h ealth care professions. Other categories to be ad ded in the future are fields of Orthopedic Surgery, Exercise Physiology and Specialists in Family Counseling.

The following list includes h ealth care prac titioners w ho have met the criteria and have submitted two letters of recommendation from gymnastics professionals. Th e list will be reprinted as n ames are added.

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Jackie Berning, Ph.D., R.D. University of Colorado at Colo. Spgs.

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Brian Halpern, M.D., FAAFP Sports Medicine New Jersey Baron Plaza 10 Route 520 East Marlboro, NJ 077 46 (908) 946-2100

Dan Benardot, Ph.D., R.D., l.D.*' Department of Nutrition and Dietetics Laboratory for Elite Athlete Performance Georgia State University Callege of Health Sciences University Plaza Atlanta, GA 30303-3083 (404) 651 -1560 Kim LaPiana, M.S., R.D.'" Memorial Miller Children's Hospital Food and Nutrition Services 2801 Atlantic Ave., P.O. Box 142B Long Beach, CA 90801 -1428 (310) 933-3080 Melinda Manore, Ph.D., R.D.*· Associate Professor of Nutrition Arizona State University Box 872502 Food and Nutrition Lab Tempe, AZ 85287 -2502 (602) 965-6935 melindamanore@asu edu

David Herzog, M.D. Director, Eating Disorders Unit Massachusetts General Hospital 15 Parkman St., ACC 725 Boston, MA 02114 (617) 726-2724 Larry Nassar, D.O., A.T.C.*· Michigan State University Sports Medicine 2900 Hannah Blvd., Suite 104 East Lansing, MI 48B23 (517) 336-4520 Auriela Nattiv, M.D'· UCLA Division of Family Medicine Room 50-071 Center for the Health Sciences 10833 LeConte Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90024-1683 (310) 206-6458

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The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) has establish ed a National Rehabilitation Network (USOC-NRN) and the National Dental Referral Network. Listed on these Networks are clinics and schools w ith Sp orts Medicine p rograms w h o h ave agreed to provide health care to active elite athletes under the USOC elite athlete p rogram. For questions about this network call 1-800-638-1604. * Fees fo r services provided d etermined by health care p rac tition er. ** Indicates member of the USA Gymnas tics Nation al Health Care Advisory Board. *** Indicates qu alifying h ealth care prac titioners w h o are also fo rmer gymnasts.

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inward spiral, but it is easier for a beginner to start with an au tward spiral. Eventually, the student must be good a t both.

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How many loops or strikes should I make with my ribbon?

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I recommend 5-6 loops for children and juniors with a 4.5-5 meter ribbon. For seniors I recommend 7-8 loops with a 6 meter ribbon. Though the Code of Points suggests 4-5 loops or strikes, more will never hurt you.

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have performed with ribbons and know how difficult they can be for both the beginner and the advanced rhythmic gymnast. As a teacher and gymnast, I have encountered many of the problems facing young students today, so I prepared a series of questions and answers I hope will be beneficial to both teacher and s tudent.

How does one grip the ribbon stick?

To achieve good ribbon technique one should begin with the ribbon stick grip. This is controversial since some teachers instruct students to place the index finger on the top of the stick, making the ribbon an extension of the index finger and ultima tely, an extension of the whole arm. Other teachers instruct their students to hold the stick firmly, without tension, with the thumb and fingers circled around the body of the s tick. The first method works the best for me. I teach m y students to hold the stick as if they are writing or drawing with a pen or pencil. In m y experience all teachers agree that the end of the ribbon stick should be hidden in the palm of the hand. Place the palm face up with the end of the stick in the middle of the base of the palm. Lightly wrap the little and ring fingers around the s tick. The stick will naturally lie between the middle finger and thumb. Place the index finger " on top of the cake" (stick). The student is ready to learn small ribbon techniques.

Since the angular speed of rotation "stretches" the ribbon pattern, 5-8 loops becomes very difficult. Try to make the circular motion of the wrist joint more active to achieve an acceptable pattern even though it is a disturbing factor during a motionless turn. To have a good small pattern during pivots requires a great deal of hard work and it is a requirem.ent for levels 8-10. Good Luck!

How is an even ribbon pattern achieved during spirals and snakes?

Cut a hole in a piece of cardboard or plywood 18 to 24 inches wide . Stand the board on end . Use only the ribbon stick, no ribbon. Place the ribbon stick in the middle of the hole and use the edges of the hole as a template. Try this method slowly then gradually speed up. Don't forget to use the wrist, NOT THE ELBOW. Make sure the wrist is down.

To learn snakes, separate two chairs and tie a rope between them abou t two feet off the floor. Try to move the ribbon up and down using the proper motion. For horizontal snakes place two folded mats two feet apart and attempt the snakes between them.

For a horizontal snake above the head use a fo lded mat and the wall. Move the stick from the wall to the mat and back as if painting a ceiling with the ribbon your brush. First paint the ceiling, then the wall, then the floor.

Are there other ways to improve ribbon technique?

To improve small and big ribbon patterns try the following: . Use two ribbons simultaneously. Try to execute the same pattern with both hands, i. e. vertical snakes or ver tical spirals. Next, combine simple patterns with both hands such as circles and small patterns (snakes or spirals). Finally, try opposite patterns. One hand doing snakes, the other spirals. Eventually, add simple dance steps such as skips, waltz, and chasse.

What joints of the arm are used to execute ribbon movements?

REMEMBER: Big ribbon patterns (swing, big circles) = Shoulder Medium patterns (medium circles, figure 8 circles) Small patterns (snakes, spirals)

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Should the elbow be bent or straight during small patterns?

When moving the ribbon across the body (as in spirals or snakes) slightly bend the elbow . Bend the elbow when performing pirouettes, On all other patterns try to keep the elbow straight.

But, on small patterns, make sure that the arm is not stiff and rigid, but relaxed .

Should an emphasis be placed on inward or outward spirals?

I prefer an emphasis on ou tward spirals because children are taught to write using outward spirals. When a person stirs a pot it is with an outward spiral. It's natural. Nothing is wro ng with an April1997

. To strengthen the arms, use two ribbons on the same stick. In our gym we often run 2-3 routines using two ribbon sticks. When using two ribbons on one stick avoid big tosses, small releases of the ribbon, and wraps. They won't work! . If the student is too advanced for the two ribbon exercise, try increasing the length of the single ribbon. A junior would use the senior size and a senior can add an extra meter to the length of the old ribbon. Remember to return to the normal size before competitions because use of the longer ribbon can throw off the student when performTECHNIQUE

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ing tosses, especially pull backs. Use of the longer ribbon is great for small patterns and increasing the awareness of the ribbon end.

Conclusion In conclusion don' t forget that FIG rules require different snakes and spirals in different places. Be creative and invent yo ur own. For a different spiral try this: Hold the ribbon stick at its end with the stick touching the index finger, wrist, and forearm. The ribbon attachment is behind the elbow with the stick parallel to the forearm. Pretend to be drawing the letter "0" using outward rotation while turning to the left. This spiral was used successfully by 1995 USA Junior Champion Natalie Lacuesta in I1er ribbon routine .

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USA Gymnastics Gym Corps

APPLICATION FOR USA GYMNASTICS GYM CORPS IN AFRICA - SUMMER 1997 You may attach additional pages to this application , but the applications must not be longer than a total of 5 pages.

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USA Gymnastics 20 1 South Capitol Aven ue, Suite 300 Indianapoli s, IN 46225

For additional information, please con tact Becky Riti at USA Gymnastics (317) 237-5050.

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Requirements for Participants The following are the minimum requirements for participation in this pilot project:

GYMNASTICS GYMCORPS TRAVEL TO AFRICA If you're a coach or a former athlete with coaching experience, don't miss this opportunity!

This summer USA GYIImastics, in cooperation with the Athletes' Advisory Council, will launch a GYM CORPS, a program that allows participants to travel to foreign countries and help develop gymnastics programs.

Six people will be selected to participate in the summer of 1997 pilot project organized with the African Gymnastics Union. Participants will travel in p airs (a m en's coach and a women' s coach) for three months to the following countries: Northern Africa:

Morocco and Tunisia

Central Africa:

Ivory Coast and Nigeria

Southern Africa:

Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Swaziland

USA Gymnastics will provid e the airfare. The host Federations w ill provide accommodation, board , and a small s tipend.

College credit may be available for independent study, so check with your school. USA Gymnastics will provide w hatever assistance necessary to get college credit.

At least 18 years of age by June 1, 1997 A United States citizen, with a valid passport Professional member of USA Gymnastics (or willing to become one) Safety certified through USA Gymnastics (or willing to become certified) PDP I certified through USA Gymnastics (or willing to become certified) Provide proof of h ealth insurance and complete all necessary shots prior to departure for Africa Participants must be willing to file a weekly report to USA Gymnastics on your experience in your host country.

What do you have to do?

Complete the application on page 11 and send it to USA Gyrrmastics by April 30, 1997. Becky Riti USA Gymnastics Gym Corps 201 S. Capitol Ave., Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46225 A committee composed of the President of USA Gymnastics, Senior Vice President for Programs and Administration, International Relations Coordinator and a m ember of the Athlete's Advisory Council will select the six participants. Priority w ill be provided to candidates based on (but not limited to): level of coaching ability international experience proficiency with lan gu ages of h ost countries

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The following criteria mus t be met for consideration as a Get It Going grant wilmer:

"Get It Going"

Applicants must be employed by a gymnastics club, YMCA, or Park District program.

Applicants must attend eight hours of designated Congress sessions plus elective sessions.

Applicants will be encouraged to initiate rhythmic classes in the Fall of 1997.

Introduce Rhythmic Gymnastics to Your Program The USA Gymnastics Get It Going Grant program is designed to promote the addition of rhythmic gymnastics classes to club, school, YMCA, or Park District gymnastics programs who have had little or no rhythmic programming in the past.

Twenty people (through application) will each receive a grant equivalent of $350 to attend a special Rhythmic Gymnastics Introductory Workshop at the 1997 Congress in Denver.

Applicants must submit a completed grant application which includes signature of current employer.

Former grant wiImers are ineligible.

Procedure for application 1. Complete the application form and return to USA Gymnastics postmarked by June 9, 1997.

2. Complete the separate registration for Congress (in the April issue of Technique) if you plan to attend regardless of your acceptance into the Get It Going program.

3. If you have already registered and are accepted into the Get It Going program, you will be reimbursed for your Congress registration.

4. Grant w ilmers w ill be notified by mail by June 27, 1997.

5. Grant applicants are responsible for their own travel and hotel arrangements. Grant wilmers will be reimbursed after submitting a copy of their receipts.

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V One full set of Level 1-4 Rhythmic Curriculum materials (includes video, book, and music cassette)

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Introductory Workshop The Rhythmic Gymnastics Introductory Workshop is an tenhour curriculum. The Workshop begins at approximately 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 14 and ends on Sunday, August 16 at 12:00 noon and includes:

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Grant Application Form In an effort to en courage new rhy thmic gynmastics programs, USA Gymnastics Announces the Get It Going grant program

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ATHLETE WELLNESS COACHES COURSE Nancy Marshall, USA Gymnastics Athlete Wellness Program Manager Denver, August 13

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. Signs to look for that identify a problem; and . What to do if you suspect a problem.

Balanced Perspectives - The athlete, coach, and parents. Maintaining a healthy passion for the sport.

Background In November, 1995, the Board of Directors of USA Gymnastics unanimously accepted the recommendations of the Task Force on the USA Gymnastics Response to the Female Athlete Triad. With this action, the Board made a commitment to implement those recommendations by funding the USA Gymnastics Athlete Wellness Program. In creating this program, USA Gymnastics is taking a leading role in developing safeguards to balance some of the stresses elite athletes face .

* Notifica tion ojfinal curriculum Jor the Denver course will be announced as the Jawl ty is confirmed.

The Manager of the Athlete Wellness Program is Nancy Thies Marshall. Nancy is a 1972 Olympian, the former Vice-Chair for Women for USA Gymnastics (1992-1996) and the Ch air of the Task Force on USA Gymnastics Response to the Female Athlete Triad.

AWP Coaches Course Description The pilot Ath lete Wellness Program Coaches Course was conducted prior to the annual USA Gymnastics Congress and Olympic Trials in Boston, June 27,1996. The curriculum for this course was developed by Dr. Joan Duda (artistic national team sport psychologist), Dr. Gloria Balague (rhythmic national team sport psychologist), and Dr. Dan Benardot (national team nutritionist).

Over 75 men's, women's and rhythmic National Board m embers, Regional and State Chairmen, and National Safety Certifiers participated in the 1996 course and subsequent evaluation process. Their feedback is critical to the development of the course which will eventually be offered to the general membership through national and regional congresses and regional symposiums.

Course Topics

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The following topics are those currently included in the Athlete Wellness Program curriculum.*

Athlete Wellness Program

Nutrition and Gymnastics Success - How to reduce nutritional risk to improve performance and development.

Gymnastics Environments and the Athlete - How to structure an environment to encourage d evelopment and success in the sport.

Stress - How to identify and manage stress in the athletic environment.

Child Development - Emotional and physical make up of the adolescent as it relates to involvement in gymnastics.

The Female Athlete Triad-What is it? Why gynmasts may be at increased risk?; Are there possible long-term implications?

To register for this Athlete Wellness Course, use the form on page 22.

Also included: Psychological factors associated with the athlete's experience that may exacerbate an underlying predisposition to a disordered eating pattern; April1997

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Hyatt Regency Denver

Host City: Denver, Colo.

1750 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80202

Congress Dates:

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Pre- Congress Sessions · August 13 . Denver Marriott Hote l Congress Sessions . A ug ust 14-16 • Denver Convention Center Post Congress Sessions . August 17 • Denver Conve ntion Center 1997 Jo hn Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championsh ips August 13-1 6 • Mc Nic hols Arena

CONGRESS RATES AND REGISTRATION DATES $150 Preregistration $175 On-Site

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The Hyatt Regency Denver downtown is a luxury hotel offering guests the largest sleepi ng rooms in the city. Along with a newly renovated Colorado-style lobby featuring a magnificent 20-foot sandstone fireplace, the hotel provides services, amenities and facilities unparalleled in the Denver area.

Located in the heart of the c ity's business and financial district, places Denver attractions w ithin walking distance of the hotel. Just a b lock a way is Denver's principle shopping district, the 16th Street Mall. This mile-long pedestrian wa lkway, w ith free sh uttle service, offers a variety of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. The Hyatt is three blocks from the Colorado Convention Center.

No pre-registration after July 25 (registratio ns must be postmarked by July 25).

After July 25, you must register on-site.

Cut-off date: July 14, 1997 Rates: $120 for si ngle/double; $130 triple

Non-Members $250

Comfort Inn - Downtown

CONGRESS HOTELS

401 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Denver Marriott City Center

303-296-0400

2 1701 Ca lifornia Street, Denver, CO 80202

The Comfort Inn Downtown offers you more than just an affordable price.

You' ll be greeted w ith a warm welcome by a friendly staff that takes great pride in providing for you r every need .

303-297- 1300 The Marriott Hotel w ill serve as the host hotel for the Congress Add-on sessions o n Wednesday, August 13. A ll other Congress Sessions w ill be conducted at the Denver Convention Center.

Accommodations at the Denver Marriott City Center boast mile-high standards of hospitality, elegance, and comfort.

612 guest rooms displaying an array of amenities w hic h are the hallmarks of Marriott Many rooms have spec tacular views of the city and nearby mountains The Concierge Level surrounds you with an even higher leve l of service and treats you to exclusive access to the Concierge Lounge Marjo laine's family-style restaurant features buffetsand traditiona l favorites Fitness center includes a lap pool, free weights, state-ofthe-art equipment, sa unas, hot tub , and locker rooms.

Cut-off date: July 14,1997

Each of our newly remodeled guestrooms are contemporary in style and feature comforts and conveniences such as cable TV and room service. Our elegant one and two bedroom suites offer a panoramic view of snow-capped Rockies, as well as large living rooms and work areas to make yo u feel right at home.

Cut-off date : July 14, 1997 Rates: $89 for single; $99 for triple

TRANSPORTATION '\ TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS All of the above hotels are a short wa lk from the Denver Convention Center (3-5 blocks).

Taxi service is available from the hotels, the Denver Convention Center, and McNichols Arena.

Hotel parking: TBD at Denver Marriott; TBD at Hyatt Regency; TBD Comfort Inn. Ross & Babcock Travel is the Travel Agency of Choice for

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judges training, as well as men's, women's, and rhythmic topics . This year, we will be expanding the number of "handson" sessions.

PRESENTATIONS

The Exhibit Hall, located in the Denver Convention Center, will provide Congress attendees with the opportunity to see the latest and the best in equipment, apparel, and services.

Watch Technique for specific information on the Congress presenters and topics. Sessions will be conducted at the beautiful Denver Convention Center providing a modern, elegant, and flexible environment for the Congress. Sessions w ill feature informative speakers discussing club business, tec hnique and sport science, preschool/developmental,

EXHIBITION HALL

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE For any Congress attendees with needs requiring special assistance, please contact Steve Whitlock at USA Gymnastics (317-237-5050) no later than July 25.

Denver Convention Center

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Name _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Soc ial Secu rity No. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ USAG Pro or Instructor # _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ Exp. Date _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ ~a il ing

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Minimum age for Congress registration is 16.

PAYMENT

CONGRESS COSTS

MAKE CHECK/ MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO USA GYMNASTICS

Fee includes: • One credential for entrance to Congress sessions and master clinics on Thursday morning through Saturday afternoon .

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Entrance to the Exhibit Hall featuring the Industry's finest products and services.

• One ticket to the Congress Banquet.

(Additional Banquet tickets for spouse/guests are $50 each-available at registration) .

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The annual Ceremony of Honors .

•••••••••••••••••••• Please return this registration form to: USA Gymnastics Congress Pan American Plaza , Suite 300 201 S. Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46225

Registration is non-refundable after July 25 No Pre-registration after July 25

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To order tickets to the John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships, use the order form on page 24.

No Exceptions!

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NOTE: The following schedule is tentative and subiect to change. (Revised: 20·MAR·97)

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Congress and John Hancock U.S. Championships Activities

5:00·8:00 pm

Congress Registration Desk open (at Marriott Hotel)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13 PRE·CONGRESS ADD·ONS (all conducted at Marriott Hotel)

8:00 am·12 noon 10:00 amIOO pm 8:30 am·6:30 pm 9:00 am-7:00 pm 9:00 am-6:00 pm 8:00 am-5:00 pm 1:00-8:00 pm 1:00-4:00 pm 1:00-5:00 pm 1:00-5:00 pm TBD 7:00-9:00 pm

Decorator set·up at the Convention Center Exhibition Hall Registration Desk (iocation TBD) Congress "Add·on" sessions KAT Workshop PDP II: ASEP Sport Principles Course Athlete Wellness Course Exhibitor set-up at the Denver Convention Center Exhibition Hall PDP IVideo Clinic Safety Course #1 (for those who are recertifying) Safety Course #2(for new participants in the Safety Certification program) Women's Skill Evaluator Examination Sr. Men All-Around and Event Finals

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 Conducted at Denver Convention Center

7:00 amIOO pm 8:00-11 :00 am 8:30-9:30 am 9:45-10:45 am 11 :00 am-12 noon 11 :30 am-5:30 pm 12:00-1:30 pm 1:00-3:30 pm 1:30-2:30 pm 2:45-3:45 pm 4:00-5:00 pm 5:00-7:00 pm 7:00-9:30 pm

Registration Desk open (at Denver Convention Center) Exhibitor set-up continues Congress Sessions (Round #1) Congress Sessions (Round #2) Congress Sessions (Round #3) Exhibition Hall Open LUNCH BREA K- (90 minutes) NOTE: 30 minutes to transport to McNichols Arena Jr. Women All-Around and Event Finals Congress Sessions (Round #4) Congress Sessions (Round #5) Congress Sessions (Round #6) DIN NER BREA K- (120 minutes) Sr. Women All-Around and Event Finals

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USAG JR. OLYMPIC VAULT TABLE (1997-2001) S indicates

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GROUP 1 HANDSPRINGS, YAMASHITAS & CARTWHEELS with & without twist 1.1 01 8.5 Handspring

1.102 1.104 1.105 1.106 1.202 1.205 1.206 1.207 51.210 1.302 1.306 1.307 1.402 1.406 51.410 1.502 1.503

Handspring Yamashita Yamashita 1/2 on Handspring Yamashita 1/2 on 1/1 on 1/1 on Handspring 1/2 on 1/1 on Handspring 1/2 on 1/1 on Handspring Handspring

1/2 turn 1/2 off 1/1 1/1 1/1 Handspring 1/2 11/2 11/2 1/1 off (H/Y) 2/ 1 2/ 1 11/2

21/2 3/ 1

8.6 8.6 8.7 8.8 9.2 9.3 9.2 9.5 9.5 9.4 9.4 9.7 9.9 9.9 9.8 10.0 10.0

GROUP II CUERVOS (Handspring on '/2 off, Back Saltol & SALlOS FORWARD

2.301 2.302 2.303 2.402 2.403 2.404 2.405 2.406 2.501 2.507 2.508 2.509 2.510 2.511 2.512 2.513 2.514 2.515

Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring Handspring 1/ 1 on 1/1 on 1/1 on

Front Tuck Front Tuck 1/2 1/2 Bock Tuck Front Tuck 1/1 1/2 off, Back w/ I/2+ Front Pike Front Pike 1/2 1/2 Back Pike Double Front Front Layout Front Layout 1/2 1/2, Back Layout Front Layout 1/1 Front Layout 1 1/2 FrontLayout 2/ 1 FrontT uck Front Pike FrontLayout

9.7 9.8 9.8 10.0 10.0 9.8 9.9 9.9 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0

GROUP III Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukahora Tsukaharo 1/2 on

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4.201 54.210 54.211 4.302 4.303 4.304 4.306 4.307 4.315 54.320 54.321 54.322 4.402 4.404 4.407 4.408 4.409 4.410 4.411 4.415 54.420 4.501 4.502 4.503 4.504 4.505 4.511 4.512 4.513 4.514 4.515 4.516

RO,FF RO,FF 1/2 RO,FF 1/2 RO,FF RO,FF RO,FF RO, FF RO, FF RO, FF 1/ 1 RO,FF RO,FF RO,FF RO, FF RO,FF RO,FF RO, FF 1/2 RO, FF 1/2 RO,FF 1/2 RO,FF 1/2 RO,FF 1/1 RO,FF 1/2 RO,FF RO,FF RO,FF RO,FF RO,FF RO, FF 1/2 RO, FF 1/2 RO, FF 1/2 RO, FF 1/2 RO,FF 1/1 RO,FF 1/ 1

Back Tuck 1/1 twist off 11/2 twist off Back Tuck 1/1 Bock Pike Bock Layout 1/2 off, Front Tuck 1/2 off, Front Pike Handspring 1/1 Back Tuck 1/2 Back Pike 1/2 Back Layout 1/2 Back Tuck 11/2 Back Layout 1/1 1/2 off, Front Layout Front Tuck Front Tuck 1/2 1/2 off, Back Tuck Front Pike Back Tuck 2/ 1twist off Double Back Tuck Bock Tuck 2/ 1 Double Back Pike Back Layout 11/2 Back Layout 2/ 1 Front Pike 1/2 1/2 off, Bock Pike Front Layout Front Layout 1/2 Back Pike Back Layout

9.4 9.2 9.4 9.7 9.5 9.7 9.7 9.8 9.7 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.9 9.8 9.9 9.8 9.9 9.9 9.9 9.8 9.9 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0

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TSUKAHARAS* & '/2 TURN ENTRY PHASE

3.201 3.303 3.305 53.310 53.311 53.312 3.402 3.403 3.405 3.407

3.408 1/2 on 1/2 off, Front Pike 9.9 3.501 Tsukahora Double Back Tuck 10.0 Tsukahara Double Back Pike 10.0 3.504 3.505 Tsukahara Back Layout 11/2 10.0 3.506 Tsukahara Bock Layout 2/ 1 10.0 3.508 1/2 on 1/2 off, Front Layout 10.0 ' All Tsukaharos may be performed with 90 degree to 180 degree LA turn in first flight phase.

Tuck Pike Layout Tuck 1/2 Pike 1/2 Layout 1/2 Tuck 1/1 Tuck 1 1/2 Layout 1/1 1/2 off, Front Tuck

9.4 9.5 9.7 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.7 9.9 9.8 9.9

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Beam: a. Wave and Hold elements may not be used to fulfill the GYIlm astics or Mixed series Special Requirement.

Floor: a. The Special Requirement of an Acroba tic Series containing a minimum of two separa te saltos does not require that the saltos be performed in different directions. b. The Special Requirement of three different saltos must be fulfilled by performing the tlu·ee different sal tos in the two required aero series; however, the acro series do not have to be counted in ch ronological order.

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2) All Group I vaults performed w ith a '/. (90°) turn onto the horse have been eliminated.

3) The vault numbers have been upda ted to correspond to the 1997 FIG Code. b. Two vaults (same or different) may be performed, w ith the better score to count. e. Tsukahara type vaults may continue to be performed with ' /. (90°) or ' / 2 (180°) turn onto the horse. (Elite are required to turn 180° onto the horse.)

Bars: a. A 0.05 deduction for each cOimection performed w ith push off from the fee t from Low Bar to High Bar w ill be a pplied only to Level 10 a thletes, and only if performed a second time (or more). b. The FIG Special COimec ti on p rinciples w ill be used wi th a modification that D /E elements w ill not be required to have fli ght or turn to be eligible for Special COimection bonus. e. According to the 1997 FIG Code of Po ints, fli ght elemen ts include elements wi th release and flight from high bar to grasp on low bar or reverse and elements w ith release to counter flight, vault or sai to follo wed by regrasp on same bar or to grasp on the other bar. For the J.O. Progra m, elements performed wi th release - hop to reverse grip to arri ve in handstand and elem ents that release w ith visible fli ght and regrasp the same bar in a hang w ill also be consid ered as FLIGHT elements. d . The foll owing d eductions for 180°, 360° and 540° turns after handsta nd to L- or mixed L-gri p performed in the downswing phase, ending w ith the backside of the body leading (Higgins roll/ Hea ly turn) will a pply to the J.O. Program: - no deduction Turns co mple ted be tween vertical and 45°

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CAA collegiate coaches are awa iting the decisions of the USAG J.O. and Technical Committees in regards to the optional rules. She also encouraged those ju dges who have not been judging at the collegiate levels to reconsider and get involved once again.

P. Panichas informed the commi ttee that regular season collegiate meets are assigned by AWGJ, individual schools or by conference. For Regionals and Tationals, recommenda tions for selec tion of officials comes from the coaches. To be eligible fo r Nationals, judges must have judged Regionals that year.

M. Dykes recommended that they consider selecting judges for Na tionals fro m those judges who have judged Regionals the same year or the prev ious year.

It was also requested by the WTC that those judges involved w ith collegiate judging receive a copy of the Collegia te H aI1dbook.

There was a discussion by the WTC that it would be helpful if some statistics were collec ted as to the difficul ties performed and the corresponding scores given.

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Jr. Olympic Program Committee Report - T. Koll

T. Koll gave a Compulsory program progress report.

He also req uested that the WTC members send any concerns to their Regional Jape, wi th a copy to T. Koll in order to discuss these issues at their May meeting.

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WTC Symposium

The clinicians and event assignments were final ized: Elite track: General Information and Vault: M. Cross; Bars: L. Ch encinski; Beam: L. Mulvihill; Floor: A. Schweyer.

1.0. Track: General Information and Beam: M. Dykes; Vault and Floor: C. Hamilton; Bars: C. Bunge

Roll Call:

Present: Region 1 Region 2 Region 3 Region 4 Region S Region 6 Region 7 Region 8 ETC

NAWGJ Report - Y. Hodge

Y. Hodge reported that the NAWGJ has its largest mem bership (1,803) since 1989. The Na tional Ju dges' Cup was very successful. The proceeds assist funding new projects that serve NAWGJ members.

The meeting was called to order at 9:15 a.m.

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Clarification regarding Official USAG Documents

M. Dykes requested cla rification as to when the mi nu tes are official and effec tive. Minu tes published in Techniq ue, State and/ or Regional newsletters, as well as USAGO* (the USAG website) are considered official. If a mo tion does not ind ica te a specific "effective date", then it is considered effective w hen released by USA Gymnastics on aI1y of the above mentioned fo rms of publication. * http : // VlVlVI . usa-gymnastics . org

Brevet Course Selection

WTC reviewed the procedures for selection, i.e., the Regional recom mendations, which were based upon Elite ac tivity and Ac tive Status. The committee would like to remind Eli te and Brevet jud ges that it is the individ ual jud ges' responsibility to m aintain their ac tive sta tus and to send their Elite ac tive status for ms to the RTC.

JCI Report - D. Darst

Recertifica tion of Level 10 judges who have tested and passed the Level 10 exam tw ice since 1989 was discussed.

JCI recommended that only four National opportunities are necessary for Level 10 recertifica tion d ue to small number of eligible judges. WTC members had concerns that some of the Regional functions have alread y published information and that people have already made plans to recertify at those sites.

The fi nal decision was to designate one functio n per region at which eligible judges could take a Level 10 Recertification course.

Method of registration: JeI is mailing to all jud ges w ho have m et the requirement of having tested (and passed) the Level 10 exam tw ice, once in the 1989-92 cycle and once in the 1993-97 cycle. The four nation al sites w ill be listed as well as possible regional si tes to be conducted if numbers are sufficient.

L. Beran requested that each RTC make a report at the Fall mee ting in regards to the Regional Level 10 Recertification.

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J.O. Technical Concerns

A. Floor Exercise Special requirements:

Motion that in order to fulfill the three different saltos special requirement, the saltos must be performed in the required acro series, as is the requirement in the FIG Code of Points.

Motion - C. Christensen Second - C. Hamilton PASSED B. Elem ent value: The following elements were inad vertently omitted from the uriginallist that was discussed by the JOPC and WTC. Motion that the beam dismount [front saIto stretched with 11/2 twist (Rudi), take-off from two feet] be valued as "C" for the Jr. Olympic Program, effective August 1, 1997.

Mo tion - L. Mulvhihill Second - P. Bileck PASSED Motion that the uneven bar element [Uprise to handstand with 1/1 turn in handstand (not to "L" or mixed L-grip)] be included in the J.D . Elem ent

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Mo tion - C. Bunge Second - C. Chri stensen PASSED Motion that a split leap landing on one foot to an immediate fOlWard roll exit will be added to the rO. Elelllellt Sllpplelllellt as an" A" gymnastics element .

Motion - C. Sielski Second - C. Bunge PASSED C. Allowable number of judg ments per panel of judges The Women's Administra ti ve Board (WAB) recommended tha t the number of judgments/ per pa nel of judges be determined by session only, ra ther than by the total per day. This issue w ill be rev isited a t the next JOPC and WTC mee tings.

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The next meeting is scheduled fo r May 16-18, 1997, to be held in conjunction with the Eli te Tra ining Camp in Atlanta. The main purpose of the meeting is the organiza tion of the WTC Sy mposiums.

The Fall meeting is scheduled for September 26-28, 1997. The tenta tive site is Las Vegas.

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The remainder of the meeting w as devoted to the video evalua tion of Level 10 exercises to be used for the new JCI exam, Level 10 Recertifica tion, judges' Training Videos, as well as the editing of the fir st d raft of the ]. 0. Teclmienl Hn l1dbook .

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Motion to approve the minutes from the last meeting as published.

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J.O. Apparel Sponsorship

The sponsorship of the J.O. Program has been awarded to Elite GyrnKin. Connie showed the committee the fabric swatches for the J.O. ational apparel.ltwas requested that the leotaTd samples and price list or additional apparel be in the hands of the designated regional representative one week prior to the regional competitions.

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Regional Reports

The committee gave reports on regional activities for the past year and future plans. K. Feldmann requested that the dates and the contact person for their regional congress be sent to the office. The committee gave upd ates regarding the election of all regional officers. The elections are taking place now. The next term of office begins July 1, 1997. This will be a four year term for all regional officers.

Regional Congresses Region Reg. I Reg. II Reg. III Reg. IV Reg. V Reg. VI Reg. VI Reg. VIII

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Date Sept. 7 June 13-15 June 19-22

Site Santa Clara, CA Seattle, WA Houston, TX

Contact Chere Crow hurst Ruth Sandoz Cori Rizzo

Oct. 2-5 Oct. 24-26 Sept. 5-7 Oct. 10-12

Cincinnati,OH Boxboro, MA E. Stroudsburg, PA St. Petersburg, FL

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Regional Elite Training Camps

Camps were held in 6 regions this Dec./Jan. Camps should be modeled after national team training camps and include psychological and nutritional sessions for the coaches and athletes. Financial arrangements should be coordinated by the regional board. Camps were very well received and were beneficial to the athletes and program development. Problem w ith lack of communication between the Regional persOlmel and the national office. K. Kelly will copy all correspondence to the regional chairs. Kelly stated that the Elite Program Committee will review and clarify the content and format for Regional Elite Training Camps. Kelly will send all the information to the Regional and Elite Chairs.

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Connie distributed athlete and professional membership reports. The committee discussed the service aspect of our program. Discussion ensued regarding the possibility of res tructuring the regions. The Committee was asked to research and review the issue. This will be discussed at the next meeting. K. Feldmalm will send the regional geographic distribution of the men's and rhy thmic programs to the RC's for their information.

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Sanction Violations

Regional Chairs were asked to remind the State Chairs of the importance of adhering to the Rules and Policies for Sanctioning requirements. Fines can be levied fo r violations. States and Regions should es tablish their policy for issuing fines. Cori Rizzo will send the guidelines that have been established in Texas to all of the RC's for their information.

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State Chair Workshop - National Congress

Recommendation that the 1997 SCW is scheduled for Wednesday, August 13 from 2:00-6:00 p .m . and Thursday, August 1'1 from 8:00-11:30 a.m. at the National Congress in Denver.

Motion - R. Sandoz Second - K. Koeth Shufflin PASSED (Note from S. Whitlock, Congress Director: There are difficulties

with these recommended times. Whitlock and Feldmann resolve the scheduling problems)

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Judges Fee Structure for 1997¡2001

The Committee discussed and made recommendations for the new judges' fee struc ture to K. Kelly, K. Feldmann, and T. Koll for their negotiations.

Meet Directors/Sanction

Recommendation that a second Meet Director must be designated on the Request for Sanction Form if the first Meet D irector is assigned as a judge.

Mo tion - Ruth Sandoz Second - Kathy Koeth Shufflin PASSED

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Africa. USA Gymnastics office is accepting resumes for those who are interested in this experience.

The Pan American Union In ter-Club Competition will be hosted in Houston, TX on October 27-November 1. Scanlan reported on membership misconduct cases. Regional Chairs are informed of all final decisions and the membership is infurmed through Technique magazine. She reminded the community to accept the responsibility to report on all ethics violations.

A Central Member Service Department has been established. There will be an 800 number and questions regarding Memberships, Sanctions, Merchandise Safety Certification, Skill Evaluator and Meet Direc tor will go through this number. The Merchandise and Member Service departments are moving back to the office at the Pan Am Building .

(No te from Feldma1U1: All members are reminded that the "Hot Line" exists as outlined in the Rules and Policies. Members should be contacting their State and/ or Regional Chair with any specific concerns that they have with any of the above.)

Professional Memberships

Each judge and coach is reminded that a Professional Membership is REQUIRED for participation at Sanctioned event. These will be checked by the National Office and letters of notification of the violation w ill be mailed directly to the judge/ coach and copied to the State Chair.

VIII. Report from Kathy Scanlan K. Scanlan reported on the activity of the office to the committee, She emphasized that marketing and program were working towards aligmnent of the two departments in order to proceed in the same direction. This will assist wi th the sponsorship potential. We have obtained sponsorship wi th Jolm Hancock. Scanlan outlined the sponsorship opportunities as it would benefit the region. The fourth cycle safety program and the new Safety Handbook are being designed. All publications will be under the direction of the Public Relations Department. A central Member Service Department is now functioning and assisting our members. Focus is sustained on the Athlete Well ness Program throughout the new quadre1U1ium. The Athlete Gym Corps will be instituted this year begim1ing wi th an exchange with

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Motion - Ruth Sandoz Second - Kathy Koeth Shufflin PASSED

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Motion that the LOC pay 10 percent of the net profits to USA Gymnastics national Office.

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Motion that the entry fee s for Regional meets (Elite through level 8) be determined by the Regional Board with the approval of the WAB National Chair.

Motion - H . Noble Second - C. Rizzo PASSED Motion that the entry fees for State and below meets be determined by the State board with the approval of the Regional Chair.

Motion - H . Noble Second - K. Ostberg

XVI. Number of Judgments This was discussed by the committee and recommend a tions were given to 1. Koll for his co mmittee to discuss w ith regards to a ny change in the warmup time and with what would be bes t fir the gymnasts in a session mainta ining the correct pa rameters for competitions. The J. O. Committee wi ll discuss this a nd make an y recom mendations to the Technica l Committee.

XVII. NAWGJ Report Y. H od ge presented the committee w ith a w ritten report of the yearly activities.

ap plica ti ons mad e a t the same time on the same d ate, otherwise the 510 per a thlete regis tration w ill a ppl y. The la te processing of 510 fo r professiona l membership wi ll be ap plied to each req uest received . There is no group maxi mum la te fee.

ELITE PROGRAM COMMITTEE New Haven, Connecticut Sunday, March 16, 1997

XVIII. J.O. Committee Report - T. Koll Koll updated the committee on the work of the J.O. Committee. They are all working very ha rd w ith the final p repara tions of the new compu lsory a nd optional program .

XIV. Elite Committee Report - K. Kelly The Elite committee w ill be meeting at the Classics meet weekend. The p roced ures fo r runn.ing a regional elite mee t w ill be d iscussed at their mee ting. Be tter communication w ill be emphasized between the regional cha irs regarding regional elite training camps, meets, and the program in general.

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Technical Report

A. Sc hweyer was available to attend the meeting, if need ed . H owever, the technical committee was meeting later this weekend. She sta ted that the committee is very busy wo rking on a ll of the materials that w ill be need ed for the u pco m ing WTC Symposium, J.O. Techl1ical Hal1dbook, and judges exa ms.

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Old Business

Reminders to the committee: Financial reports must be sent in on time.

Rem ind Sta te Chairs that this is an importa nt part of their job duties.

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New Business

Discussion ensued regarding the proposed Task Force for findin g out ways to assist the RC and sc. The Administra tive board co mmittee w ill work on this and send suggestions to K. Feldma1U1. Feid ma1U1 will forwa rd this proposal to K. Scanlan.

K. Kelly gave a n update on the criteria for those a ttending the Summer Elite judges course.

Send agenda items for the Sta te Chair Workshop and a tional Congress sessions suggestions to K. Feidma1U1 as soon as possible. She needs to know w hen regions w ish to hold their regiona l board meeting at a tional Congress.

Assignments w ill be mad e and sent to the Res for the working on the new Rules al1d Policies and Opernting Code.

The nex t Admini strative Board meeting w ill take place a t Na ti onal Congress in Den ver (A u gust 12-1 7, 1997).

Meeting adjou rned at 12:15 p.m. on 3/1.

Sub-Committee: Feldmann, Ko ll, Hillenburg, Os tberg, Kelly Recommend a tion that a la te processing fee of 510 per athlete (up to a maximum of 550) be charged for a tea m w hen the request is received and need ed w ithin a 48 hour time period. The team late penalty of 550 is for April 1997

The meeting was called to orde r at 8:00 a.m.

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Region I Region II Region III Region IV Region V Region VI Region VII Region VIII ABC EPCC EPM ETC Inn Com. JOC Presid ent WPD

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David McCreary Brad Loan Tom Forster Jim Chudy Mary Lee Tracy Byron Knox Ga ry And erson Ray Gna t Ka thy Feidma1U1 Roe Kreutzer Gary Warren Aud rey Schweyer Steve Rybacki Cheryl H amilton for Tom Koll Ka thy Scanlan Ka thy Kelly

Review of Minutes

Motion to approve the minutes of previous meeting and conference calls as published.

Mo tion - J. Chud y Second - R. Gna t PASSED

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Women's Administrative Report

K. Feldmann gave the report from the Administra tive Board meeting at the

American Cup. Adm . Boa rd w ill introduce a form that should be used for reporting ac tiv ities of all committee members. Better communica tion between a ll the regional officers and the Regional Chairman . The Adm. Board is stud ying redistric ting of the regions.

Feldmann reviewed the election procedures for the regional chairs. She instructed the co mmittee to review and, if necessa ry, amend the elec tion procedures.

Motion to add to the criteria for nomination for regional elite chairman to read: must currently (elite spring or fall season prior to the election) be coaching a national (or higher) elite athlete.

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Mo tion- M.L. Tracy Second - T. Forster PASSED CLARIFICATION: Regional Elite Meet Format If the Elite Regional Board elec ts to conduct an Elite Regiunal Meet in conjunction with an Invitational Meet, the elite athletes MUST have their own session.

R. Kreutzer asked the committee to review their responsibilities and the committee discussed procedural problems w ith the selec tion of judges and the elite meet format .

IV. Technical Committee Report A. Schweyer gave the Tecluucal Committee report. Committee presented questions concerning judge selection/ assignment at the regional elite level.

Schweyer will address some of the problems stated concerning judge selec tion to M. Cross. The committee w ill conduct another mee ting in May to prepare for the WTC Symposium. The Symposium w ill have both a J.O. and an Elite track for judges and coaches. The Technical Committee is very busy wi th J.O. Teclu1ical business connected with the new J.O. Program which will begin in the fall. Schweyer explained the responsibilities of the WTC. Specifically, that the WTC does not make decisions for the Elite Program as the Elite Program follows the FTG Code of Points at the Jr. and Sr. International Level. Schweyer will conduct the Elite Judges' course in July in Phoenix.

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J.O. Committee Report

c. H amilton gave the report for the J.O. Committee. The J.O. Committee is working very hard on finalization of the JO Compulsory Workshops.

Hamilton reported that due to the difficulty of the new Code, the JO Commi ttee has made decisions for the benefit of the 52,000 athletes that participate in the JO Program. The changes in the J.O. Program (level 10) are minimal from the '93-'96 Code. Information on these changes will be made available soon and presented formall y at the WTC Symposium.

VI. Funding Programs 1. Athlete Funding: The committee discussed a new athlete funding program. Philosophies were agreed upon and a proposal w ill be given to the Athlete's Council for final drafting of a proposal to the Executive Committee for approval at the May Board meeting and implementation beginning in the 1997.

2. Club Support Money: The committee reviewed the club ranking and made minor adjustments to the criteria that will meet the current obligations that we have for our TV contract.

Emphasis will be placed on the televised events wi th a two-point partici pation. (American Cup / Team Meet/ Goodwill Games / 1998 Tea m Invitational) If a club has only a petitioned athlete currently on the national team, it will be necessary fo r that athlete to attend either the American Classic or the training camp to qualify her club for Club Support Money.

3. Junior Funding Kelly announced that USA Gymnas tics received an Olympic Grant for funding the top Junior athletes and clubs. This will be from USA 1996 and for this yea r only. Junior Athlete and Club funding is included for nex t yea r.

VII. John Hancock Sponsorship K. Scanlan almounced the new four year sponsorslup agreement w ith John Hancock and explained the funding and our responsibilities.

John Hancock sponsorship includes $1,000 and five paid memberships for the club. The committee w ill work on the criteria for designation for elite club.

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Vault Add 0.4 to 3.201, 4.201 Add 0.4 to all C. D and E vaults up to a 10.00 in Group 2, 3, 4.

No Gro up 1 Va ults are increased Uneven Bars SV9.4 Open Back Double Tuck Dismount - C Double Layout Dismount - E Balance Beam SV9.4 Open Back Tuck Saito (on the beam) - C All B and better turns on one foot up one level.

Floor SV 9.4 Open Back Double Tuck - D Motion to accept the rules for optional competition for National Elite Level as amended.

Motion - R. Gnat Second - B. Loan PASSED Motion that this program be implemented at the American Challenge.

Mo tion - R. Gnat Second - M. L. Tracy PASSED

IX. TOPs Program G. Warren a1U10unced that there will be two national tes tings this year.

Twelve year olds w ill be included in the program. We will introduce a track for elite development through the TOPs and the elite national and internationa I level.

Motion that 11 and 12 year old TOP national team members and Level 9 and 10 Regional/National J.O. Competitors may enter the regional elite meets and perform the testing program for achievement placement and optionals routines for Start Value only u sing FIG Modified Rules with the elite adjustment.

Motion - D. McCreary Second - G. Anderson PASSED Motion to eliminate the anthropromorphic measurements from the TOPs Program.

Motion - Gnat Second - Chudy PASSED Motion that due to the increase in the age requirements for elite competition, the six year olds will no longer be included in the TOPs Program.

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Thielz, S. and Feldmann, K. Making your choice of a college. Vol. 16, #2, p. 35.

Thielz, S. College bound? Read this!. Vol. 16, #9, p. 18.

Thielz, S. College corner. Vol. 16, #4, p. 29.

Thielz, S. College gymnastics. Vol. 16, #4, p. 27.

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Marshall, N.T. Athlete Wellness Program update. Vol. 16, #10, p. 35.

Administration/Announcements Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #1, p. 30. (12·JAN·96 - 02·JUN·96) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #2, p. 46. (04·APR·96 - 13·SEp·96) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #3, p. 46. (18·FEB·96 - 20·JUL·96) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #4, p. 46. (15·APR·96 - 13·SEp·96) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #5, p. 46. (16·MAY·96 - 23·NOV·96) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #6, p. 46. (13·JUL·96 - 20·DEC·96) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #7, p. 46. (02·SEp·96 - 17 ·APR·97) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #8, p. 46. (20·SE·P96 - 26·APR·97) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #9, p. 47. (14·NOV·96 - 12·JUL·97) Event Calendar. Vol. 16, #10, p. 47. (02·JAN·97 - 24·AUG·97) FIG Flash No. 11. Vol. 16, #9, p. 23, 25.

FIG inter·federation events. Vol. 16, #5, p. 35.

Major gymnastics spectacular; Gym-96; Pommel horse rule; U.S. Classic and Notional Gymnastics Festival are combined. Vol. 16, #3, p. 27.

Men's National Team coaching position. Vol. 16, #10, p. 27.

Not. women's commillee chairman elections; Corrections; Men' scholarship program; The Silent News. Vol. 16, #6. p. 10.

Notional Gymnastics Foundation update; RSG position opening announcement. Vol. 16, #7, p. 39.

Notional membership representatives to the USA Gymnastics Board of Directors - Criteria for nomination and form. Vol. 16, #1, pp. 27-28.

Notice to membership; British Columbia Gymnastics Association suspensions. Vol. 16, #9, p. 13.

Notice to membership; Gymnasts added to group team; Festival del Sole; 1997 Pacific Gym Fest.

Vol. 16, #1, p. 16.

Rellan adding to family. Vol. 16, #10, p. 44.

Scanlon, K.USA Gymnastics marketing and events relationship with Jefferson Pilot Sports. Vol. 16, #1, p. 4.

USA Gymnastics - 1996 Budget. Vol. 16, #2, p. 22.

USA Gymnastics - Code of Ethics. Vol. 16, #9, 10, 12.

USOC Athlete's Advisory Council Representative; RSG Correction; RSG Coaches and Judges Manual; Update and clarification 1997-200 men'sage group competition program. Vol. 16, #7, p. 23.

USOC Coach of the Year awards for 1996 (S. Rybacki and M. Karolyi). Vol. 16, #10, p. 39.

Women's Sports Foundation announces Ocean Spray travel and training grants. Vol. 16, #10 p. 42.

Collegiate Men Men's NCAA Academic Champions. Vol. 16, #8, p. 14.

Women 1996 Notional women's collegiate coaches of the year. Vol. 16, #8, p. 31.

1996 Top 50 Scholastic rankings and scholastic all·American awards. Vol. 16, #8, p. 19.

Colleges with women's gymnastics teams. Vol. 16, #8, p. 20.

Feldmann, K. College Corner - Chalk Talk. Vol. 16, #8, p. 17.

Thielz, S. Achampionship season. Vol. 16, #5, p. 27.

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Book Reviews Clark, N. Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook, Second Edition. Vol. 16, #10, p. 5.

Feeney, R. 101 Ways to Increase (/ass Enrollment &(/ub Profitability. Vol. 16, #2, p. 35.

Frederick, A.B., Roots of American Gymnastics:Areview. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 19·21 .

Simmons II, M. Women's Gymnastics a History: Vol. 1- 1966 to 1974. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 4·5.

SportParent (ASEP). Vol. 16, #10, p. 5.

Coaching/Judging Juszczyk, M. 1997 Men's FIG Code of Points Summary. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 1B·20.

Men'sJr. Team Program. Conditioning program - Body positioning exercises. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 12· 15.

Pirrie, J. Trick photography and understanding turning principles on asymmetric bars. Vol. 16, #10, pp. 32·33.

Redmond, M. Conditioning for bar skills. Vol. 16, #4, p. 8.

Sands. Wm.A. Coaching challenge. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 4·5, 7·8.

Sands. Wm.A. How effective is rescue spoiling? Vol. 16, #9, pp. 14·15, 17.

Scheer, J. Competitive and judging trends: Rings. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 32·34.

Warren, M.The flyspring. Vol. 16, #10, pp. 30·31 .

Warren, M. The handstand for beam. Vol. 16, #5, p. 24.

Warren, M. Understanding body tension. Vol. 16, #1, pp. 24·25.

Watanabe, M.Lecture: Physical development for young athletes (men). Vol. 16, #10, pp. 38·39.

Watanabe, M. Physical development for young athletes (men). Vol. 16, #10, pp. 36·37.

Congress 1996 Congress information and forms. Vol. 16, #1, 12·13.

1996 Congress information and forms. Vol. 16, #2, 12·17.

1996 Congress information and forms. Vol. 16, #3, 12·21.

1996 Congress information and forms. Vol. 16, #4, 12·21 .

1996 Congress information and forms. Vol. 16, #5, 12·21.

General Education Bower, G.R. Gymnastics-A fun activity! Vol. 16, #1, p. 21 .

Frederick, A.B. The symbolic legacy of American gymnastics. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 27-30.

Lulla, J. Placing children in ability appropriate groups. Vol. 16, #3, p. 35.

Lulla, J. Should Gymnastics be excluded from K·12 physical education curriculum? Vol. 16, #6, p.

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Morris, D. Coaches as independent contractors: Atax poyer victory. Vol. 16, #10, p. 9.

Nassar, L. Jumprope program. Vol. 16, #1, p. 22.

Swarbrick, J. Don't go near the water - The practical challenges of drug testing in Olympic sports.

Vol. 16, #4, pp. H

Kinder Accreditation for Teachers (KA1) Komara, P. Power Ranger theme. Vol. 16, #10, p. 19.

Komara, P. Preschool gymnastics: Make it educational not recreational. Vol. 16, #10, pp. 17·18.

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Komara, P. Tumblebear report cord. Vol. 16, #10, p. 20.

Lee, J. Congratulations Levell KAT preschool teachers. Vol. 16, #8, p. 28.

Lee, J. Congratulations Levell KAT preschool teachers. Vol. 16, #10, p. 28.

Lee, J. KAT questions and answers. Vol. 16, #3, p. 36.

Lee, J. KAT Workshop membership discount. Vol. 16, #7, p. 25.

Lee, J. KAT Workshop membership discount. Vol. 16, #8, p. 25.

Levell KAT Observation form. Vol. 16, #2, p. 36.

Levell KAT Observation form. Vol. 16, #3, p. 37.

Levell KAT Observation form. Vol. 16, #4, p. 32.

Levell KAT Observation form. Vol. 16, #6, p. 29.

Levell KAT Observation form. Vol. 16, #8, p. 26.

Levell KAT Observation form. Vol. 16, #9, p. 46.

Levell KAT teachers and information. Vol. 16, #1, p. 10.

Levell KAT teachers. Vol. 16, #4, p. 31 .

Levell KAT teachers. Vol. 16, #5, p. 31 .

Levell KAT Workshop membership discount. Vol. 16, #9, p. 13.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #1, p. 25.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #2, p. 37.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #3, p. 38.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #4, p. 30.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #5, p. 30.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #6, p. 30.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #7, p. 27.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #9, p. 27.

Levell KAT Workshop schedule and registration form. Vol. 16, #10, p. 13.

Robuck, C. Teaching techniques before, during, and alter closs. Vol. 16, #8, pp. 8-9.

Spisak, P. Starting a mobile gymnastics business from scratch. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 31-32.

Stork, S. tasks, refinements, and applications. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 24-25.

Professional Development Program (PDP) Levell video clinic administrator list. Vol. 16, #9, p. 5.

Levell video clinic administrator list; ASEP schedule; PDP Levell video clinic schedule. Vol. 16, #7, p.45.

Level II Experience verification form. Vol. 16, #2, p. 40.

Level II Experience verification form. Vol. 16, #3, p. 41 .

Level II Experience verification form. Vol. 16, #4, p. 34.

Level II Experience verification form. Vol. 16, #10, p. 45.

Level II Grandparenting application. Vol. 16, #10, p. 46.

Safety Kennedy, L. Membership and safety certification/ recertification clarifications. Vol. 16, #6, p. 26.

Moskovitz, D. Safety issues in General Gymnastics. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 6, 8-9.

Safety certification course schedule. Vol. 16, #7, p. 47.

Sands. Wm.A. How effective is rescue spotting? Vol. 16, #9, pp. 14-15, 17.

General Gymnasti(s 1996 Notional Gym Fest information. Vol. 16, #5, pp. 38-39.

1996 Notional GymFest information. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 37-38.

1996 Notional Gym Fest information. Vol. 16, #7, p. 34-36.

1996 Notional Gym Fest information .. Vol. 16, #8, p. 30.

Capelotti, D. 10 steps to start a performance team. Vol. 16, #5, pp. 36-37.

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Capelotti, D. Gymnaestrada-A gym owner and coach's perspective. Vol. 16, #2, p. 34.

Capelotti, D. We're going to Disneyland Park ... Howabout you? Vol. 16, #7, p. 33.

FIG/ GG/ Proiect. General Gymnastics news. Vol. 16, #1, pp. 17-18.

GGAP minutes. Indianapolis, IN: 20-APR-96. Vol. 16, #5, pp. 40-42 GGAP minutes. Conference call: 05-MAY-96. Vol. 16, #6, p. 39.

GGAP minutes. Conference call: 17 -SEP-96. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 41 -42.

GGAP minutes. Conference Call: 16-0CT-96. Vol. 16, #10, p. 43.

Moskovitz, D. Report from the FIG general gymnastics technical assembly. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 30-31 .

Moskovitz, D. Safety issues in General Gymnastics. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 6, 8-9.

Shinoda, V. Every parent tells a different story. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 34-35.

Hall of Fame Criteria for Nomination to the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame. Vol. 16, #7, p.8. (Includes a list of current USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame Members) Frederick, A.B., Roofs of American Gymnasfics: Areview. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 19-21.

George L. Shiebler Award (D. Aronson). Vol. 16, #10, p. 35.

Helm's Hall of Fame becomes USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame. Vol. 16, #2, p. 43.

Notional Hall of Fame - Nomination form and information questionnaire. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 9-10.

Nomination information and form for Hall of Fame selection committee. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 44-45.

Membership Club Information Form. Vol. 16, #9, p. 36.

Galimore, L. Member Club membership. Vol. 16, #9, p. 30.

Galimore, L. USA Gymnastics Member Clubs. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 31-35.

Harless, R. Membership database on USA Gymnastics Online. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 4-5.

Kennedy, L. Changes to professional membership fees &benefits. Vol. 16, #6, p. 32.

Kennedy, L. Foreign subscriptions and general membership fees. Vol. 16, #6, p. 9.

Kennedy, L. Membership and safety certification/ recertification clarifications. Vol. 16, #6, p. 26.

Kennedy, L. Newmember club program off to a great start. Vol. 16, #7, p. 6.

Kennedy, L. What's new with USA Gymnastics membership? Vol. 16, #5, pp. 22-23.

Levell KAT Workshop membership discount. Vol. 16, #9, p. 13.

Notional membership representatives to the USA Gymnastics Boord of Directors. Vol. 16, #6, pp.

19-22. (Voting procedures, candidates, and ballot) USA Gymnastics membership overview. Vol. 16, #9, p. 22.

Men's Program 1997 Coca-Colo U.S. Championships qualifying competition host bid form. Vol. 16, #7, p. 40.

1997 Coco-Colo U.S. Championships. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 38-39. (Format and qualification procedures) 1997 Men's Continental Judges Course. Vol. 16, #8, p. 15.

1997 Men's Continental Judges Course. Vol. 16, #9, p. 26.

1997 Winter Cup Challenge. Vol. 16, #7, p. 38. (Format and qualification procedures) 1997 Winter Cup Challenge competitive entry form. Vol. 16, #10, p. 6, 8.

1997 -2000 Junior Olympic notional program coaches workshop (information and form). Vol. 16, #3, p. 42.

Age Group Competition Committee. Update and clarifications: 1997 -2000 age group competition program. Vol. 16, #10, pp. 14-15.

MPC minutes. New Orleans, LA: 16-AUG-95. Vol. 16, #1, p.29.

MPC minutes. Conference call: 03-JAN-96. Vol. 16, #4, p. 36.

MPC minutes. Conference call: 08-JAN-96. Vol. 16, #4, p. 36.

MPC minutes. Colorado Springs, CO: 02-FEB-96. Vol. 16, #4, p. 37-39.

MPC minutes. Meeting: 01-MAR-96. Vol. 16, #4, p. 39-40.

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MPC minutes. Conference call: 03-APR-96. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 39, 41 .

MPC minutes. Knoxville, KY: 06-JUN-96. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 43-44.

MPC minutes. Boston, MA: 28-JUN-96. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 44-45.

MPC minutes. Conference call: 01 -0CT-96. Vol. 16, #10, pp. 41-42.

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Rhythmic Gymnastics 1997 Rhythmic event bids. Vol. 16, #5, 35.

"Get It Going" information and form. Vol. 16, #1, pp. 20-21 .

"Get It Going" information and form. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 38-39.

"Get It Going" information and form. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 39-40.

Proposed RSG event schedule - 1997-2000. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 41-42.

Quadrennium competition plan. Vol. 16, #5, p. 34.

Revisions to the RSG J.O. Technical Handbook for (oaches and Judges. Vol. 16, #S, p. 43.

Rhythmic competition bids; Rhythmic J.O. group compulsory workshop; Rhythmic J.O. group championships. Vol. 16, #2, p. 6.

Rhythmic group championships; RSG group entry form. Vol. 16, #5, p. 32.

Rhythmic group championships; RSG group entry form. Vol. 16, #6, p. 31 .

Rhythmic group championships; RSG group entry form . Vol. 16, #7, p. 2S. Rhythmic national championships; Rhythmic Jr. Olympic championships. Vol. 16, #4, p. 35.

RJOPC minutes. 17-FEB-96_Vol. 16, #3, p. 45.

RJOPC minutes. Conference call: OS-MAY-96. Vol. 16, #5, 35.

RJOPC minutes. Chicago, Il: 7-JUN-96. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 43-45.

RPC minutes. Conference Call: 03-SEP-96. Vol. 16, #S, p. 44.

RSG correction. Vol. 16, #9, p. 45.

Sport Science Cornelius, Wm.l. Handstand to stutzkehre: The relationship between the anatomical and mechanical. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 24-25.

Cornelius, Wm.l. Biomechanical factors that effect equilibrium during performance. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 29-31.

Cornelius, Wm.l. Relationships between biomechanical structural units. Vol. 16,#4, pp. 22-24, 26.

Cornelius, Wm.l. Biomechanical analysis of the lower extremity during a back saito. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 12-15.

Cornelius, Wm.l. The stem me forward: biomechanical relationships. Vol. 16, #S, pp. 10-13.

Duda, J.l. Anxiety in elite young gymnasts: Part 1- Definitions of stressand relaxation. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 22-24.

Duda, J.l., Borysowicz, M.A.B., St. Germaine, K. The experiences of judges in women's artistic gymnastics: Exploring reasons for participation. Vol. 16, #5. pp. 4-6.

Duda, J.l. and Gano-Overway, l. Anxiety in elite young gymnasts: Port" - Sources of stress. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 4-6.

Duda, J.l., Borysowicz, M.A. B., St. Germaine, K. Women's artistic gymnastics judges' sources of stress. Vol. 16, #10, p. 21-23.

Hutchinson, M.R. Keeping up in the world of sport sciences. Vol. 16, #2, pp. 9-10.

Hutchinson, M.R. Jump training improves vertical leap and reaction time in rhythmic gymnasts.

Vol. 16, #3, p. S. Hutchinson, M.R. low back pain in rhythmic gymnastics. Vol. 16, #3, p. 5.

Jastrjmbskaya, N. Maintaining balances in RSG. Vol. 16, #1, pp. 14-15.

Magyar, T.M.and Chase, M.A. Psychological strategiesused by competitive gymnasts to overcome the fear of injury. Vol. 16, #10, pp. 25-27.

Majors, J.J. Strength Fundamentals in gymnastics conditioning. Vol. 16, #S, pp. 36-42.

Massimo, J. Psychology and safety in gymnastics. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 17 -IS. Yates, Jen. Abstract: Biomechanics of a giant swing on uneven bars. Vol. 16, #5, p. 26.

Whitlock, S. Dowel Grips Online! Vol. 16, #1, pp. 7, 9.

Harless, R. USA Gymnastics announces world wide web site. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 9-10.

Whitlock, S. and Harless, R. USA Gymnastics on the worldwide web. Vol. 16, #4, pp. 9-10.

Harless, R. Feedback and usage of the USA Gymnastics Online website. Vol. 16, #5, pp. S-l O. Harless, R. USA Gymnastics Online gears up for Atlanta. Vol. 16, #6, pp. S-9.

Harless, R. Newfeatures available of USA Gymnastics Online. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 4-5.

Harless, R. Online membership query up and running! Vol. 16, #7, p. 5.

Harless, R. Getting on the World Wide Web. Vol. 16, #8, pp. 4-6.

Harless, R. Membership database on USA Gymnastics Online. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 4-5.

Harless, R. Additions and improvements to USA Gymnastics Online. Vol. 16, #10, p. 4.

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Women' 5 Program 1997 Elite qualifying procedures. Vol. 16, #6, p. 45.

1997 FIG (ode of Points summary. Vol. 16, #5, pp. 43-45.

1997 Junior Olympic Compulsory Workshop and WTC NewCode Symposium - Registration form .

Vol. 16, #10, p. 13.

1997 Women's J.O. compulsory program. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 17-20.

JCI minutes. Knoxville, TN: OS-JUN-96. Vol. 16, #7, pp. 21-22.

JOPC minutes. Duluth, GA: 05-MAY-96. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 42-43.

JOPC minutes. Indianapolis, IN: 27-SEP-96. Vol. 16, #9, pp. 37-38.

NEPC minutes. Fort Worth, TX: 02-MAR-96. Vol. 16, #3, pp. 43-44.

NEPC minutes. Colorado Springs, CO: 18-MAY-96. Vol. 16, #6, pp. 43-44_ Newelements from 1995 World Championships - Sabae, JPN. Vol. 16, #4, pp. 43.45.

USAG Elite Vault Table (revised January 1996). Vol. 16, #2, p. 42.

USAG Jr. Olympic Vault Table (revised January 1996). Vol. 16, #2, p. 41 .

Warren, G. TOPs 1995 national team_Vol. 16, #1, p. 5.

Warren, G. TOPs report. Vol. 16, #3, p. 26.

Warren, G. TOPs qualifiers to the 1996 national testing. Vol. 16, #S, pp. 21 -23.

Warren, G. TOPs 1996 national team - ages 6-S. Vol. 16, #9, p. 28.

Women's technical clarifications. Vol. 16, #2, p. 6.

WTC minutes. Ft. Worth, TX: 01 -MAR-96. Vol. 16, #4, pp. 41 -42.

WTC minutes. louisville, KY: 04-0CT-96. Vol. 16. #9, pp. 3S-41.

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Senior Pan American Championships Elite Judges Course U.S. Championships Qualification Meets Regional Elite (International Only) Region IV Congress International Junior Team Meet U.S. Classic \ Notional Gymnastics Festival

Medellin, COL Tempe, AZ Various Sites Various Sites Minneapolis, IN TBD Seattle, WA

Gary Alexander Kathy Kelly Ron Galimore Gary Warren George Grainger Nora Campbell Kathy Kelly

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FIG Continental Judges Course John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships USA Gymnastics National Congress World University Games FIG General Gymnastics "Group Performances" Course USA Gymnastics National Gym Fest Junior Olympic National Team Training Camp Artistic World Championships

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E. Stroudsburg, PA Austin, TX Santa Clara, CA Yokahamma, JPN Colo. Spgs., CO

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Cincinnati, OH TBA Colo. Spgs., CO Sf. Petersburg, FL Atlanta, GA TBA Various Berlin, GER Berlin, GER Boxboro, MA Berlin, GER Houston, TX Berlin, GER TBD, USA

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317-237-5050 317-237-5050

NOVEMBER 199 7 21 MWR USA Gymnastics Executive Committee Meeting 22 MWR USA Gymnastics Board of Directors Meeting

Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN

Julie Bejin Julie Bejin

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Sumter, SC; 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Sumter YMCA; 50 Willow Drive .

Course Dir: Kim Domagalski 803-773-1404 or 803-469- 8724 Houston, TX; 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Wyndham Greenspoint Hotel; 281-875-2222 In conjunction with Reg. III Symposium Course Dir: Jan Eyman 817-694-4214 or 694-2065

COST: Pro·Member with Current Sofety Certificotion wishing to re·certify ..................................... nocharge

Pro·Member with expired or new Sofety Certificotion ......................... $50.00 Instructor Member ............................. $50.00 Non·Member or Generol Member ..

...... $100.00

'You must have your USA Gymnastics number on Ihe regislrotion form in order 10 qualify for Ihe disrounr.

NO APPLIED FOR numbers Vlill be o(cepled.

You may nol regisler for a lOurse 10 recertify any earlier Ihon 8 monlhs prior 10 your expiration dole.

No on-site registration_ You must pre-register no fater than 10 clays prior to the course.

To register please fax (317-237·5069) or mail your Participant Registration Form to USA Gymnastics.

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