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Contents Administration

Ron Galimore

President's Message

Kathy Kelly

1997 USA Gymnastics National GymFest

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

Nora Campbell

Telecommunications USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Choir: londy Knopp; President: KOlhylconlon; President Emeritus: Mike Donahue; Amateur Athletic Union: Mike Stonner; Ameri"n Sokol Orgonizetion: Jerry Milan; USA Trompoline & Tumbling: Wayne Downing; American Turners: Betty Heppner; Jewish Community Centers: Lori Katz; College Gymnastics Association·M: Roy Johnson; National Association of (ollegiate Gymnastics Coaches for Women: Gail Davis; Notional Association for Girls and Women in Sport: Marilyn Strawbridge; Notional Association of Women's Gymnastics Judges: Yvonne Hodge; Notional Collegiote Athletic Association: Chris Voelz, Tom Dunn; Notional Federation of State High School Associations: Susan True; National Gymnastics Judges Association: John Icheer; National High School Gymnastics Cooches Associotion: John Brinkworth; Special Olympics, Inc.: Kole FoberHickie; U.S. Rhythmic Gymnastics Coaches Association: Suzie DiTullio; U.S. Association of Independent Gym Clubs: lonce Crowley; U.S. Elite Cooches Association lor Men's Gymnastics: Mark Williams; U.S. Elite Coaches Association for Women' 5 Gymnastics: Gory Anderson, Roe Kreulzer; U.S. Men's Gymnos· tics (oQches Association: Morc Yancey; U.S. Sports Acrobatics Federation: Bonnie Davidson; U.S. Competitive Sports Aerobics Federation: Howa rd Shworlz;Young Men's Christian Assodc· tion of the USA: Rick Dodson; USA Gymnastics Notionol Membership Diredors: Men' 5: Jim Hoh, Roy Guro; Women' 5:

linda Chencinski, David Holcomb; Rhythmic: Allo Ivirsky, Tomaro 00550; Athlete's Advisory Committee: Tanya Service Choplin, choir; Chris Woller, vicechoir; Krislen KenoyerWoodlond, sec; Wendy Hilliord, Vonesso Vonder Pluym, Peler Vidmar, Comod Voorsonger, Kim Zmeskol; USOC Athlete Representotive: Michelle Dusserre· Forrell.

Member Club Enrollment Online!

Club Administration Coaches as Employees or Independent Contractors?

Coaches Accreditation Steps to Achieving PDP Levell Accreditation PDP Levell Video Administrators

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Kinder Accreditation for Teachers Congratulations Levell KAT Teachers Levell KAT Workshop Registration

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

Athlete Wellness Program Athlete Wellness Coaches Course

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

USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

1997 John Hancock Championships

Choir: londy Knopp; Speciol Advisor to the Choirman of the Boord: Roe Kreulzer; President: KOlhy lconlon; Secretory: Mike Milidonis; Vice Chair Women: Joon Moore Gnol; Vice Choir Men: Tim Doggell; Vice Choir Rhythmic: Condoce Feinberg; FIG Executive Committee: Joy Ashmore; FIG Women's Technical Committee: Jockie Fie; FIG Rhythmic Techni,,1 Committee: Andrea Ichmid·lhopiro; FIG Men's Techni,,1 Committee: George Becksleod; At Large Members: Jim Horlung, luson True; Athlete Directors: Tonyo lervice Choplin, Wendy Hilliard, Peler Vidmor; USOC Athlete Representative: Michelle Dusserre·Forrell; President Emeritus: Mike Donahue.

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FIG Code of Points FIG Code Of Points And USA Gymnastics 1. o. Compulsory Materials 1997-2000 Order Form

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Men's Minutes Men 's Program Committee Meeting

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Notes from FIG Flash No. 14

National Hall of Fame Notional Hall of Fame Nomination Form and Information Questionnaire

National Gymnastics Foundation Notional Gymnastics Foundation 1996 Donor Honor Roll

Administration

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Kathy Scan lan

eginning in May, 2,000-3,000 members w ill attend either the Women's National Junior Olympic Workshop or a Regional workshop . This will give you an opportunity to see first hand the tremendous job that has been done by the Junior Olympic Committee, chaired by Tom Kol!. The new compulsories are among the best, and many will say, the best, that have ever been produced by USA Gymnas tics. I think you will all be excited by them. The Committee challenged itself in 1993 to develop for this next cycle a new set of compulsories that would build on the best of w h at h as been before, but at the same time, move the ].0. program forw ard. The workbook and accompanying video are the first rate product that has resulted from their years of hard work. When you see the Committee members and / or Connie Maloney of our staff who has also put in tremendous effort on the project, please express your appreciation. Members of the Committee are: TomKoll Darla Franz Mike West Cheryl Jarrett Bryon Hough John Geddert Larry Goldsmith Kelli Hill Tim Rand/Elaine Wulf Cheryl Hamilton

Chair Region I Region II Region III Region IV Region V Region VI Region VII Region VII Technical Committee Representative

w ho are too young to travel to the National Training Camp, are provided a week of interaction with the Nation al Coaching Staff. The Elite Committee, which has jurisdiction over the TOPs program, has decided to implem ent a competitive element to TOPs to provide an avenue for elite or potentially elite athletes to develop in a fashion that runs parallel to the J.O. program. This competitive track will supplement the existing regional and national elite meets. This way the United States can h ave the best of both worlds. While placing primary emphasis on the Junior Olympic program and its ongoing commitment to outstanding, progressive gymnastics, we w ill also have a track for those athletes who have the talent, commitment and desire to train for the elite program .

Special thanks are also due to Wally Eyman for his computer illustrations, Jamie Madison for help with the video and Carol Stabisevschi for creating the compulsory music - w h ich we w ill hear for the next four years! The minutes of the Women's Elite Program Committee are included in the last issue of Technique. I attended part of this meeting, which took place during the American Classic in ew Haven in March. It was a very important meeting. Because the new FIG code is simply too difficult and too complex for complete implementation w ithin the Junior Olympic program, the United States cam-lOt rely on that program alone to identify and train athletes w ho will ultimately be in the Elite program and eventually represent us as international elites.

I hope that many of you w ho attend the Junior Olympic Workshop will attend the Athlete Wellness Course being offered in conjunction with the Workshop. The Athlete Wellness Program is now in its second year. The Athlete Wellness Course, w hich was first offered at the 1996 Congress and w ill be offered again at the 1997 Congress, is excellent. In addition to the course, the A thlete Wellness Program is focusing this year on the development of the N ational Health Care Referral Network - a listing of sport psychologists, nutritionists, registered dieticians, physicians, athletic trainers, and other h ealth care professionals w ho can be of assistance to gymnasts and coaches. This Referral etwork h as already identified a group of speakers w ho are available at Region al meets this year to discuss Wellness issues w ith athletes and coaches. One of the most exciting components of the program is that m any of these speakers are former gymnasts w ho are uniquely positioned to relate to our athletes and coaches . Please contact ancy Marshall or Jennifer Gallahue Lee if you would like more information on this program .

For several years the T.O.P. (Talent Opportunity Program) has been exp anding as a way to reach talented yo ung athletes and their coaches . The regional TOPs testing n ow is in place in every region of the country, with approximately 1,500 athletes tested every year. The National TOPs training camp is for the top 80 of these athletes, w ho along w ith their coaches and the coaches of athletes May 1997 TECHN IQUE

1997 USA Gymnastics National GymFest

1997 GYMFEST TOBEHELDAT DISNEY'S WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS

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

Tentative schedule: August 24 (Sun.)

August 25 (Mon.) August 26 (Tues.) August 27 (Wed.)

Rehearsals (AII·day) 4:30·6:00 PM - Opening Ceremony 7:00·10:00 PM - Welcome Party GymFest rehearsals and performances (all day) GymFest rehearsals and performances (011 day) The Gym Fest Gala Performance

• Up to 4·days admission to the Magic Kingdom®, Epcoj®, and Disney-MGM Studios® with pork-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 w ith their Group (Club) . Group Leaders should contac t USA Gymnastics to obtain Registration packets containing information about how to contact Walt Disney Sports Reservations to secure accommodations. Competitive air inclusive packages are also available. Cost: $75/participant (paid to USA Gymnastics) Includes:

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Position yourself 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:

• 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 Enjoy the same package components at a Walt Disney World®

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

Good Neighbor hotel. 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 par ticipants per room). Book yo ur 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) 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 p rovides significant savings for groups to obtain VIP-Pllssports. Infor mation w ill be included in the 1997 GymFest Registration Packet.

NOTE: Your Group's Magic Music Days performance w ill be scheduled on the days either immediately before or after the GymFest activities . Cost: $85/ partici pant Includes:

• One performance in one of the Walt Disney World Parks (Le., Epcot®)

You will then be able to call your travel agent or Walt Disney Sports Reservations at (407) 939-7810 to arrange yo ur accommodations . Competitive air inclusive packages are a lso available . More detailed information will be provided in the Group Registra tion Packet. Write to :

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

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n mid-April, the member club enrollment form was made available through USA Gymnastics Online. To enroll as a Member Club, simply fill out this form online and then submit, by regular mail, a copy of your insurance certificate and a copy of your gym's mission statement. To access this form online, visit http : //www . usa -gymnastics . org and click on the Membership star. Then fo llow the links to our online information about Member Clubs.

Eastern National Academy of Gymnastics Pompton Plains, NJ http : //www . ena . com /

Hawaii Gymnastics Academy Honolulu, HI http : // www . aloha . com / -slater / events/gym . html

HealthSPORT Gymnastics Arcota, CA http : // www . wcinet . net / -shodan

Karon International Gymnastics Club Burke, VA http : // www . angelfire . com/ pgO / karon/ index . html

Knoxville Gymnastics Training Center Knoxville, TN \-Vhat is the average em'oliment in yow' gyumastics program?

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New England Gymnastics Training Center Hudson, NH http : // www . mainstream . net / -negtc

Several USA Gymnastics Member Clubs also h ave their own website! Congrats to these clubs for taking the initiative to create their online presence. Table 1 provides a list of Member Club addresses. This list can be accessed electronically by visiting the "Springboar d Links " star on the USA G y mnastics Online homepage.

TABLE 1. MEMBER CLUBS ONLINE American Academy of Gymnastics Bakersfield, CA

Ocean State School of Gymnastics, Inc. Smithfield, RI http : // www3 . edgenet . net / ccga / ossg / homepage . html

Ocean Tumblers Gymnastics School Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, VA http : // www . oceantumblers . com /

Parkelle National Gymnastics Team Allentown, PA http : //member . aol . com/parkets/parkette-gymnastics . html

TAGS Edina; TAGS South Edina, MN; Apple Volley, MN

http : //www . aaog . com

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Atlantic Gymnastics Training Center New Hampshire

Texas Tops Gymnastics Son Marcos, TX

http : // www . atlanticgym . com

http : // www . geocities . com / Colosseum/ Field / 4451

Byers Gymnastics Center Sacramento, Del Mar, and Roseville, CA

Tulsa World of Gymnastics Tulsa, OK

http : // www . gymkids . com

http : // www . busprod . com /twog /

Capital Gymnastics Austin, TX

U.S. Gymnastics Training Center Laguna Hills, CA

http : //www . w3sg . com/capgymtx

http : //usgtc . gymnastics . net/

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New State Online Welcome to Oklah oma's women's gymnas tics, w ho joined the online wo rld earlier this year. Th eir address is: http : / / www . busprod . com/twog/osgf . html

Navigating USA Gymnastics Online USA Gymnastics Online h as over 1,000 pages of information! How are they organized, and how can you find w h at you are looking for?

via the "Online Departments" men u at the top of the page. No te: these m enus do not function correctly for Compuserve members w h o are using Spry Mosaic to surf the web, because that soft ware d oes not full y support the HTML standards. For an overview of all topics available on USA Gymnastics Online, view the Table of Contents. The Table of Contents is starred on the homep age but can also simply be accessed directly at http : //www . u s a - gymnas tics . o rg /toc . html. The Table of Contents lists all section s on USA Gymnastics Online, inclu d ing the h om e page stars, and highlights the popular p ages within each section. To find a very specific topic on the website, try the search en gine. Like the Table of Con tents, the Site Search can be accessed throu gh a star on the USA Gymnas tics homep age, or simply by visiting ht t p : //www . usa - gymnas tic s . o rg / s earch/ h tml. The search engine allows you to search either for a concept of for keywords. The search engine w ill scan all of USA Gymnas tics Online and rank the top 100 p ages in order of relevance to your search query.

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COACHES AS EMPLOYEES OR INDEPENDENT d CONTRACTORS?

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Juan M. Armenta, Esq. and Mary English Lloyd, Esq.

recent Technique article (Morris, 1996) discussed the tax benefits of classifying coaches as independent contractors as opposed to employees. While classification of coaches as independent contractors can provide some benefits, the decision to classify coaches as independent contractors can carry serious legal consequences which the gym owner must consider. This article discusses these consequences under general principles of American common law. Individual state law may vary and legal counsel should always be consulted. Independent contractor status and employee status each carry unique characteristics, benefits, and consequences. An employer is generally liable for the negligence of its employees, must withhold and pay taxes, and must carry worker's compensation insurance. Conversely, true independent contractor status can insulate the employer from liability for negligence of the independent contractor, and eliminate the duties to withhold and pay taxes and to carry worker's compensation insurance. These are attractive benefits. It is critical to note, however, that whether independent contractor status with its attendant benefits exists is not controlled by how the employer labels the relationship.

and aggressive position from a ta x agency could conceivably result in liability for taxes, interest, and penalties. Even though the tax code provides a better probability of taxpayer success, the victory may be Pyrrhic as the costs and inconvenience of the liability concerns are far more serious. Presumably, the prudent gym owner will continue to carry general liability insurance to protect claims for injuries to athletes and guests. Failure to do so would be disastrous. However, the uninformed business owner will typically terminate worker's compensation insurance coverage since there is no duty to provide workers compensation benefits to an independent contractor. So what happens when a coach suffers a disability producing injury at the gym then properly files a request for worker's compensation benefits Had the gym owner maintained worker's compensation coverage, the claim for benefits would be handled administratively with a minimum of inconvenience. However, if the employer was uninsured, the injured worker will generally have two options both of which are unfavorable to the gym owner.

The gym owner's attempt to treat

First, the coach may apply to the state uninsured employer's fund for worker's compensation benefits. The gym owner independent contractor can have will be forced to retain counsel and deRather, specific legal tests have evolved fend the action at considerable expense. to determine whether a person is an emserious legal consequences. This expense may not be covered by genployee or independent contractor. The eral liability insurance. Once the fund most important issue in determining pays benefits, the fund will seek reimwhether an independent contractor or bursement from the gym owner. This amount can potentially run employee or employer status exists is the ability to control the into tens of thousands of dollars given the high costs of medical relationship. The application of the legal tests control factors to a gym's typical organizational structure points conclUSively to an care. Seizure of gym and p ersonal assets to satisfy the reimbursement claim may occur. employer-employee relationship:

a coach as an employee or

1. the ability of the gym owner to discharge the coach at will, 2. the inability of a discharged coach to maintain an ac tion for breach of contract based on the discharge, 3. p aym ent by hour or salary rather than a specified amount for a speCifically identified job, 4. ownership of apparatus and trai ning m ate rials, and 5. the ability to control the schedules of gymnas ts and coaches. A legal finding that an employer-employee relationship exis ts can create devastating problems for the gym owner who h ad arranged gym business affairs to take ad vantage of the ben efits of true indep endent contractor status. For instance, a well litigated May 1997

Second, in many states, an injured worker can pursue an action for damages directly against an uninsured employer, in addition to seeking benefits from the uninsured employers fund. This is a mos t unpleasant prospect. The damages available in such an action are not limited as they are a workers compensation forum. Further, in many states, it is presumed that an uninsured employer was at fault in causing the injury, making defending the action very difficult and very costly. This punitive presumption may seem unduly harsh, but it is intended to provide an incentive to obtain wo rker's compensation coverage. Apart from action initiated by the injured worker, the state department of industrial relations may impose stop work orders which will close the gym until insurance is obtained. The department may also seek penalTECHNIQUE

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ties and fines for fa ilure to carry insurance. While most business owners would like to think that their employees wo uld not pursue options de trimental to the gym, in the event of long-term disability or significant medical bills, the injured worker may not h ave any other ch oice. Th e business owner must also consider the possibility of a questionable claim or outright fraudulent claim brought by a disgruntled employee which the employer will s till h ave to defend. Certainly, the primary defense ineachcase would be that the coach was not an employee, but an independ ent contrac tor, thus extinguishin g the a ttendant responsibilities. But as previously discussed, it is likely tha t a fi nding will be made tha t the coach was an employee. Even if the gym owner successfully proves that a true independent contracto r sta tus existed or d efeats the claim on other grounds, the cost of hiring counsel to litigate the issues can be as equ ally as devastating as the potential liability exp osure itself. As in an y oth er business, the gym owner must carefully weigh the legal ramifications of its organizational structure. In an industry that involves a high level of physical activity w ith potential for physical injury, especially careful review must be made of liability concerns. When the gym owner considers the costs of a legal defense and potential liability exposure, the costs of treating coaches as employees, carrying proper insurance a nd paying taxes seem minimal.

Morris, D. Coaches as Independent Contractors: A Tax Payer Victory. Technique, Vol. 16, No. 10, November/December 1996, p. 9. The result in Morris' article seems d ependent upon Section 530 of the Revenue Act of 1978. The test in Sec tion 530 is wheth er the taxpayer h ad no reasonable basis for not treating the in dividual as an employee. This test is significantly different from legal test and will lead to different results. It is also important to n ote that a decision of an IRS Appeals

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Coaches Accreditation

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STEPSTO ACHIEVING PDP LEVEL I ACCI{EDITATION USA Gymnastics Professional Development Prograll1 All coaches interested in becoming PDP Level I accredited should fo llow this simple step-by-step guide.

Step 1* Order the Rookie Coaches Guide to Gymnastics and Sequential Gymnastics II fr o m the USA Gymnastics Merchandise Department or" check-out" these books from your gym and m ake a copy of the accompanying test. Complete both tests.

SITES FOR USA CHAMPIONSHIPS QUALIFIERS The following sites have been confirmed to host qualifying competitions for the 1997 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships:

University of California at Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA Contact: Steve Butcher - phone 61 9-563 -8530 or Mircea Badulescu - Phone 619 -296-8411

International Gymnastics School - Camp Stroudsburg, PA Contact: Bruno Klaus - phone 717-629-0244

US Olympic Training Center Gymnastics Colorado Springs, Co Contact: Ron Brant - phone 719-578-4609

Unversity of Minnesota

Step 2 Look for the Video Clinic listing in Techn ique, on USA Gymn astics Onl ine (htt.p : //www . usa-gymna s tics . org), attend a Regional or Na tional Con gress that offers the Video Clinic, or inquire w ithin yo ur club to see if there is anyone qualified in your gym to give the Video Clinic (see below for Video Clinic Administrator qualification s).

NOTE: If your club decides to give an in-house Video Clinic, please contact USA Gymnastics Safety and Education Department (317-237-5050, ext. 238)to notify them so they can advertise your clinic to o ther members.

Minneapolis, MN Contact: Fred Roethlisberger - phone 612-625-1585

Juergan's Gymnastics Academy Humble, TX Contact: Juergen Achtermann - phone 281-548 -1588 All of the competitions are required to begin at 4 :00 pm (Eastern DLS Time) on July 12, 1995

Step 3 ** Attend the Video Clinic. Wh en the clinic is over, tear out the last page of the Workbook, fill out the information requested, and obtain the Video Clinic Administra tor' s signa ture.

PDP LEVEL I MATERIALS

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(available from USA Gymnastics Merchandise 1-800-345-4719)

Once all of the a bove is completed, send your Rookie test, Sequ ential tes t, and Video Clinic form to USA Gymnas tics a lon g w ith a $10 check (processing fee) made payable to " USA Gymnastics." Please a llow 6-8 weeks for d elive ry of official certificate or n otification of re-tes t. One certificate indicating comple tion of PDP Level I will be issu ed.

• Rookie Coaches Gymnastics Guide,

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for administration of the course. This check can be made payable to the Video Clinic Administrator or the host gym.

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Kinder Accreditation for Teachers

CONGRATUUATIONS EEVEL I KAT TEACHlERS \ As of March 10,1997, the following preschool teachers completed the Level I Kinder Accreditation for Teachers program:

Note: * indicates KAT Clinician

Alabama Kathy Chambers Joel Inman LuAnnNix

Arizona

Robin Mossengren

Illinois Martie Jo Cline Cindy Morano Deirdre Niziolek Kelly Noonan Heidi Soper-Lawless Nancy White

Arkansas

Indiana

Laura Beam Sara Todd

Kristine Cline Jan Fadell *Loree Galimore Linda Hanson Kathleen Kelemen *Patti Komara Tamara Laird Karen Schroeder Diane Spevacek Amy Velez Jody Velez

California Mary Byers Ashieris Linda Dembrow Kristine Lowry DeTurk Paige Estrada Nancy Evensen "" Debbie Fricker Steve Greeley Nicki Geigert Susan Gross Jody Hurlburt Pa tricia Jones Michelle Klimesh *Jeff Lulla June Ralston Patty Sylvis Vikki Thomason Kris ten Walters Timothy Werner Kelly Woods

Colorado

Nancy Ford Margaret Hanssler Mruoy Jane Hesford Darcy Riehl Patricia Venter

Florida Allyson Cross *Barbara Davis Lorrie Gregory Kathy Jol1l1son Judy Kul1l1le Patti Lubaski

Montana Becky Price Janneece Sailors Lori Regele

Nevada Gia Colburn Joanna Fri tz Al Lansdon Mary Lee Mansfield Pam Phillips Karen Spencer

New Hampshire Pamela Berube Sandra Block Linda Jackman Gail Williamson-Hawes

New Jersey Kerry Brannigan Jane DeAngelis Kate Faber-Hickie

Kentu(ky

New York Estelle Alfonso Kathleen Bush Jennifer Gilbert Pollyru1l1a Gross Stacy Kalm Satu Lahti Sru1dra Marron Alfonso Weinlein

Louisiana Maryland

Lori Jac son Elaine Jewart SueKrum Jill Morris Kathie Sutherland

Mississippi

Tracy Lynn Cromer Julie Wright

Connecticut

Minnesota Tijuana Boyanton

Iowa

Connie Overton

Tammy Peterson

Sandi Charbonneau Linda Thorberg

Lisa Fandrich John Harris Suzruu1e Lux Lisa Miskowiec Erin Netteland Ben Nichols Cru1dy Winters Ron Winters

Sue Ladson Betsy Sprague

Cindy Raleigh Margaret Stevens

Pahoicia Delaney Allison Hylru1d Linda Lee Stuart Lisa Zeigler-Welsh

Ohio

Massa(husetts

Evan Sayres

Lisa Foisy Liz Gonzalez Melissa Kroodsma Jen Scannell Radejka Smith Corena Spiron Peggy Traumuller

Oklahoma

Linda Bradshaw Sru째ah Brawley Carol Corbett Tara Isler Paige Phillips Michael Thoendel

Georgia

Mi(higan

Oregon

Melanie Walker

Mruolene Dryer

Doran Deetz May 1997

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Rhode IslanH

Brenda Glover Sandi Marth

South Carolina

Cynthia Hawkins

Texas

Marilyn Bitsis Nina Corley Julie Earl Marsha Fitzjarrell Beth Gardner Diane Havens Donna Hessong Barbara Hughes Jennifer Shea Hunt James Jeffers Dottie Lee Lynn Meyer Holly Nay Michelle Nily Kim Owens Mru"jorie Parham Kimberly Pavlicek Carol Robuck Robin Shepperd Annette Thomas Jana Vonfeldt

Vermont

Tilza Buschner Mary Clifton Shelley O'Brien

Washington

Richard Samuels

Wisconsin

Debbie Grainger Louise Parenteau *Sharon Scherr

Australia

Annette Darrington Linda Pettit Lisa Shuck

Canada

Jeannie McCarthy

Kinder Accreditation for Teachers

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Plantsville, CT

Southington YMCA

Tigard, OR

Metro Gymnastics Center

Grandparenting 4 class observations is available. Must have at least 5 years preschool gymnastics teaching experience-send resume w ith registration.

Denver, Co.

National Congress

June

21-22

June

28-29

August 13

Houston, Texas

Workbook is sent prior to workshop.

Region 3 Congress

For more information, contact Jennifer Gallahue Lee at 317-2375050, extension 237.

Must Pre-register ten (10) days in advance.

KAT REGISTRATION FORM Minimum age for KAT is 16 years Name _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Social Securi ty # _________________________________________________________ Birthdate _________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ City ___________________________________________ State ________________________ Zip _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ____ Telephone (Day) _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ (Night) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___ Course Location _______________________________________________________________ Date _______________________ Organization Represented ___________________________________

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LocalNewspaper ___________________________________________ Fax ___________________________________________ Current USA Gymnastics Member #,____________________ (required for discount) *USA Gymnastics individual membership: Instructor or Professional only (Prerequisites can register if in progress): ____ Rookie Coaches Guide Test/ or PDP Level I ____

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Rhythmic Gymnastics

The following criteria must be m et for consideration as a Get It Going grant w inner:

"Get It Going" Introduce Rhythmic Gymnastics to Your Program The USA Gymnastics Get It Going Grant program is d esigned to promote the addition of rhythmic gymnas tics 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) w ill each receive a grant equivalent of $350 to attend a special Rhythmic Gymnas tics Introductory Workshop at the 1997 Congress in Den ver.

Applicants m ust be employed by a gymnas tics club, YMCA, or Park District program. Applicants must attend eight hours of d esignated Congress sessions plus elective sessions. Applicants will be encouraged to initiate rhy thmic classes in the Fall of 1997.

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

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 accep tan ce into the Get It Going program. 3. If you have alread y registered and are accepted into the Get It Going program, you will be reimbursed for yo ur Con gress regis tration. 4. Grant w ilU1ers w ill be notified by mail by June 27,1997. 5. Grant applicants are responsible for their own travel and hotel arrangements. Grant w ilU1ers w ill be reim bursed after submitting a copy of their receipts.

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V Two nights of housing (1/2 double) V Two days per diem

Nam e of Applicant _ __ __ _ __ _ ___ Age _ __

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

Name of school/club program _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ __

Congress Registration

Former grant w inners are ineligible.

IIGet 't Goingll Grant Applitation Form

Grant recipients will re(eive from USA Gymnasti(s

Title _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ __ _

Introdudory Workshop The Rhythmic Gymnastics Introducto ry Workshop is an tenh our curriculum. Th e Workshop begins at approxinlately 1:00 p.m. on Thursd ay, Au gust 14 and ends on Sunday, August 16 at 12:00 noon and includes:

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V Rhythmic Levell and 2 Classes

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V Basic Group Activities V Class Planning

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V Rhy thmic Level 3 and 4 Classes

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V Preschool Rhythmic Gymnastics V Training Level 5/6 Rhy thmic Gymnasts

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V One additional Rhy thmic Session of Choice

A ttach a letter of intent outlin ing, 1) professional gymnastics / dance background, and 2) statement describing w h y yo u are interested in receiving this grant.

Grant Application Form In an effort to encourage new rhythmic gymnastics programs, USA Gymnastics Announces the Get It Going grant program

May 1997

Return to: Rhyth mic Gymn as tics - Get It Going!, USA Gymnastics, Pan American Plaza, Suite 300, 201 S. Capitol, Indianapolis, IN 46225

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Athlete Wellness Program

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

he Athlete Wellness Coaches Course w ill be h eld in conjunction w ith the 1997 USA Gymnastics Congress in Denver, August 13.

. 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 m ade a commitment to implement those recommendations by funding the USA Gymnastics Athlete Wellness Program. In creating this program, USA Gymnas tics is taking a leading role in developing safeguards to balance some of the stresses elite athletes face.

* Notification ojfinal curriculu m Jar the Denver course will be announced as the Jaw lty is confi rmed.

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 Chair of the Task Force on USA Gymnas tics Response to the Female Athlete Triad .

AWP Coaches Course Description The pilot A thlete Wellness Program Coaches Course was conducted prior to the almual USA Gymnastics Congress and Olympic Trials in Boston, June 27, 1996. The curriculum for this course was developed by Dr. Joan Duda (artis tic national team sport psychologist) , Dr. Gloria Balague (rhythmic national team sport psychologist), and Dr. Dan Benardot (n ational team nutritionist). Over 75 111.en 's, women's and rhythmic National Board members, 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 w hich will eventually be offered to the general membership through national and regional congresses and regional symposiums.

Course Topics

USA Gymnastics

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 makeup of the adolescent as it relates to involvement in gymnas tics. The Female Athlete Triad-What is it? Why gynmasts maybe at increased risk?; Are there possible long-term implica tions?

To register for this Athlete WeI/ness Course, use the form on page 22.

Also included : Psychological fac tors associated with the athlete's experience that may exacerbate all. underlying predisposition to a disord ered eating pattern; May 1997 TECHNIQUE

1997 Con ess

1997 USA GYMNASTICS NATIONAL CONGRESS THE FACTS

Hyatt Regency Denver

Host City: Denver, Colo .

1750 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80202

Congress Dates:

303-295- 1234

Pre-Co ngress Sessions· August 13 . Denver Marriott Hotel Congress Sessions . August 14- 16 • Denver Convention Center Post Congress Sessions . August 17 • Denver Convention Center 1997 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships • August 13- 16 . McNichols Arena

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

Located in the heart of the city 's business and financial district, p laces Denver attractions within walking distance of the hotel. Just a block a w ay is Denver's principle shopping district, the 16th Street Mall . This mile-long pedestrian wa lkway, with free shuttle service, offers a variety of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. The Hyatt is three blocks from the Colorado Convention Center. Cut-off date : July 14, 1997 Rates: $120 for single/double; $130 triple

Non-Members $250

Comfort Inn - Downtown

CONGRESS HOTELS

401 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202

Denver Marriott City Center

303-296-0400

21701 California Street, Denver, CO 80202

The Comfort Inn Downtown offers you more than just an affordable price . You'll be greeted with a warm welcome by a friendly staff that takes great pride in providing for your every need.

303-297 -1300 The Marriott Hotel w ill serve as the host hotel for the Congress Add-on sessions on Wednesday, August 13. All other Congress Sessions will be conducted at the Denver Convention Center. Accommodations atthe Denver Marriott City Center boast mile-high standards of hospitality, elegance, and comfort. 612 guest rooms displaying an array of amenities which are the hallmarks of Marriott Many rooms have spectacular views of the city and nearby mountains The Concierge Level surrounds you with an even higher level of service and treats you to exclusive access to the Concierge Lounge Marjolaine's family-style restaurantfeatures buffets and traditional favorites Fitness center includes a lap pool, free w eights, state-ofthe-art equipment, saunas, hot tUb, and locker rooms. Cut-off date : July 14, 1997 Rates : $120 for single/ double; $130 triple

The Hyatt Regency Denver downtow n is a luxury hotel offering guests the largest sleeping 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 faci lities unparalleled in the Denver area.

No pre-registration after July 25 (registrations must be post marked by July 25). After July 25, you must register on-site.

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 w ell as large living rooms and work areas to make you feel right at home. Cut-off date : July 14, 1997 Rates: $89 for single; $99 for double/ triple

TRANSPORTATION \ TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS All of the above hotels are a short w alk from the Denver Convention Center (3-5 blocks). Taxi service is a vailable from the hotels, the Denver Convention Center, and McNichols Arena . Hotel parking : TBD at Denver Marriott; TBD at Hyatt Regency; TBD Comfort Inn . Ross & Babcoc k Travel is the Travel Agenc y of C ho ice for

May 1997 T ECHN IQUE

1997 Congress

USA Gymnastics. Call the USA Gymnastics Travel Desk now at (317) 237 -5050, Extension 259 to make your reservations for the 1997 USA Gymnastics Congress. Ross & Babcock is a fullservice travel agency and can arrange for a ll of your travel needs.

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For special rates to the 1997 John Hancock U.S. Gymnastics Championships call LTI Corporate Travel Services at 1-800-321-1136 or 303-397-1386.

PRESENTATIONS 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

will feature informative speakers discussing club business, technique and sport science, preschool/developmental, judges training, as well as men 's, women 's, and rhythmic topics. This year, we wi ll be expanding the number of "handson" sessions.

EXHIBITION HALL The Exh ibit 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.

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

May 1997 TECHNIQUE

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REGISTRATION FORM

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Site: USA Gymnastics National Congress, Denver, CO Dates: Sunday, August 17, 1997 Times: Written and practical- 8:45a.m.-12: 15 p.m. Test Administrator: Betty Sroufe Participant Information: Judges/Examinee # _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ (RT or JG) OR.first time testing ___________________ Name: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ phone: ( _ ) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Address :_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ __ _ City: _ __ __ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ __ _ State: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Zip :. _ _ _ _ __ Current Rating: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Check those that apply: Compulsory Level

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05/6 B

Optional Level

07/8A

07/8 B

Optional Level

09A

Optional Level

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Practical Exam (video)

07/8

Cost: $20 per part

010

Late (after deadline)/On-site registration: $30 per part

All fees are non-refundable. Pre-registration is a must. No walk-in registration on day of exam .

You must include with your registration a copy of your rating card. Also, your active status must be current to test up! Deadline dates : USA Gymnastics National Congress - postmarked July 26 Make check payable to: JCI Mail check for full amount and registration form to:

Betty Sroufe 2096 Rolling Hills Blvd . Fairfield, OH 45014 513-829-5671

NOTE: A Level 10 Recertification Course may be offered Wednesday, August 13 if warrented. If you are interested , You must contact Betty May 1997

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Check # _ _ _ _ _ __

Professional or Instructor Members

Postmark

Pre-registration (postmarked by July 25) $150 On-site $175 Non-Members $250

1997 PRE-REGISTRATION FORM COMPLETE ON E CONGRESS FORM PER PERSON-YOU MAY PHOTOCOPY FOR ADDITIONAL CONGR ESS REGISTRATIONS YOUR PROFESSIONAL ADDRESS (LISTED IN THE USA GYMNASTICS PRO-MEMBE R DATA BASE) WI LL BE USED FOR ALL CORRESPON DENCE.

Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Social Security No. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ USAG Pro or Instructor # _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Exp . Date ___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ ~ailing

Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _~~ This is a new address

City _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ State _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Zip _ _ _ _ _ __ Name

of Club Program _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___

Day Ph one _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Night Phone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___

Minimum age for Congress registration is 16.

PAYMENT

CONGRESS COSTS

MAKE CHECK/MON EY ORDER PAYABLE TO USA GYMNASTICS

Fee includes: • One credential for entrance to Congress sessions and master clin ics 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). •

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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After July 25 you must register on-site

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

No Exceptions!

please do not call USA Gymnastics regarding Championships tickets . May 1997

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1997 Congress

1997 CONGRESS SCHEDULE tt

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

TUESDAY, AUGUST 12

11 :15-12:30 pm

Date \ Times

Congress and John Hancock U.S. Championships Activities

5:00-8:00 pm

Congress Registration Desk open (at Marriott Hotel)

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

8:00 am-12 noon 10:00 am-7:00 pm 8:30 am-6:30 pm 9:00 am-7:00 pm 9:00 am-6:00 pm B:OO am-5:00 pm 1:OO-B:OO 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 (location 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 I Video 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 am-7:00 pm Registration Desk open (at Denver Convention Center) 8:00-11 :00 am Exhibitor set-up continues 8:30-9:30 am Congress Sessions (Round #1) 9:45-10:45 am Congress Sessions (Round #2) 11 :00 am-12 noon Congress Sessions (Round #3) 11 :30 am-5:30 pm Exhibition Hall Open 12:00-1:30 pm LUN CH BREA K- (90 minutes) NOTE: 30 minutes to transport to McNichols Arena 1:00-3:30 pm Jr. Women All-Around and Event Finals 1:30-2:30 pm Congress Sessions (Round #4) 2:45-3:45 pm Congress Sessions (Round #5) 4:00-5:00 pm Congress Sessions (Round #6) 5:00-7:00 pm 0 INN ER BREA K- (120 minutes) 7:00-9:30 pm Sr. Women All-Around and Event Finals

1:00-5:00 pm 1:00-4:00 pm 2:00-3:00 pm 3:15-4: 15 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 5:30-7:00 pm 7:00-9:30 pm 9:15 pm 9:30 pm 9:45-11 :30 pm

President's Session (Buell Theater) - (Round #9) LUNCH BREA K- (90 minutes) NOTE: 30 minutes to transport to McNichols Arena Exhibition Hall Open Jr. Men All-Around Finals Congress Sessions (Round #10) Congress Sessions (Round #11) Congress Sessions (Round #12) 0 INN ER BREA K- (90 minutes) Sr. Men All-Around Finals Doors open for Ceremony of Honors (at Buell Theater) Ceremony of Honors video presentation Ceremony of Honors

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 Conducted at Denver Convention Center

TBD Men's Notional Team Meeting (tentative) TBD Men's State and Regional Choir's Brunch (tentative) B:30 am-3:00 pm Registration Desk Open 9:00 am-2:00 pm Exhibition Hall Open (open to the general public and Congress attendees) 9:00-10: 15 am Congress Sessions (Round #13) 75 minute sessions 10:30-11 :45 am Congress Sessions (Round #14) 75 minute sessions 11:45am-l :15pm LU NCH BREAK - (90 minutes) NOTE: 75 minutes to transport to McNichols Arena 1:00-3:30 pm Jr. Women All-Around Finals 1:15-2:30 pm Congress Sessions (Round #15) 75 minute sessions 2:45-3:30 pm Congress Sessions (Round #16) 75 minute sessions 3:30-6:00 pm 0 INN ER BREA K- (150 minutes) 4:00-5:00 pm Possible time for Regional meetings, etc. TBD Notional Safety Certifiers' Meeting TBD Exhibitor tear-down 6:00-B:30 pm Sr. Women All-Around Finals 9: 15 pm Doors open to Closing Banquet Party (at Denver Convention Center Ballroom) 9:45 pm-l :00 am CL0 SI NG BAN QUE T PAR TY

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 POST路CONGRESS ADD ONS

FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 5

Departures ... TBD Women's Notional Team Meeting 9:00 am-l:30 pm Safety Course #3(for both those recertifying and those new to the Safety Certification program) 9:00 am-12 noon PDP Levell Video Clinic 9:00 am-l 0:30 am Women's Skill Evaluator Exam

Conducted at Denver Convention Center

7:00 am-6:00 pm 8:30-9:30 am 9:00-11 :00 am 9:45-10:45 am 11 :00 am

12:30-2:00 pm

Registration Desk Open Congress Sessions (Round #7) Exhibition Hall Open Congress Sessions (Round #8) Doors open for President's Session (Buell Theater) May 1997

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May 28-June 2, 1997 Univ. of Nevad a, Reno

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FIG Code of Points

FIG CODE OF POINTS AND USA GYMNASTICS J.O. COMPULSORY MATERIALS

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Now that Atlanta is behind us and Sydney is on the horizon , it is time to roll out new compulsory exercises and Codes of Points . Below is information related to M/W /R Codes and Women ' s Compulsories. Note that the Men' s JO. Materials are currently available and RSG JO. materials will be used in the upcoming quadrennium with only minor changes .

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Women 's FIG Code of Points Men 's FIG Code of Points RSG FIG Code of Points

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WHEN ARE THEY EFFECTIVE? January 1997 through December 2000 WHO SHOULD HAVE ONE? Anyone who is coaching or judging optional routines should have a copy of this definitive rule book for their particular discipline.

WHEN WILL THEY BE AVAILABLE? CODES ARE AVAILABLE NOW!!! HOW DO I ORDER A CODE? See order form on page 29 or call USA Gymnastics Member Services (1 -800-3454719).

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The JO. compulsory materials define and illustrate the routines used in USA Gymnastics' JO. competitive program and provide the basis for the sound development of young athletes from entry level to the advanced competitive levels. The J 0. Technical Handbook is based on the FIG Code of Points and provides the guidelines for optional competition in the JO. program as well as general information about judging .

WHEN ARE THEY EFFECTIVE? For the 1997-1998 through the 2000-2001 competitive seasons . WHO SHOULD HAVE THESE MATERIALS? If you are coaching or judging in women ' s gymnastics in the U. S., you should have these definitive materials .

WHEN WILL COMPULSORY MATERIALS BE AVAILABLE? AttendeesoftheJO . Compulsory Workshops will be able to purchase materials (limited quantities) at the workshops at discounted rates . Materials ordered by those NOT attending the workshops will be mailed approximately two weeks after the workshops (mid -June) . See May Technique for ordering information about compulsory materials .

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other cities in contac t wi th USAG. It is still a useful meet and could be used to provide incentive for all athletes, especially non-NCAA athletes w ho need meets. Prize money may be attached to events. It w ill not be a reranking meet.

MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITIEE MEETING

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VIII. Comments

February 15, 1997 Grand Rapids, MI

Meeting called to order at 1:08 pm EST by Chairman Marc Yancey.

I. Roll Call Members present: Marc YalKey Tim Daggett Greg Corsiglia Fred Turoff, Jr. Chris Waller Mark Williams Ron Galimore Delmis McIntyre Jolm Scheer Member absen t: George Beckstead

II.

Chair, MPC USAG Vice-chair for Men Jr. Coaches Representative (for Dusty Ritter) Sr. Coaches Representative Athlete Representative Sr. Coaches Representative Men' s Program Director (voice, no vote) Men's Program Manager (voice, no vote) NGJA president, guest (no vote) FIG Representative

Upcoming events and National Team rankings

Several members of our Oly mpic Team are not competing this weekend and have been/may be requested for meets in this half of the year. A list of coming meets was passed out for reference. Value and practicality of various invitati ons was discussed. We w ill send athletes to Moscow World Stars March 28-30, Ypres Cup (Belgium) May 17 (Jolu1 MacCread y is invited by name); Puerto Rico International Gymnastics Cup July 17-19, w ith selections for these and the March 21-22 International Team meet to be done this evening before the National Team meeting. We will not send athletes to Romania Cup, Bosphorus Tour. Juniors have a number of opportunities this year. They w ill participate in the Jr. Pacific Alliance to be held in US and a domes tic meet/ training camp w ith Germany. Our best juniors w ill travel to either China or Russia/ Belarus/ Ukraine. Juniors w ill participate in the international tri-meet in March. The Canberra Cup (a December meet) is ano ther possibility, but a timely request hasn' t been received to date.

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July 12 Qualification Meets for USA Championships

Bids to host due by April 4. Conference call Thursday, April 24. Sites w ill be ann ounced May 2. No more than fi ve si tes w ill be approved, with regional representation a prime consideration. Use of at least one NAL/ TA in strongly suggested. Meets wi ll be held at the same time, 4 pm EDT (3 pm CDr, 2 pm MDT, 1 pm PDT).

IV.

Bonus System Proposal

It was determined to take no action on this due to input from the Elite Coaches Associa tion membership received at this morning's meeting. VII. Approval of Previous Minutes Motion to approve the previous minutes of January 29. Mo tion - M. Williams Second - T. Daggett APPROVED - 6-0

Cooperation between groups was lauded . Recent work on the NAL/ T A selections, input from Elite Coaches tod ay and in the National Team Plan development process, lobbying and having legisla tion passed to maintain Olympic sport championships in the NCAA are all examples of excellent teamwork . Prior to recessing Chris Waller was welcomed to the MPC and thanks were extended to Peter Vidma r (in absence) for his years of service.

The meeting was recessed at 3 pm until after the competition this evening. The meeting was reconvened at 8:05 pm.

IX.

Selections Procedures for upcoming events.

VISA American Cup: Jolm Roethlisberger (defending champion), Olympic gymnasts; Blaine Wilson and Chainey Umphrey; rank order from 1997 Winter Cup. Interna tional Team meet: Rank order from 1997 Winter Cup Challenge. Invitations: Moscow World Stars _ rank order. [Steve M accepted w ith John M and Jay T. alterna tes]. Belgium, Ypres Cup _ they requested John M. If he declines, go rank order after team meet. [John M accep ted]. Puerto Rico Cup (7/17-19) andSr. Pan Ams (7/2-6) -Rankorderfrom 1997 Winter Cup Challenge. It may be necessary to add the OlympiCTeam members to our national team to allow us to use them in spring events if they weren' t in the Winter Cup. Motion to add Olympic Team members to the national team as unranked members. Mo tion - T. Daggett Second - C. Waller PASSED - 6-0

Note: this doesn't put them into the U.S. Championships - only ranked members advance. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 pm to attend the Na tional Team meeting. Submitted by Fred Turoff, Secretary, USA Gymnastics Men's Program Committee. Approved: Ron Galimore, Men 's Program Director Kathy Scanlan, USA Gymnastics President

VISA American Cup, 3x3 Mixed-pairs

Schedules were passed out for these meets. Jolm Roethlisberger, Blaine Wilson and Chainey Umphrey are invited to the VISA American Cup. NBCTV contract states 2 of top 6 (from US Championships or Olympic Trials) are to compete in televised meets, so we are compliant here.

Winter Cup Future

A number of groups are interested in hosting this in the future, wi th New Orleans, Rock Hill, SC and Toledo, OH having sent proposals in and five May 1997

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International Gymnastics Federation

Decision by the IOC on March 6th, 1997: the Trampoline will not become the fourth FIG OlympiC discipline in Sydney 2000.

NOTES FROM

FIGFLAsH No.14

A work group has been formed to define the conditions for m erging the FIG and the Trampoline Federation (FIT) as well as for Sports Acrobatics (IFSA) .

Other News Pacific Alliance

March 1997

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Official News The members of the FIG Executive Committee met in Rome, February 13-14, under the presidenc y of Bruno Grandi (ITA). At the close of the meetings, the following principal decisions were taken: The World Championships of Sports Aerobics 1998 were awarded to the Italian Federation (Rome), and those of 1999 to the German Federation (Hanover) . The exact dates still have to be confirmed. FIG Symposiums: At the time of the 1997 RSG World Championships in Berlin, the FIG will organize three Symposiums devoted to the following themes: October 20-21: Development of Junior Talent in Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics October 22-24: Development of Men's Artistic Gymnastics October 25-26: Structures and Schedule of FIG Competitions The Nepalese Federation (NEP) has been provisionally readmitted. Judges panels: Authorities ratified the modifications proposed by the Competitions Commission for a new organization of judges panels and their allocations. In the future, all FIG disciplines must adopt the same structures as their juries. Marks A (starting mark) and B (performance) must be scored simultaneously. Warnings and replacements may be carried out during competitions. Judges' wo rk will be evaluated after competitions based on video images. Proposals supporting the decrease of judges and the standardization of juries A and B are still being assessed.

In November 1996, 13 member federations participated in the General Assembly of the Pacific Alliance in Kuantan (MAS). At this time Jim Barry was re-elected to the Presidency . The next Alliance championships w ill take place for Juniors in 1997 in Houston. The Seniors will meet in 1998 in Winnipeg (CAN) Jul Y 10-12 and in the year 2000 probably at Christchurch (NZL). Henceforth, RSG will rightfully be part of the PANGF disciplines. 11th World Gymnaestrada The Swedish organizers of the 11 th World Gymnaestrada have just published their first information Bulletin. Welcome, program, location layou t, cultural activities, etc. - nothing is missing! In the chapter regarding no velties, we are impressed by the organization of a yo uth mega-camp . The opportunity will be offered to 500 adolescents, from all parts of the World to get better acquainted with Sweden and the Swedish people, to train together, to fraternize wi th other gymnasts from other countries, and to encourage a better understanding between the world's people. This is a new and superb initiative of the Organizing Committee, which allows young gymnasts to create strong and lasting ties, founded on the development of physical and moral values w hich bring to mind and defend the Statutes of the FIG. World Championships in Lausanne On March 1,58 national federations had returned their provisional registration forms for the World Championships in Lausanne to the FIG Secretariat. To date, the following are registered: 42 men's teams; 32 women's teams; 31 individual male gymnasts; and 49 individual female gymnasts.

The updating of the Apparatus Brochure was confirmed. Furthermore, in light of the General Assembly's decision to include 20 cm landing mats in Women's competitions, a height adjustment of respective apparatus (beam and uneven bars) will be necessary. The Federations w ill be informed of the new dimensions. In 1999, the Artistic World Championships of Tianjin (CHN) as well as the RSG in Osaka (JPN) w ill be the qualification for gymnasts desiring to attend the Olympic Games 2000 in Sydney.

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In order to be considered, the following criteria are used as guidelines, Coaches Eligibility: Fifteen years as a coach. To be nominated as a coach, one must have been consistently successful in National Collegiate Championships; coached one or more athletes w ho have been members of national teams (International, Junior, or Senior) sponsored by the National Governing Body (USAG/USGF / AAU); and /or coach ed national sp onsored international team(s). Coaches may be nominated either as individuals or as members of a coaching partnership.

Educational Background Number of years in coaching _ _ __ Coaching positions held : club(s), Collegiate, organization, or schools and what years coached in these locations . _ _ _ __

List gymnasts and coaches developed by nominee: Olympians, National Champions, Conference Champions, Elite's, outstanding coaches, etc . ___________________________________________________________________________________ National team coaching positions held by nominee; please include dates .,_______________________________________

" Li st any publ ications produced by the nom inee _________________________________________________________ Background as an athlete _________________________________________________________________________ Additional information about the nominee's career in coaching; (honors, contributions to the gymnastics field , records, etc.l please list names, addresses, and phone numbers of additional persons who might add to the information listed here on behalf of this nominee._________________________________________________________________________________

I : (•Jtj 11: '7' i(·]:I i·] iIf[.]:iii]1 ~ 1i; , ·] iI In order to be considered, the follow ing criteria are used as guidelines. Contributor's Eligibility: Twenty years of service. To be nominated, a contributor will have served significantly on national committees; hold National and "Brevet" credentials as a judge frequently judging at national and international m eets; w ill have invented devices that advance the technical performance of gymnastic elements or promote a safe gymnastics environm ent; w ill have written or contributed to significant gymnastics books, monograms, and articles and/ or will have produced research advancing the field. Please continue the application with the following information: Educational background _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

please list significant ways in which this nominee has contributed to the gymnastics field : National committees (years and offices heidI ___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Regional service (years and offices heldl _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ Books published orarHcles published _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _~ Development of significant ideas which have benefited the gymnastics community .____________________________ Judging service and major assignments (Olympic, World, International, and/or Nationall _______________________ Service to the gymnastics community (volunteer contributions not covered abovel _______________________________ Was this nominee a gymnastics competitor? (list background and yearsl _______________________________________ Was the nom inee a coach? (I ist years and ach ievements 1________________________________________________ Additional information : honors received, gymnastics recognition ____________________________________________ List names, addresses, and phone numbers of additional persons who might add to the information listed on behalf of this nominee.

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footage from clubs across the nation. Each video focuses on a level of training at a gymnastics club in the United States. This series shows can· did, unrehearsed views of typical workouts. EI.le Le~el- Cbu:inmdi Gy .....as:lics J\cade ... y Featuring an Elite level workout from Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy with Olympic coach, Mary lee Tracy and Olympic Gold Medalists, Amanda Borden and Jaycie Phelps. 2 tape set #2705 .. .. $29.95 Le~el

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Atlanta 1996 T e(:iuJi(:aI Video-Women'!i All-Around* Feotures all competing athletes. Including the gold medal winning Lilia Podkopayeva (UKR), S. Miller, D. Dawes and D. Moceanu (USA), G. Gagen, L Milosovici and S. Amanar (ROM), D. Kochetkova, S. Chorkina and R. Galiyeva (RUS), Mo Huilan (CHN), S. Boguinskaia and Y. Piskun (BlR) and athletes competing from other countries. This video available to USA Gymnastics members only. 4 tape sel: all events #2951. ..... $29.95 Atlanta 1996 T edmical Video-Women'!i E~ent Final!i* Features all competitors, including: Lilia Podkopayeva (UKR), S. Miller, A. Chow, D. Dawes and D.Moceanu (USA), G. Gogen, L. Milosovici, A. Morinesw and S. Amanar (ROM), D. Kochetkova, S. Chorkina and R. Galiyeva (RUS), Mo Huilan (CHN), S. Boguinskaia and other athletes. This video available to USA Gymnastics members only. 1 tape: all events #2952 .. . ... $19.95

RHYTHMIC Atlanta 1996 T edmical Video-RLytLmic Group Preliminarie!i* Features all teams from Atlanta. Including: USA, ESp, BUl, BlR, FRA, CHN, RUS, GER and ITA. This video available to USA Gymnastics members only. 1 Tape: all events #2953 .. ... . $19.95 Atlanta 1996 T eciuJi(:al Video-RI...".l.rnic Indindual Preliminarie!i' Features all competing athletes. Including: Jessica Davis (USA), E. Serebryanskaya, E. Vitrichenko (UKR), I. Batyrchina and A. Zaripova (RUS), D. Popova and M. Petrova (BUl), l. loukanenko and T. Ogryzko (BlR), as well as athletes from ESp, FRA, CAN, GRE, ROM, GER, ITA, CHN, JPN, POL, m, HUN, AUT, GEO, BEL, FIN and LTU. This video available to USA Gymnastics members only. 4 tape set: all events #2954.. .... $29.95

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JUDGES CERTIFICATION, INC. February 16 & 17, 1997 Columbus, Ohio

The meeting was called to order by the President, Oelene Darst at 7:30 p.m.

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Roll Call

Members present: Rene Niccollai Vice President, Certification Coordinator Vice President, Examinations Cheryl Hamilton Betty Srouf Vice President, Judges' Training Liaison members present: NAWGJ Liaison Yvonne Hodge COImie Ma loney USAG Liaison Member absent: Sue Ammerman Vice President, Policies and Procedures

II.

Previous Minutes

Minutes of the June, 1996, m eeting were reviewed and approved as written.

II.

President's Report

The Opernting Code was rev iewed as amended from the last meeting. The year end financial report was presented . For the first time in several years JCI has ended the year in the black thanks to everyone's working to avoid unnecessary expenses such as extra mailings, ulU1ecessary phone calls, etc. The 1997 budget was presented with discussion follow ing. Due to the additional expense related to production of the new written and practical exams two new ca tegories were added to the budge t. Motion to accept the 1997 Budget as amended. PASSED The Varina Frenclr Recovery Fund was closed when a check for just over $10,000 was sent to Varina along with the names of everyone/ organization that contributed . A thank you letter was sent from JCI to everyone w ho contributed . We thank you all again. Motion to purchase a fax machine for Ammerman's office and for her to get a separate phone line for the fax machine. PASSED Discussion occurred concerning the purchase of a new Scantron for the new cycle. The President will obtain information as to cos t, etc. , and report direc tly to the Board within a month so that a decision can be reached on the feasibility of such purchase.

II.

Certification Coordinator's Report - R. Niccollai

A. The almual ratings report was presented (Exhibit A) . This report w ill

continue to be presented in the new cycle w ith modifications. The state with the few est and grea tes t number of judges will be eliminated . The passing rate for the practical w ill be by levels. A report showing the number of test administra tions by state w ill be added . B. The current list of active TA's was presented w ith discussion rega rding the problems Rene has had w ith some of them in terms of procedures. The President addressed scheduled test administrations that had been scheduled during the year, but no report had been made for them. All but one had been canceled w ith failure to notify JCI of the cancellati on . One tes t had been given in October, but the test were never sent for grad ing. This is a major problem fo r those ind ividuals that tes ted but never received res ults. We have asked USA Gymnastics (Maloney) to foll ow up on this since the TA is a state chairman fo r USA Gymnastucs. May 1997

The TA's w ho have failed to follow professional standards in the administration of the exam w ill not be allowed to schedule the exam until the problems are cleared up. The TA workshops scheduled for the NAWGJ Symposium and USA Gynmastics Na tional Congress w ill be directed by Rene. All TA's must attend to be eligible to administer the exams in the new cycle. In addition, in the future the following policies w ill be in effect: If a T A has not given the test within a year after having attend a workshop, they must attend another T A Workshop before being allowed to administer the exam. If a T A has been notified in writing of any irregularities in the procedures of the administration of the exams and/or report forms, they must attend another T A Workshop before being allowed to administer the exam. The new TA Guide w ill be given out to all TA's attending the workshops this summer. C. Level 10 Re-certification procedures The follow ing to pics were disc ussed regarding proced ures for the recertification of Level 10 program: 1 umber of eli gible judges and sites for course. N umber of individuals to teach the course. N umber of hours needed and how that time was to be spent. No tification and registration of attend ees. Cos t of program for JCI and for attend ees. A list of all eligible Level 10 Judges(have passed the Level 10 exam tw ice w ithin the las t two cycles) w ill be generated by the Certification office. Each eligible judge w ill be sent a letter of invitation with a registration form. This form must be sent to JCI w ith the fee of $30 by the due d ate. Motion that based upon the number of eligible Level10 judges, JCI will offer the Level 10 Re-certification course only at the four national sites, USAG-WTC symposiums in Reno, NV and Providence, RJ, NAWGJ National Symposium in Miami, FL and the USAG Gymnastic Congress in Denver, CO. If a j ttdge is ttnable to attend one of these fottl Ie eeltifieatioll eotuses hefshe llIay obtain theillating by Ie testing. The course will be 8 hours, two hours for each event with vault and general being combined. Each two hour session will consist of brief overview of the new rules, practice judging of Level 10 routines with the new rules, and a 10 question self-grading written exam to be administered at the end of the session along with questions and answers. USAG-WTC members C. Hamilton and M. Dykes will be the course instructors for all four courses. PASSED (see below )

NOTE:After the Presiden t met witlr the USAG-WTC, tire fo llowing change was made to tire above motion. If a judge is unable to attend one of these four re-certification courses he/she may obtain their rating by attending a regional course or by testing as in the past.

Regional courses will have the same requirements as the national cou rses. Costs for the regional courses will be the responsibility of the region sponsoring the course. All registration for all the Level lOre-certification courses w ill be administered by JCI. D. Level 10 testing w ill be administered in the new cycle the same as in the past cycle. Any ac tive TA w ho has interest in becoming a Level 10 TA should fill out the attached form(Exhibit B) . Please read carefull y the requirements for holding this position . New Level 10 T A' s w ill be appointed by JCI as soon as possible.

IV.

Vice路 President on Policies and Procedures路 S. Ammerman

A. The annual w rillen report for 1996 was presented with the fo llowing

information included . The total number of tes t administrations for 1996 was 147. USAG Test Administrators administered 2. JCI Test Administrators administered 18. NAWGJ Test Administrators administered 124. Level 10 Test Administrators adminis tered 3. B. Expenses for 1996 fo r postage and phone were $1,066.13 w hich does not include printing costs. T ECHNIQUE

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C. Problems related to a NAWGJ TA receiving the videos and not returning them was discussed. YVOIme was asked to con tact this TA regarding this problem as she is a AWGJ Regional Judging Director. D. Revised copy of the " Req uest for Sched u leing Exams" form was reviewed and revised for the 1997 T A Guide.

V. Vice· President, Examinations report - C. Hamilton A. The annual wri tten report was presented to the Board with the following information included: The new compulsory tests are completed and being proofed at the present time The optional exam writers have been contacted and w ill begin their work as soon as the USA Gymnastics completes their work on the new rules for Junior Olympic competition. The optional exams were videoed at the Buckeye Classic. They will be evaluated by the USAG-WTC, March 1-3 and also by the judges at J.O Na tionals in May. B. Disc ussion occurred regarding the different levels of testing in light of the rules es tablished by USAG. Motion to have the following testing leve ls for the optional exams. Written Level 7/8 - 70% re quired to pass Level 9 - 76% required to pass Level 10 - 80 % required to pass Practical Level 8 - 70% required to pass Level 9 - 75% required to pass Level 10 - 80% required to pass PASSED All other requirements remain as they have been in the present cycle. Motion made that all individuals directly involved in writing the compulsory routines and the deductions will be exempt from the Level 5/6 compulsory exam. PASSED V.

Vice· President for Judges' Training and Evaluation·

Sroufe The written report presented proposals for JCI testing at the NAWGJ Symposium and USAG Congress. After discussion on the proposals the report was accep ted . Betty will work w ith the Symposium and the Congress direc tor on the se t-up needed for the tests. The Registration form for the JCI test administrations at the Symposium and Congress was reviewed and revised. It will be included in the NAWGJ National newsletter as well as Technique . JCI Board members as well as additional TA's were assigned as assistants for the tes t administration at the SympOSium. Proctors must arrive at 8:00 a.m., testees must arrive at 8:30 a.m ., exams begin at 9:00 a.m. They are: Written exams - B. Sroufe Assistants: D. Darst, B. Heppner, and C. McLane Practical exams - R. iccollai Assistants: S. Ammerman, C. Hamilton, and B. Synol TA workshops were planned for NAWGJ TNs at the IAWGJ Symposium and for USAG T A's at the USA Gymnastics Na tional Congress. The schedule at the Symposium will be Wednesday, June 25'h, in the PM for 1 1/2 hours. A similar session will be arranged for the USA Gymnastics I ational Congress. Ac tive Status Coordinators workshop w ill also be held at the Symposium. It is schedu led for State Judging Direc tors and/ or Ac tive Status COOl'dinators for Thursday, June 26 in the morning for one hour. A similar session wi ll also be arranged for the USA GYllmastics Na tional Congress.

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VI. NAWGJ Report- Y. Hodge A verbal report on the NAWGJ meetings plalmed for the summer was presented Hod ge has agreed to work wi th Hamilton on the exam to be administered at the Level 10 re-certification courses.

The meeting lOllS Ildjourned Ilt 4:30 p.II1 ., MondllY Februlll'y 17, 1997.

The next regular meeting of JCI will be held Jun e 27th, 1997, 7:00 PM at the NAWGJ Symposium . Respectively submitted, Delene Dllrst, President JCI May 1997

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, MEN'S PROGRAM COMMITTEE Conference Call March 12, 1997

The Conference call meeting was called to order at 11:03 a.m. EST by Chairman Marc Yancey

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Note: T. Daggett rejoined the call at this point. VII.

Update on Rome FIG/MTC meeting

G. Beckstead reported on ac tivities. The top 90% of those who a ttended the FIG course in December are eligible for A-panel assignments. Many concerns were covered . Beckstead w ill host the nex t FIG /MTC meeting in San Pedro, CA during the last weekend of May (four days). The committee can answer any questions that we pose at this time. Most ques tions were an swe red clearly at the Rome meeting. It is important to be specific in asking questions. The Rome meeting ran very well and everyone had an opportunity to speak and discuss items.

VIII. Funding disbursal when a tie exists

Roll Call

Motion that when a tie exists, the monies of the tied places will be split among those tied. Mo tion - F. Turoff Second - M. Williams PASSED - 7-0

Members present on call: Marc Yancey Chair, MPC George Beckstead FIG Representative Tim Daggett USAG Vice-chair for Men Dusty Ritter, Jr. Jr. Coaches Representative Sr. Coaches Representative Fred Turoff, Jr. Chris Waller Athlete Representative Sr. Coaches Representati ve Mark Williams Men's Program Director (voice, no vote) Ron Galimore Dennis McIntyre Men' s Program Manager (voice, no vote)

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IX.

1997 World Championships Coach

Galimore gave recommendations for the World Championships team coach. The two candidates most qualified at this time are Peter Kormann and Ron Brant. Both h ave been contacted and expressed interest plus indicated they would be part of the team effort if not the head coach. Motion to offer the position to P. Kormann. If he declines, the position will be offered to R. Brant. Mo tion - F. Turoff Second - T. Daggett PASSED - 7-0

No te: T. Daggett left the call at this point. III.

Chris Young at the USOTC

A letter was received from Chris Young and coach Bob Kohut reques ting a trial period at the USOTC Motion to approve a trial period for Chris Young at the USOTC Motion - D. Ritter Second - C WalIer PASSED - 7-0

IV.

Feedback needed on 3/7 fax items

Galimore communicated several areas needing input: proposed dates of the 2000 Olympic Trials, proposed preparations for the Sydney Olympic Team, and a possible international team mee t in the fa lI 1998. Coaches w ill be solicited for their input by representatives. Also needed are congress items: presentations, meetings, etc.

One-touch warm-up Vs no one-touch warm-up

At present, the approved procedure does not allow a one-touch warm-up. Elite coaches overwhelmingly approved this last year. Is this in the best interest of the athlete? Should we re-align warm-up procedure w ith international procedures? R. Brant will be asked to poll the elite coaches for their current opinions.

The meeting was adjou rned at 12:17 p.m. EST. Submitted by F. Turoff Secretary, USA Gymnastics Men's Program Committee

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VI.

Future of Winter Cup

The Winter Cup has been regularly scheduled for 2nd weekend of February: 1998 - 13-14; 1999 -12-13; 2000 -11-12. D. McIntyre has a list of suggestions regarding format and qualification to the meet. There is value for nonNCAA gymnasts. This paper w iII be fa xed to MPC members today. Suggested qualifiers include all w ho qu alified to previous U.s. Gymnas tics Championships, top 20 at previous J.O. Na tionals, both JE1 and JE2, plus approved petitions. Prelim session(s) cut to top 36 for second day. Prize money ex plained: $13,000+. Can a sponsor be obtained to raise the money May 1997

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Egle Abruzzini March 10, 1997 Dear Presidents, In response to questions posed by certain coaches, the FIG/ RSG/TC has found it necessary to define the following: The difficulties mentioned in the 1997 Code of Points, in its fina l version clearly presented in Lahti during the Intercontinental Course, are, in reality, only examples. Consequently, all difficulties not cited in the examples remain valuable on the condition that they respect the criteria defined by the Code. It particularly involves: 1. All vault elements, presenting a sufficient elevation of the body's center of gravity, are considered A or B difficulties,

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All pivots, if they are executed on the toes, with a rotation of a minimum of 360 degrees, w ith a well-defined and controlled form during the rotation until the end . are considered A or B difficulties, depending on the amplitude and complexity of the form as well as the degree of rotation and conforming to the criteria mentioned in the Code . All elements with ample use of hip joints and/ or of the spine, are considered A or B difficulties, depending on the amplitude and complexity of the form and conforming to the criteria mentioned in the Code. Thank you for yo ur attention and best regards .

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NOVEMBER 1997 21 MWR USA Gymnastics Executive Committee Meeting 22 2 MWR USA Gymnastics Board of Directors Meeting TBD M National Future Stars Championships

Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN TBD

Dennis Mcintyre

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DECEMBER 1997 4 4 W National TOP Training Camp

Tulsa, OK

Gary Warren

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JANUARY 1998 24 MWR Reese's International Gymnastics Cup

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FEBRUARY 1998 14 R Rhythmic Challenge TBD M USA Gymnastics Winter Cup Challenge

Colo. Spgs., CO TBD

Nora Campbell Ron Galimore

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May 1997 TECHNIQUE

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Chere Crowhurst Gary Alexander

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PAID Permit No. 7867 Indianapolis, IN

SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSES Minimum age for Safety Certification is 18 years. Pre-Registration required at USA Gymnastics. Fax to 317-237- 5069 with Credit Card Payment or mail registration with payment. MAY 1997

Medino, OH; 2:00-6:00 p.m. Medino Gymnostics Acodemy locol contoct: Don Metzer 330-723-6422 (ourse Dir: Bobbi M. Fohrnboch 614-457-1279 lOWest Bobylon, NY; 2:00-6:00 p.m. BKG( (ourse Dir: Ed Konopo 516-422-0116 17 Destin, Fl; 10:00 o.m.-2:00 p.m. Destin (ommunity (enter (ourse Dir: Suzanne Stonton 904-654-3124

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Mishowoko, IN; 11 :00 o.m.-3:00 p.m. The little Gym of South Bend locol (ontoct: Suson Donlon 219-254-1496 (ourse Dir: Rondy Mc(oy 541-929-2003 18 Kingston, RI; 6:00-10:00 p.m. Mockol Forum University of R.I. (ourse Dir: Mi ke Fronco 401-789-8096 Piquo, OH; 4:00-8:00 p.m. 24 Miomi (ounty YM(A locol contoct: Brion Anderson 937-773-9622 (ourse Dir: Bobbi M. Fahrnboch 614-777- 5057 24 Tocoma, WA; 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. lokewood (Groce) Gymnostics (enter locol contoct: 8rion Muenz 206-584-9622 (ourse Dir: 503-246- 0818 28&31 Reno, NV; 6:00-10:00 p.m. J.~. (ompulsory Workshop Univ. of Nevodo (ontoct: Tino Sunier 317-237-5050 (ourse Dir: Steve Whitlock 317-237- 5050 18

Minimum age for Safety Certifica tion is 18 years Name: Mr./Mrs./Ms. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ __ Soc. Sec. #:_ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ Birthdate: _ _ _ __ _ Address: _ _ __ _ _ __ __ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ __ City:_ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _State: _ _ _ _ Zip _ __ __ Telephone: (H)_ __ _ __ __

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JUNE 1997

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Providence, RI; 6:00- 10:00 p.m. J.~ . (ompulsory Workshop (ontoct: Tino Sunier 317-237- 5050 (ourse Dir: Steve Whitlock

Hottiesburg, MS; 10:00 o.m.-3:00 p.m. Locotion: TBA (ourse Dir: Suzonne Stonton 904-654-3124 Jocksonville, FL ' 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. 730 St. Johns Bjuff Rood N. (ourse Dir: DJ Milem 904-641 - 9966 TBD Decotur, GA; TBD In conjunction with USAG/ AAU Stole Mtg. (ourse Dir: (liris (olvert 404-687-9911 22

JULY 1997

26 or 27 Illinois; Time TBD With Illinois Stote (ongress locol contact: Norbert Bendixen 847-949-8743 (ourse Dir: Edgar Pulido 630-969-0900 AUGUST J997 13

Sumter, S(; 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Sumter YM(A; 50 WillowDrive (ourse Dir: Kim Domogolski 803-773-1404 or 803-469-8724

All materials (including the Safety Handbook) for 3rd Cycle coursesareprovidedatthecourse and are part of the course fee. Certificationis good for four years. To achieve Safety Certification, the participant must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the course.

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Course Director: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Course Location:_ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ Date:_ _ _ __ Organization Represented: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Professional or ins tructor lumber: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Current Safety Expirati on date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Form of Payment: 0 Check 0 Visa 0 MasterCard 0 Discover 0 Amex ~

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Houston, TX; 12:30-4:30 p.m. Wyndham Greenspoint Hotel; 281-875-2222 In conjunction with Reg. III Symposium (ourse Dir: Jon Eymon 817-694-421 4 or 694-2065

Please make checks payable in full to USA Gymnastics Safety Certification. Mail Registration Form and Payment to: USA Gymnastics Safety, Pan American Plaza, Suite 300, 201 S. Capitol, Indianapolis, IN 46225 or FAX to 317-237-5069

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Denver, CO; 1:00-5:00 p.m. (ourse #1 Tor current recertificotions At USA Gymnostics Notionol (ongress (ontoct: Tino Sunier 317-237-5050 ext. 238 (ourse Dir.: TBD

COST: Pro-Member with Current Safety Certification wishing to re路certify .. .. .............. no charge Pro路Memberwith expired or new Sofety Certification ..................... $50.00 Instructor Member ......................... ... $50.00

Non路Member or General Member

............... $100.00

'You must have YOUI USA Gymnosncs numbel on the legistronon 101m in oldelto qualify 101 the discount. NO APPliED FOR numbels will be accepted.

You may not register for acourse to recertify any earlier than 8 months prior to your expiration dote. No on-site registration. You must pre-register no later than' 0 days prior to the course.

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

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