Technique Magazine - May 2001

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FEATURES Anaerobic Power Profile: Talent-Selected Female Gymnasts Age 9-12 Years . . . . . . . . .. 5 Athlete Focus: Sean Townsend . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... ......... .. .

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USA GYMNASTICS EXECUTIVE COMMlnEE CHAIR: Ron Froehlich; PRESIDENT: Bob Colorossi; VICE CHAIR WOMEN: Tom KolI; VICE CHAIR MEN: Tim Oogge"; VICE CHAIR RHYTHMIC: Andrea Schmid, VICE CHAIR TRAMPOLINE: Paul Parillo; SECRETARY: Gory Andersan; TREASURER: Bob Wood; FIG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Joy Ashmore, Ron Froehlich. FIG WOMEN'S TECHNICAL COMMlffiE: Jackie Fie; FIG MEN'S TECHNICAL COMMITTEt George 8eckstead; AT LARGE MEMBERS: Peter Vidmar, Susan True; ATHLETE DIREGORS: Chari Knight·Hunter, John Roethlisberger, Vanessa Vander Pluym, Karl Heger; USOC ATHLETE DlREGOR: Dominick Minicucci.

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USA GYMNASTICS BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIR: Ron Froehlich; PRESIDENT: Bob Colorossi; PRESIDENT EMERITUS: Sandy Knopp, Mike Donohue; TREASURER: Bob Wood; PUBUC SEGOR: Bill Hybl, Bob Wood; AMATEUR ATHLETIC UNION: Mike Stonner; AMERICAN SOKOL ORGANIZATION: Jerry Milan; AMERICAN TURNERS: Jerry Jacquin; COLLEGE GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION·MEN: Francis Allen; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COlliGiATE COACHES·WOMEN: Gail Davis; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR GIRLS ANO WOMEN IN SPORT: Marilyn Strawbridge; NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS JUDGES: Corole Ide; NATIONAL COllEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION·MEN: Ooug Von Everen; NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS: Susan True; NATIONAL GYMNASTICS JUOGES ASSOCIATlON·MEN: Butch Zunich; NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: John Brinkworth; U.S. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENOENT GYMNASTICS CLUBS: Lance Crowley; U.S. ELITE COACHES ASSOCIATlON·MEN: Fred Turoll; U.S. EUTE COACHES ASSOCIATlON·WOMEN: Oovid Holcumb, Tony Gehman; u.s. MEN'S GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: More Yancey; U.S. RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS COACHES ASSOCIATION: Suzie DiTullio; YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE USA: Cosey Koenig; NATIONAL COllEGIATE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION·WOMEN: Morie Robbins; NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP OIREGORS MEN: Mike Burns, Abie Grossfeld; RHYTHMIC: Andrea Schmid, Michelle Lorson; WOMEN: Kelli Hill, Kathy O~berg; TRAMPOLINE: Shoun Kempton, Mo~ho Weiss; ATHLETE DIREGORS: Vonesso Vander Pluym, choir; lorissa Fontaine, vice choir; Joir lynch, secretory; Dominick Minicucci, USOC Athlete Rep.; Mihoi Bogiu, Brooke Bushnell, Chari Knight Hunter, Amanda Borden, Karl Heger, Christie Hayes, John Roethlisberger; ASSOCIATE DIREGORS: JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS, lori Katz; SPECIAL OLYMPICS, Kate Fober·Hickie; U.S. COMPETITIVE AEROBICS FEDERATION, Howord S<hwortz; U.S. SPORTS ACROBATICS FEDERATION, Bonnie Davidson.

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With more than 120 sessions to choose from, this year's Congress offers something for every coach, club owner, judge and administrator. Continuing with the theme of "Excellence through Education," we've planned an informative line-up of seminars focusing on everything from technique and safety to the best ways to market your gymnastics business. I'd especially like to encourage your attendance at the Club Owners Business Conference in which you will receive invaluable advice on how to run a successful gymnastics club. This seminar was sold out in 2000, so please register early this year.

Furthermore, the Exhibit Hall will once again have the latest in gymnastics products and services at discounted prices.

Philadelphia. August 8-11, 2()()1

The 2001 Hall of Fame celebration will take place at the U.S . Championships in Philadelphia.

Congratulations to the Class of 2001: Ed Burch, Phil Cahoy, Lance Ringnald, Andrea Schmid, Sue Soffe, Ann Carr Tunney and Kim Zmeskal, along with Frank Endo and Jerry Wright who will receive the Lifetime Achievement Awards.

National Gymnastics Day is set for August 25 . Together we can make this year the best yet for increasing the visibility of our sport! I am excited to inform you of our plan to create a nationwide Cartwheel-A-Thon. USA Gymnastics will partner with a national charity and the proceeds raised will be divided between the charity, the USA National Team and your club. Be on the lookout for more information about the Cartwheel-A-Thon in the near future.

The newly formed FIG Council met for the first time April 11-12 at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland. Members of the council were elected in November of 2000 at the 73rd FIG Congress in Marrakesh . The members discussed numerous issues concerning both the Codes of Points and the Technical Regulations for all FIG competitions, including the World Championships and Olympic Games. Following are the highlights of the decisions made: • A touch warm-up will no longer be permitted in event finals (Competition III) and team finals Competition IV) of artistic gymnastics.

• For artistic gymnastics, 8 teams will qualify to compete in team finals (Competition IV). A 6-3-3 team competition format (6 per team, 3 compete on each apparatus and 3 scores count) will be used.

• All-Around (Competition II) finalists wi ll be divided into two groups of 16 gymnasts based on results from Competition I. • Beginning in 2005, the rhythmic age limit for seniors will be raised to 16 years of age.

In an effort to better service your needs, I am pleased to tell you that we have ordered a new and improved telephone system to be installed May 21. If all representatives are busy when you call Member Services, you will be placed in a que so that your needs ca n be serviced at the time of your call. Also, Internet speed will be increased four times which will greatly decrease the amount of time it takes for you to register online and search for data.

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Q. I want to lose weight so I'll be a lighter, quicker athlete. I've stopped eating starches like potato, pasta, bread, and other fattening carbohydrates. But I wonder: what's the right balance of protein and carbs for weight loss?

A. The current popularity of high protein diets for weight loss stems from protein's ability to curb hunger. That is, an egg-based breakfast takes longer to digest and can be more satisfying than is an equal number of calories from a plain bagel. By being satisfied, you'll be able to eat fewer calories, and thereby create the calorie deficit needed to lose weight.

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GYMNASTICS aa4Blphia • August 8-11, 2001 WHO SHOULD ArrEND? • Gymnastics Coaches & Teachers: All Levels, Boys, Girls, Artistic, Rhythmic, General Gymnastics, Trampoline & Tumbling • Gymnastics Coaches For Y's, Recreation Programs, High Schools • Physical Education Teachers • Preschool Instructors • Judges At All Levels • Gymnastics Business Owners • Gymnastics Business Managers • Cheerleading Coaches • Aspiring Coaches and Judges

USA Gymnastics National Congress is the premier learning opportunity in the U.S. Approximately 70 different lectures will be running in any time slot.

Topics will be varied and cover all aspects of the gymnastics industry. Beginners, as well as seasoned veterans, will find lectures designed to increase their wealth of knowledge. Add to that the U.s. Championships, a huge dance pa~ and over 2,000 of your closest gymnastics friends and you will find out why most National Congress attendees return year after year.

WHAT A DEAL! • More than 120 Congress sessions to choose from.

Bring your entire team of professionals and return with more information. Many professional seminars begin at $399. USA Gymnastics National Congress is a deal at just $205!

• Congress Dance Party included: a $35 value.

• Free Exhibit Hall admittance worth $5 per day.

• Congress backpack filled with coupons, ideas and information, including the Congress Information Guide valued at over $50.

• Learn from, interact with, and watch the best the U.S. has to offer.

• Discount tickets for the 2001 U.S. National Championships.

UNDERSTANDING THE UNIQUE & SPECIALIZED NEEDS OF YOUR BUSINESS • Marketing & Managerial Sessions.

• Staff Retention & Improvement Lectures.

• Gymnastics Lectures: beginner to elite, all disciplines.

• Plan on attending the Club Owners' Business Conference Add-On.

YOU WON'T BELIEVE THE SELECTION & SAVINGS • • • •

More than 100 vendors in the Exhibit Hall.

Your one-stop gymnastics shopping showcase.

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IT'S WHERE YOU & YOUR STAFF BELONG • Improve all areas of your business in one exciting weekend.

• Beginner coaching & office management lecture series.

• Member Clubs-Register your non-member class teachers as Instructor Members and bring them to Congress for a discounted price. Contact Loree Galimore.

• Reward and educate your staff.

• Spread out, attend a variety of lectures, and share a wealth of knowledge.

• Professional Members & Member Clubs receive special prices on almost all Congress functions.

EXCITING LOCATION • Rich in history, one of America's oldest cities.

• Plan your family vacation around Congress.

IF KNOWLEDGE IS POWER ••• THEN NATIONAL CONGRESS IS ESSENTIAL • Learn the latest information concerning: Technique, Training, Rules, Policies, Marketing, Routines & Business.

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• $205 for the first listed person on the Member Club Congress Registration Form. $180 each for the next listed staff members (up to five additional names) on the Member Club Congress Registration Form. Further discounts for 6-101 NOTE: Member Clubs will receive this special Member Club Congress Registration Form on the Member Club website. It must be returned postmarked no later than June 1, 2001 to receive this special group rate.

Date and Time TBD

(Additional fees, see Registration) Notional Safety Instructor Course Notional KAT Instructor Course Women's Judges Certification Exams Rhythmic Notional Judging Course

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(By Invitotion) (By Invitotion)

Please Note: Congress sessions begin early Thursday and end late Saturday. The Women's Finals are on Saturday night. Suggested travel days for Congress are: In Tuesday (jor add-ons) or Wednesday and Out Sunday.

CONGRESS DANCE PARTY Included in Congress registration Marriott Hotel Saturday, August 11 • 9:30 p.m.

CONGRESS EXHIBITION HALL

RATES AND REGISTRATION DATES Individual USA Gymnastics Professional & Instructor Members

• $205 Pre-registration (postmarked by July 13, 2000) • $230 For on-site registration Non-Member Congress Registration

• $305 for Pre-registration (postmarked by July 13,2000) $330 on-site registration NOTE: Use the Individual Congress Registration Form.

No Individual pre-registration forms will be accepted after July 13, 2000. After this date, you must register on site.

Congress Attendees with special needs must notify USA Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior to the July 13 preregistration deadline. We suggest that this information be included with their Congress Pre-registration Form.

One of the highlights of the annual USA Gymnastics National Congress is the Exhibition Hall. This is where gymnastics industry suppliers and consultants display and sell their products and services. You will find the latest and greatest in gymnastics equipment, apparel and services! The Exhibit Hall will be open to all Congress participants Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Day passes to the exhibit hall for the general public will be available at the Congress Registration desk for $5.

NOTE: Children under the age of 12 will be admitted free when accompanied by their parent or guardian.

USA GYMNASTICS POSITION ON CHILDREN (GUESTS) ATTENDING CONGRESS SESSIONS Attendees should keep in mind that the Congress sessions are designed for adult gymnastics professionals who have paid to offend sessions in order to increase their professional skills and knowledge base.

USA Gymnastics strongly discouroges affendance of children in any Congress sessions. Congress Hosts and Hostesses will monitor entronce to Congress sessions to those displaying appropriate credentials.

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u.s. NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA

* Convenient location to Congress * August 8-11, 2001 * Watch the crowning of prestigious

National Championship titles along with qualification to the u.s. Team for the upcoming World Championships in Belgium for the men and women.

* Will Jessica Howard win her third national rhythmic title? * Will Blaine Wilson win his sixth straight national title? *

Who will replace Elise Ray as the U.S. National Women's Champion?

FOR CONGRESS PARTICIPANTS ONLY, A TICKET PRICE THAT YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS! All Session Ticket for only $65.

That's a $135 ticket value.

USA Gymnastics has discounted individual sessions and packaged Free TIckets to all Junior and Rhythmic events.

What a deal! Available only to National Congress registrants. USA Gymnastics wants you, our valued members, to attend the most important U.s. gymnastics competition of the year and support your USA National Team. Sign up for National Congress and you will receive the information on this program.

Limited tickets available, register early.

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AnENTION ALL GYMNASTICS CLUBS! Want to participate in discounted ticket sales program ($75 all session ticket) to the u.s. Championships for your clients? Plus, you can earn a rebate for your club, VIP tickets and credentials, entry into the spirit competition, and a club listing on our web page and program. Visit our web site www.usa-gymnastics.org and simply download the information and sign up to participate.

General public tickets are available at the Liacouras Center Ticket Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge by phone at 215-336-2000, or www.ticketrnaster.com USA Gymnastics prefers Visa.

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Your Pro or Instructor Address (listed in the USA Gymnastics member database) will be used for all correspondence.

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THE INDIVIDUAL CONGRESS FEE INCLUDES:

• Credential for entrance to Congress sessions and clinics August 9-11,2001 .

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

• One ticket to the Congress Dance Party on Saturday evening, August 11. (Additional Congress Dance Party tickets for spouse/ guests are $35 each-available at on-site registration).

Language: The Official language of Congress is English . USA Gymnastics will make no special provisions for translation of sessions into other languages.

Congress Attendees with special needs must notify USA Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior to the July 13 preregistration deadline. We suggest that this information be included with the Congress Pre-registration Form.

CANCELLATION POLICY All cancellations must be in writing.

Before July 13th - registration fee less $30 service charge per person canceled After July 13th - 50% of registration fee per person canceled Submit request in writing to USA Gymnastics, Attention: Cathy Allen Videotaping: Videotaping of Congress sessions is permitted FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY unless the Session Presenters announce that his/her session may not be videotaped.

NO REFUNDS after AUGUST 15, 2001.

SUBSTITUTION FEE:

Congress Attendee Substitution Fee: $25 if received in writing BY August 3 . $50 after August 3 .

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SAFETY CERTIFICATION COURSES

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PROGRAM COURSES

General Gymnastics Seminar

Minimum age for Safety Certification is 16

o Wed. August 8, 1-S p.m.

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Women's Judges Certification Exams

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NOTE: Pre-registration guarantees a MfLPD Workbook. Enrollment is limited.

Minimum age is 16.

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Club Owners Business Conference Wed. August 8, 8 a.m.-S p.m.

$100

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Member Club Website Training Session Wed. August 8, 9-11 a.m. (Sub;ect to change)

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Call lCI to register. Contact Rene Niecolloi 561-395-4104

Congress Attendees with special needs must notify USA Gymnastics in writing in this regard prior to the July 13 pre-registration deadline. We suggest that this information be included with the Congress Pre-registration Form.

Videotaping: Videotaping of Congress sessions is permitted FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY unless the Session Presenters announce that his/her session may not be videotaped.

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their sanction approval packet. Please make sure that you have this on hand at the sanctioned event.

SANCTIONED EVENT INSURANCE CLAIMS

Remember that the insurance on the athletes_covers_ an injury, which took place at that sanctioned competition. The report must be done at the site of the competition. The meet director should document the incident for his/her files. The athlete membership benefit regarding insurance is Secondary Insurance and carries a $500.00 deductible. Complete insurance coverage information and benefit explanations will be forthcoming in the next few issues of Technique. You will also find information on the USA Gymnastics web site

ALL CLAIMS THROUGH JULY 31

Our insurance carrier has notified us that there has been a change in the claims handling process.

When sending an accident claim, please use this new address: BLANKET ACCIDENT CLAIMS UNIT PO BOX 3856 ALPHARETTA, GA 30023

www.usa-gymnastics .org /membership/.

The address on the claim form (Benefit Design) is no longer applicable. This procedure will be in effect until July 31, 2001.

2001 ¡ 2002 SEASON

Procedures regarding insurance and claims for the new 2001-2002 season will be released within the next 90 days. USA Gymnastics is in the final review process of the bids received for the insu ra nce program that will be in effect for the 2001-2004 time period.

REMINDER: ACCIDENT CLAIMS AT SANCTIONED EVENTS The meet director must have the Accident Report form filled out and signed by the Meet Director, Coach or Trainer from the specific event. The Claimant or the Parent can not sign this report. The Accident Insurance Claim Form must be completed and signed by the claimant or the parent.

The blank Incident/Injury Report is sent to all meet directors in

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LIMITED: FIRST-TIME ATHLETE REGISTRATION-MAY 1 THROUGH JULY 31, 2001 For a fee of $25.00 per athlete, one can become a "limited member" of USA Gymnastics for the summer only. USA Gymnastics once again offers this benefit to help those athletes who are involved with TOP's testing, Gymfest or some other summer event only. The membership is good May 15-July 31, 200l.

This limited membership receives the following benefits: Membership card, Secondary Accident Insurance when injured in a sanctioned event, and the 10% discount on USA Gymnastics merchandise apparel when ordered through Member Services. Use the standard USA Gymnastics Athlete membership form and send in your $25 payment. On-line registration is not available for this special membership. You must mail or fax the compLeteLy filled out form along with a check or credit card to the USA Gymnastics Member Services office at Pan

American Plaza, 201 S. Capitol Ave., Ste. 300, Indianapolis, IN 46225 or fax 317-692-5212. For more information on the Limited Membership call Member Services 1-800-345-4719.

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THIRD ANNUAL NATIONAL GYMNASTICS DAY CELEBRA

SET FOR AUGUST 25, 2001!

Theme for 2001 National Gymnastics Day is .IIGymnastics - A Great Foundation!"

For Immediate Release (ontact: (ourtney (aress, USA Gymnastics, 317-237-5050, ext. 256 ccaress@usa-gymnastics.org

Inclianapolis- Dedicated to bringing together the millions of children who particip~!

Gymnastics has designated Saturday, August 25, 2001 as the third annual National G) "National Gymnastics Day has become a true celebration of the many benefits our spa) Bob Cola rossi, President of USA Gymnastics. "The goal for 2001 National Gymnastics D· strong foundation we've established over the past two years in order to maximize the, gymnastics across the country." .

The theme of 2001 National Gymnastics Day is "Gymnastics-A Great Foundation!" Th promotion introduces opportunities in sport for all ages and ability levels in the 4,300:g) across the United States. This theme highlights the physical and mental benefits gained f\ . gymnastics, which include strength, flexibility, coordination and enhancement of self-es,te\ setting abilities.

USA Gymnastics encourages clubs across the country to celebrate National Gymnastics Da1 unique way. This year clubs will have the opportunity to participate in a nationwide CartwH raise money for a charity, their club and the USA National Team. In 2000 and 1999, clubs state proclamations and hosted National Gymnastics Day in their gym, at other sporting eVi malls and in numerous other creative ways. National Gymnastics Day takes place in August enrollment time for gymnastics dub in the United States.

Log on to www.usa-gymnastics.org for more information and to inquire about how dubs in your community are celebrating National Gymnastics Day.

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• • I counsel too many athletes who call themselves • "vegetarians" but are actually just non-meat eaters who • eliminate meat but fail to add in beans, soy, and other plant proteins. Their bagel & pasta diet is deficient in many • nutrients that are essential for health and top performance • including not only protein (for building, repairing, protecting muscles) but also iron (for preventing anemia), and zinc (for • healing and strengthening the immune system). No wonder • these athletes complain about chronic fatigue, poor recovery after exercise, colds they can't shake, • and overall lack of energy. They • also have visible signs of malnutrition: blotchy facial complexion and grayish • coloring-both of which • disappear once they • balance their diet with • adequate protein.

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The Goodwill Ganles have found a partwho shares the same zealous for youth ml"~OI" ' m< in USA Gymnastics.

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GYMNASTICS of gymnastics together through a new youth initiative. The sport of gymnastics can teach young boys and girls essential life lessons while also providing the tools to help motivate them to excel both in and out of the gym. The Goodwill Games and USA Gymnastics feel an obligation to give kids all the necessary encouragement to reach their maximum potential.

The Goodwill Games brings forth a tremendous opportunity to co-sponsor an incredible youth program and we are pleased to be associated with them, said Steve Penny senior vice president of USA Gymnastics. The partnership will provide opportunities for USA Gymnastics s youth to be a pari of the Goodwill Ganles spirit.

As encouragement, the Goodwill Games, in conjunction with USA Gymnastics, have developed a new and exciting youth initiative, the Athlete Ambassador Scholarship Program.

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OPPOl1unity to share how gymnastics has positively impacted their life through a writing exercise. From those individuals who submit an application, 20 finalists and one grand prize winner will be chosen. The grand prize winner will receive a $2,000 educational grant that will go towards future education, a trip to attend the 2001 Goodwill Ganles in Brisbane, Australia, become the youth ambassador for USA Gymnastics s National Teanl activities during the competition and receive television recognition during the broadcast of the Games on TNT. The 20 finalists will receive co-branded Goodwill Gan1eS and USA Gynmastics merchandise and all entrants will receive a certificate of distinction.

We are velY privileged to be working with USA Gymnastics on our Athlete Ambassador Scholarship Program, said Rick McNerney, vice president of marketing for the Goodwill Games. Both organizations realize the importance of youth initiatives and want to create a lasting program that encourages youths to stay active in spolis and their community.

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March 21, 2001-{;alled to order at 9:05 a.m. Pacific by Chair Yoichi Tomita

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ROLL CALL

Members Present: Yoichi Tomita George Beckstead Steve Butcher Bill Foster Tun Daggett Kurt Golder John Roethlisberger Mihai Bagui Ron Brant Dennis Mcintyre Butch Zunich Ron Galimore

MPC Chair & Sr. Coaches Rep. IG Rep. (absent) MPC Secretary & Jr. Coaches Rep. Jr. Coaches Rep. Vice-Chair for Men Sr. Coaci1es Rep. Athlete Rep. Athlete Rep. (absent) Sr. National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote) Jr. National Team Coordinator (voice, no vote) NGJARep. (voice, no vote) Senior Director, Men's Progran1 (voice, no vote)

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Changes and clarifications to the document: 0 Elin1inate #3 0 If you achieve #1 and #2, then you get an additional 0.1 bonus Any execution deductions will result in a maxin1um score of 9.95 10.0 is the maxin1um score Motion: To adopt the Special Bonus document with the new changes and clarifications.

B. Foster Motion: K. Golder 2nd: Approved Unanimously

IV. EXECUTION DOCUMENT

~ Ron Brant pointed out that the United States has been consumed with start ~ value. Now we must focus our attention to execution in order to move to the II. WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS TEAM HEAD COACH Two names have been suggested from the men's community for this position: ~ next level. He felt that this document should help move us in the right

Yoichi Tomita and Kevin Mazeika. Input was gathered regarding these individuals from the Sr. National Team athletes and coaches at their last training camp. A majority of the Senior National Team athletes and coaci1es supported Kevin Mazeika. This resulted in Yoichi Tomita withdrawing his name. Tomita stated at one point that he would be interested in this position only if he received full support from the national team athletes and coaches.

There was a lot of conversation regarding the pros and cons of having a neutral head coach. Other conversation focused on the differences in input from 2000 Olympians in comparison to new Senior National Team members.

Ron Brant later mentioned that he would be working very closely with the head coach regardless of who was selected.

Motion: To select Kevin Mazeika as the head coach of the 2001 World Championships Team.

Motion: K. Golder 2nd: J. Roethlisberger Approved Unanimously

~ direction and is not intended to recreate the Code of Points. This document ~ will also not reflect deductions. The Senior National Team coaches provided ~ great input for this document. Kurt Golder requested that we not stifle the ~ progress of new skills by too strictly evaluating them. MPC members were

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'rRANSPOR'rA'r.ON: No transportation is provided by USA Gymnastics.There is an airport shuttle available: Carey Indiana at 1-800-888-4639. Reservations are recommended. Approximately $16 plus tip, one-way. Go to Ground Transportation Center across from Baggage Claim # I & 2

Regular Registration USAG Professional/Instructor Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. $200 2nd Prollnstructor Member coach from same club . . . . . . . . . . .. $175 Non-Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225

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III. Koll updated the committee on the actions taken on the Executive Committee call regarding the 2001 World Championships Selection Procedures and Operating Code. The 2001 World Championships Selection Procedures will be sent to the committee for their signature, published in Technique and distributed to the senior elite athletes.

Mnrch 15, 2001-Call rommenced at 12:00 noon.

I. ROLL CALL Roe Kreutzer Kelli Hill (absent) Valeri Liuken Steve Rybacki Dorma Strauss Mary Lee Tracy Martha Karolyi Larissa Fontaine Jackie Fie (exofficio - absent) Kathy Kelly (exofficio) Guest: Tom Koll (ex officio)

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IV. FIG CONSULTANT Duties and responsibilities for the FIG Technical Consultant will be induded in her agreement. As FIG Consultant, she is responsible to the Executive Director.

V. National Team Coordinator Athlete Representative FIG Tedmical Consultant Sr. Director Women's Program

VI. ATHLETE FUNDING

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II. Roe opened the call and expressed her gratitude to the committee for all their hard work and dedication and her belief that the cooperative spirit that has been demonstrated by all the coaches will contribute to the realization of our team goals.

Roe commended Tom Koll as the Vice Chairman for his leadership, which has set the tone for everyone.

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Recommendation to accept the minutes of the last conference calls.

Motion: Dorma Strauss Second: Mary Lee Tracy PASSED

Kathy explained the USOC Athlete Funding Programs and updated the committee on pending NCAA legislation, which could alter current methods of distribution of support funds. 111e committee instructed Kathy to draft two distribution policies for each scenario and submit both to the USOC for their approval.

VII. WOMEN'S TEAM RESPONSIBILITY MANUAL The committee reviewed the manual and made amendments to it. The committee

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charged Kathy to draft a section covering personal coaches. The manual will be sent to the committee for their final approval and then distributed to the elite program coaches and athletes.

VIII. NATIONAL TEAM TRAINING PLAN The committee discussed the National Team Training Plan that was submitted by the National Team Coordinator. They requested further information on any changes to the suggested conditioning program and/ or physical testing. Options/ concerns were discussed. Kathy will contact Bill Sands regarding the issue. Bill will be available for the May camp and hopefully changes will be finalized by then.

The Conference Call was concluded at 2 p.m.

WOMEN'S JR. OLYMPIC PROGRAM COMMITTEE CONFERENCE CALL April 11, 2oo1--Called to order at 11:00 a.m. central time In) Tom Koll, Chainnan.

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Present: Neil Resnick Laurie Reid Cheryl Jarrett Don Houlton Larry Goldsmith Mike Milchanowski TrmRand Cheryl Hamilton Connie Maloney Absent: John Geddert Gary Anderson Jan Greenhawk Kathy Kelly

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II. OPTIONAL VAULT DEDUCTIONS C. Hamilton addressed the committee on the issue of the deduction for vaults failing to land on the feet first. In the past 4-year cycle, the FIG Code had a l.OO deduction if a vault did not land feet first. The JO Program has used that deduction for twisting vaults only, while voiding (0 score) any salto vault that failed to land on the feet first.

Under the new 2001 Code of Points, all vaults that fail to land on the feet first will be scored "0" (Void). Hamilton asked the committee if they wish to change the deduction for twisting vaults to correspond with the new FIG Code Recommendation to accept the new FIG Code of Point penalty of voiding ANY vault that fails to land on the feet first.

Motion: 1. Reid Second: T. Rand PASSED unanimously.

III. PROPOSED CHANGE IN LEVEL 5 VAULT After the announcement in November 2000 of the change of the levelS vault to a handspring to land in a straight back-lying position on a mat stack behind the horse, the gymnastics community has brought forth many concerns to the JO Committee.

The committee then used a survey to ascertain the recommendations of their regional Professional Members in order to re-visit this issue.

Recommendation to retain the Handspring vault as described in the 1997 JO Compulsory book for the next four years.

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IV. PROPOSED CHANGE IN LEVEL 4 VAULT As stated in the October JO Committee and Technical Committee minutes, the proposed vault for Level 4 is to perform a jump from a board to a handstand on a stacked mat surface, maintain a straight body position and fall to a straight lying position on the back. (See Januaty 2001 Teclmique, page 29 at1d Febmaty 2001 Teclmique, page 24/'25). 111e committee was asked to review this decision, based upon the results of the swveys.

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Motion: N. Resnick Second: L. Reid DEFEATED (5 opposed, 2 in favor) Rationale: If the landing position is optional Qanding on back or in a stand), the committee feared that one method would be considered "bettel" when the gymnasts were judged. By stating that there is only one required landing position, all gymnasts can be evaluated from the SaJ11e standard.

After reviewing by region the results of the survey and discussing the above defeated motions, the committee deemed that there was support for this change by a majority of the Professional Members in their regions. There was no need for a motion since there is no change from the minutes of October 2000.

Therefore, beginning August 1, 2001, the Level 4 vault is as follows: Jump from a board to a handstand on a stacked mat surface. Maintain a straight body position at1d fall to a straight lying position on the back. The start value is 10.00.

Clarification as stated in the October minutes: Repulsion from the hands is not required. If there is repulsion phase that results in a gymnast's landing on the feet first, she must retum to a straight lying position on her back to receive no penalty.

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BALANCE BEAM: The Straddle Jump is listed as a "B" in the 2001 FIG Code of Points; however, for the Jr. Olympic Progratn it will remain as a "C" element (#52.302) in the JO Element Supplement. The new Code also lists a Straddle jump with less than 150° split as an "A" (#2.102). However, the Technical Directives printed in the new Code indicate that at1y leap, hop or jump that is required to show 180° split will be evaluated for insufficient split as follows: For missing 1° - 20° of split, deduct .05 - .10; for missing 21° to 45° of split, deduct .20.

If more than 45° is missing, give credit for the actual lower value part performed.

Therefore, if you applied the above insufficient split deduction to a Straddle jump perfonned with 150° split, instead of calling it an "A," it would be to the athlete's benefit to evaluate it as a "C" Straddle jump with 30° insufficient split at1d deduct 0.20. Therefore, the JO Committee agrees with the Teclmical Committee to eliminate the Straddle Jump with minin1um of 150° leg separation (#2.102) as an"A" element for the JI: Olympic Progratn.

Therefore, please be aware that since both the Straddle Jump and the Switch-leg Leap will be listed as "C" elements only for the Jr. Olympic Progratn, they will not be allowed at Level 7 (Level 7's must choose elements listed as "A" or "B" in the FIG Code or the JO Element Supplement). As a reminder, any "C' element perfOlmed at Level 7 will incur a 2.00 penalty.

Conference call111eeting concluded at 12:00 110011 central time.

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TEAM COACH(ESI/CLASS INSTRUaORS: Midwest Academy of Gymnastics, Inc. (MAGIl is GROWING! AUSAG Notional Team Training Center located in the west Chicago suburbs, is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic coach(esl to fill 3 women's and 1 men's teom position: compulsory beam and floor coach, compulsory vault and bars coach and an Optional assistant coach to the Elite level. Gymnastics must be your passion and kids must be your love - we have 75 young ladies waiting for you to help them reach their goal. For the guys program we are in desperote need of on assistant men's coach to help us with our 65 member team who just came in 1st in State in 5 age groups. We are willing to mentor novice level instructor coaches and train them for the future in both the men and women's program. For full-time employees we have on excellent benefits package, including insurance, profit shoring and bonuses based on results. We let you keep 100% of your privote lesson money and we have several other income opportunities. Starting salary commensurote with experience. If you HAVE to work, you might as well work in this great environment: Midwest has a 27,500 sq. It.

facility filled with every gadget you could ever wont in separate areas for team, instructional and preschool. Send resume, if you are legal to work in the United States, along with references ond picture of yourself to: Wendy McGrath, 30W315 Calument Avenue, WarrenVille, IL60555. Call for further information at (6301393-6693. You may also FAX your resume (6301393-6695.

ASSISTANT WOMEN'S GYMNASTICS COACH University of Nebraska-lincoln. The University of Nebraska-lincoln is seeking applicants for the position of Assistont Women's Gymnastics Coach in a notionally prominent intercollegiate program competing in the Big Twelve Conference. The position will assist the Head Coach in all aspects of coaching and administrative duties, including the recruiting of prospective student· athletes. Bachelor's plus two years coaching or competitive experience, preferably at the collegiate level, required.

Demonstrated ability to recruit notional level student athletes necessary. Must have knowledge and commitment to NCAA, Big 12 and University regulations.

Strong interpersonal/ organizational skills essential. Excellent benefits.

Review of resumes will begin April 13. Position will remain open until a suitoble candidate is found. Submit cover letter, resume and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professionol references to Don Kendig, 315 Mabel Lee Hall, UNL, lincoln, NE 68588-0651.

UNLis committed to AA/EED and ADA/504. If you require an accommodation, please call (4021472-3808.

ENCORE GYMNASTICS is looking for experienced stoff for a lorge, growing progrom in the Son Francisco Boy Area. Preschool and Recreational Instructors - Looking for creative people with a strong teaching background. FT/ Salary/ Benefits avail. Artistic Women's Team Coach- Join a team of coaches working with developmental levels though optionals. You'll need a cohesive personality and strong work ethic.

FT/Salary/Benefits avail. Please see our website at EncoreGym.com for more. E-mail resume.to Office@EncoreGym.com or fox to (9251 9320610 CHOW'S GYMNASTICS is looking for pre-school instructors and recreation classes coaches (USAG Girls Level 1-41, on assistant girls team coach (USAG LevelS & upl, and boys classes coaches for summer and fall. We have well designed gymnastics programs with international standard equipment. We need enthusiastic instructors who can work well with girls & boys. Salary is based on experience. Call Chow- owner/ director 515224-1654 or send resume to Chow's Gymnastics, 2102 Delavan Dr. #1, West Des Moines, IA 50265.

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OPPORTUNITIES OPENING AT GROWING GYM! 19,000 sq. ft. facility with approximately 100 team gymnasts from Developmental to Elite, now accepting resumes for the following full time/part time positions - Recreational Class Director, Compulsory Head Coach, Optional Assistant Coach (Level 7-9), Developmental Program Coach, Dance Teacher/Choreographer.

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TEAM COACH(S)/CLASS INSTRUaOR(S). AII·Star Gymnastics is seeking dedicated, experienced instructors and coaches for girls/boys recreational classes and competitive teams (levels 4·10). Positions currently available for part/full time. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Send resume or coli: Tom Bonacci @ AII·Star Gymnastics Center, 5 Kidder Rd., Chelmsford, MA 01824 - fax: (978)256·7779, phone: (978)256·7766.

NO MORE MEETS, TRAVELING or ALL DAY EVENTS! MAKE MORE TIME FOR YOURSELF! Full and part time instructors needed for a fun and creative, non-competitive gymnastics school. Instructors

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Must be responsible, reliable, worm and coring with a positive, playful, and animated personality! Lesson plan development skills a plus! Send Resume: Flip City Gymnastics, 29 Cook St., Billerica, MA 01821 fax: (978)6678577, E·mail: fiipcitygymnastics@hotmail.com. call (978)667·1604.

SPOT AGOOD THING. Full time gymnastic coach needed for growing, award winning program in Oswego, IL, forty miles west of Chicago, the second fastest growing city in the state!

Professional team player, good at spotting and coaching Level 7 and above, who delights in the development of both skills and character, contact Lorrie Gregory, (630)892-3000, fax (630)892· 0264, e-mail opdgymnastics@aol.com. Maii resume to Oswegoland Park District, 313 E. Washington St., Oswego, IL 60543. Competitive salary and excellent benefits.

TEAM COACHES/CLASS INSTRUaORS. Compulsory coach for women's program, team cooch for boy's program and experienced instructors for

recreational and tumbling classes. Immediate openings for part/full time. Competitive salary and benefits. SIGN UP BONUS. New state of the art facility currently under construction. Call 11m Madore, New England Gymnastics Training Center, Hudson, NH, 603·880·8482, fax 603-880·1800, email negtc@aol.com. Visit our website www.negtc.com

FOR SALE Score Master . NO MORE Inputting Gymnast Roster data! Score Master, the most widely used software, iust got even better! Meet Directors can now download roster information from the USAG website. Features include: create rotatians, assign #'s, the most comprehensive reporting and results con go directly to your website.

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THE FUNSTARTS HERE! Preschool Gymnastics Camp by Karen Godon, School-AgeGymnastics Camp by Suson Womiak, Creative Dance for Gym Camp by Grace Helfrich. Three outstanding resources to make your program the best! Includes eight weeks of themed beginner lesson plans and fun complementary activities. Separate books for two age groups. Dance book for both age groups and to compliment recreational classes. Activities reflect combinedtotal 48 yeors experience of authors. Each programbook545 or $120 for all three. Send check to author(s) name at 5400 Ming Dr., Orlando, Fl32812.

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Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN San Rafael, CA Pomona, CA New Britain, CT Colo. Springs, CO Odense, DEN Various sites

World Age-Group Games (TR/TU) U.S. Gymnastics Championships (M/W/ R) USA Gymnastics National Congress J.O. National Team Training Camp (W) World Games (R/TR/TU) World University Games National Gymnastics Day Goodwill Games (M/W/ R/TR)

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Various Sites TBO TBO Tuscaloosa, AL TBO TBO TBO lisban, POR

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U.S. Classic/ National Gymnastics Festival (W) Rhythmic Eastern/Western I (R) Rhythmic Eastern/Western II (R)

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MAY 19 Tupelo, MS; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; TAG Gym; 126 Fenco; me: EC0519200 1MS; Directions: Tamara Collins 662-844-6585; Instructor: Ellie Counsellor 662-332-3776

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Burbank, CA; 12 noon-4 p.m.; Fun & Fit Gymnastics; use: JL06032001 CA; Instructor: Jeff Lulla 818-845-0700

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Lansdowne, PA; 9 a.m.-l p.m.; Community YMCA; 2110 Garret Rd; me: PF0603200 1PA; Directions: Belly Lou Hadley-Laird 610-352-4455; Instructor: Phil Frank 856-786-3977

15 Novato, CA; 9 a.m.-l p.m.; Novato Gymnastics Center; 950 Seventh Street; me: PS0615200 1CA; Instructor: Perry Siu 415-209-9595 16 Tampa, FL; 6-10 p.m.; Lightening City Gymnastics In conjunction with Florida USAG State Clinic; me: ML06162001 FL; Instructor: Marci Levine 305-861-8753

OCTOBER 10 GA-To Be Announced - call Chris Calvert 404-687-9911; 6-10 p.m.; Region VIII Congress; me: CCI 01 02001 GA; Instructor: Christine Calvert 404-687-9911 21

Hilliard, OH; 1-5 p.m.; Universal Gymnasts, Inc; me: BFl 0212001 OH; Bobbi Montanari-Farhnbach 614-777-9430

23 Hilliard, OH; 12 noon - 4 p.m.; Universal Gymnasts, Inc; use: BF062320010H; Instructor: Bobbi Montanari-Fahrnbach 614-777 -9430

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19 North Las Vegas, NV; 2-6 p.m.; Go For It USA; 431 0 Losee Rd #2; use: DS0819200 1NV; Instructor: Don Spencer 702-658-9003

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