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THE NO FEAR REVOLUTION: A NEW WAY OF LOOKING AT AN OLD BEAST HOW TO IMPROVE TECHNIQUE BY USING BUNGEE ROPE DEVICE ON RINGS COACHING TIPS FOR WORKING WITH ADD ATHLETES CONGRESS 2003

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Future Stars Notional Championship (M) National Coaches Workshop (M) Fall Exec. Committee/ Board of Directors Meeting Jeff Metzger's 41/2-Day Boot Camp/ Business Conference Conches High Performance Clinic (TT)

Colorado Springs, CO Colorado Springs, CO TBD

10th Pan American Maccabi Gomes (W) Notional TOP Team Training Camp (W) National TOP BTraining Camp (W)

Santiago Houston, TX Houston, TX

Jeff Metzger's I-Day Boot Camp

Milwaukee, WI

18-22 19-23 19-22

U.S. Gymnastics Championships (M-W-R-SA) Jeff Metzger's 41/2-Day Boot Camp Region IV Congress (W)

Milwaukee, WI Cincinnati, OH Milwaukee, WI

21 22 29-July 6

Broadcast-U.S. Gym. Champs. (W) 8roadcast-U.S. Gym. Champs. (W) Future Stars Team Camp (M)

Milwaukee, WI Milwaukee, WI Colorado Springs, CO

World Team Selection Camp (W)

Houston, TX

JULY 1-6 9-18 9-13 12-21 17-20

World Team Selection Camp (M) Region VIII Congress (W) U.S. Champs & J .~ . National Champs (TT) Region VIII Congress (W)

Columbus, OH Heron Bay, FL Sacramento, CA Columbus, OH

Jeff Metzger's I-Day Boot Camp

Columbus, OH

20-26 21 -28 28-31 30-Aug. 3 31-Aug. 4

2003 FIG World Gymnoestrada (GG) Jr. National Team Camp (M) Pan Am Training Camp (W) Freedom Cup (SA) J.O. National Team Camp

Lisbon, POR Colorado Springs, CO Houston, TX Jacksonille, FL Colorado Springs, CO

AUGUST Pan American Games (MWR) Broadcast - U.S. Gym. Champs. (M) National Gymnastics Day Warld Team Training Camp (W) Notional Championships (SA) Artistic World Championships (MW) National Business Conlerence World University Games (MW) USA National Congress Broadcast-Artistic World Champs. (MW) Broadcast-Artistic World Chomps. (MW) Jeff Metzger's I-Day Boot Camp/ Business Coni. Region I Congress(W) World Age Group Games Team Trials (TT)

Santo Domingo Milwaukee, WI Various Sites Houston, TX Jacksonvile, FL Anaheim, CA Anaheim, CA Daegu Anaheim, CA Anaheim, CA Anaheim, CA Austin, TX Santa Claro, CA TBD

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Jeff Metzger's I-Day Boot Camp Visa American Cup (MW)

TBD TBD

American Team Cup (MW)

TBD

NCAA Notional Championships (M) NCAA Regionals (W) USAG Collegiate Championships (MW) NCAA National Championships (W) J.O. Level 9 East/West Championships (W)

Champaign/ Urbana, IL Varous Sites TBD Los Angeles, CA East-TBD/West-Seattle,

U.S. Qualifier (M) J.O. Notional Championships (W)

TBD Orlando, FL

75th FIG Congress and General Assembly J.O. Notional Championships (M)

Antalya Son Diego, CA

19th Sports Aero World Championships (SA) 3rd Sports Aero World Age Group Games (SA) U.S. Gymnastics Championships (MWRIT) National Business Conference U.s. Olympic Trials (MWRTR) National Congress

France France Nashville, TN TBD TBD TBD

MARCH TBD

APRIL 2-4 3 7-11 15-17 23-25 WA 24 30-May 2

MAY TBD 5-9

JUNE TBD TBD 2-5 24 24-27 TBD

OCTOBER TBD

Jeff Metzger's I-Day Boot Camp/Business Conference TBD

FlG/PAGU Group Gymnastics Friendship Camp World Team Selection Camp (TR) State & Regional Chairman's Summit (M) Rhythmic World Championships (R)

Houston, TX TBD Indianapolis, IN Maastricht

Region VIII Congress (W) National TOP Testing (W) Jeff Metzger's I-Day Boot Camp Region II Congress (W) Trampoline World Champianships (Tl) World Age Group Games (TT) Region VII Congress (W)

Burlington, MA TBD 8urlington, MA OR Hannover Hannover Virginia Beach, VA

OCTOBER 3-5 3-5 3 3-5 17-19 20-26 24-26

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PAGU Children's Interclub Championships (MWR) Four Continents Championships (R) PAGU Jr. lnterclub Championships (MWR)

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Cincinnati, OH TBD

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NCAA Regional Championships (W) NCAA National Championships (W) NCAA Notional Championships (M)

Various Sites TBD West Point, NY

Level 9 East Championships (W) Level 9 West Championships (W) J.~. National Championships (W)

St. Petersburg, FL TBD TBD

World University Games (MWR) World Games (R IT SA)

Izmir Duisburg

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SA GYMNASTICS Message Dear Members, Since the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, the men's team has been one of only three teams to always qualify to the team finals in World and Olympic competition. At the 2001 World Championships in Ghent, Belgium, the men's team won the silver medal. However, there is still a definite feeling by the athletes and coaches that they must prove themselves at the international level. Our men are hungry, motivated and they feel that it is time to write a new chapter in the book on international men's gymnastics. Everyone is looking forward to Anaheim in 2003 and Athens in 2004. I'm not going to make predictions, but our guys are looking great. If the level of excitement and Ron Galimore motivation I experienced at the last senior national team camp is any indication of how our team is going to do in Anaheim, then all I can say to the rest of the World is look out! Of course we will have Senior Director stiff competition from several teams like China, Russia, Romania, Ukraine, Belarus, France and Japan Men's Program Uust to name a few), but I believe that our gymnasts and coaches are up for the challenge and will settle for nothing less than success in Anaheim and Athens. Much of the credit for our team's cohesiveness should go to our National Team Coordinato r, Ron Brant who has worked very hard in pulling all of our athletes and coaches together on the same page. The coaches and athletes are all moving in the same direction and have worked hard at setting the "bar" high enough to win. I can't say enough about the effort being made. Our program as a whole could not be healthier. Vice Chairman for Men , Yoichi Tomita, has provided outstanding leade rship to our program . He has offered the right amount of passion combined with a no nonsense approach to keep us moving in the right direction . As a matter of fact, all of our committees and volunteers have been doing a great job in their leadership role and the direction they are charting for men's gymnastics in the U.S. Members of our Men's Program Committee, Junior Olympic Program Committee, Age Group Competition Committee, Junior National Coaching staff and ou r State Chairmen have worked ha rd to put the right programs in place, increase communication to athletes, coaches and judges across the country and to make everyone feel a part of the process. I say "thank you" to all of them and state that the success experienced by our athletes this year and next could not be possible without their selfless efforts throughout the year. The men's participation numbers are continuing to grow and this was evident at the recent Men's Junior Olympic National Championship held in Savannah, Georgia with over 650 boys entered in the competition. Many thanks go to the Georgia Gymnastics Judges Association, Nancy Kirksey, Joe Strank and staff member Bo Morris for producing an outstanding Junior Olympic National Championships. Other areas of our junior program continue to flourish with the guidance of our Junior National Team Coordinator, Dennis McIntyre. Great junior athletes are continuing to be produced through our Future Stars Program and members of our Junior Elite National Teams are continuing to make successful transitions into our senior program. Of course we still have serious issues that we must address. Coaches' education and saving our collegiate programs are very high priorities for us. While we feel that good progress has been made in these areas, we also feel that we have only just begun to fight the battle. We have many new educational programs just around the corner and we are working to partner with the U.S. Olympic Committee to find ways to increase the value of Olympic Sports at the collegiate level. The next three months leading up to the World Championships in Anaheim and the next 15 months leading up to the Olympic Games in Athens will be very exciting as attention shifts to our top gymnasts and coaches. Success fo r our teams will mean success for all of our programs and clubs across the country. Be ready to support our teams in Anaheim and Athens as our gymnasts compete to take the United States to new levels of respect in our sport. The time is right!

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creates fear, frustration, doubt, and negativity. The opposite is aLso true. Tight mind creates fearLessness, positivity, confidence, and focus. So it's simpLe, just as you teach - how to tighten their bodies through correction and driLLs, do the same with the mind. Teach athLetes how to tighten their minds through mentaL corrections and driLLs. Change the way you think about fear by simpLy seeing it as Loose mind.

Fear is simply "Ioose mind". You correct loose bocIy all the time. You wouLd never Let an athLete go for more than one turn with bent knees or a Loose core. So why is it different for the mind? Begin to correct Loose mind just as you wouLd any body position. Correct it non-emotionaLLy. Whenever you see fear, frustration or overthinking, simpLy draw your athLete's attention to Loose mind with a simpLe comment. Say something Like, "your mind seems Loose, what are you thinking?", or "I see fear is creeping in, just focus on the correction over and over." Teach your athLetes to identify Loose mind in themseLves. Without awareness, making a correction is virtually impossibLe. Teach them to Listen to what they are saying to themseLves in their heads. Then, teach them to "Lock it down" by either saying cue words, corrections, or positive seLf statements.

Remember, when the mind is Loose, negative thoughts have a free for aLl. They take any opportunity to sneak in and create fear. So how can you keep the mind tight? How can you "Lock it down"? The foLLowing is a List of drills you can do to heLp athLetes anchor the mind. "Anchoring" keeps the mind tight, in proper aLignment, so that negative thoughts cannot enter Leading to fear and doubt.

Anchors for loose minds Mental Choreography Irs a coach's biggest nighhnare. One day she or he can do the skill, the next day they can't. Or, your athLete does it perfectLy with spot, in the pit, or onto mats. But when they attempt to do it by themseLves, all you get is BALKING! Fear. You hate it. It can be paraLyzing. It can make even the

most patient coach want to check him or herseLf into the psych ward. This article wiLL heLp you Look at fear in a totally new way. A way so different, so revoLutionary, you may just want to write me a thank you note. So ...

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you are looking at fear? You work all day in the gym on body positions. You do drill after drill to be sure that their bodies are in perfect aLignment. You taLk at Length to each of your athLetes of the importance of keeping a tight body. You know fuLL weLL that gymnastics without aLignment is Like trying to fit back into a Leotard when you're 37 years oLd. Not pretty. But what about the mind? The mind is a thought factory, creating thought after thought after thought. A mind out of controL is the same as a body out of controL; aLL over the pLace, and mostLy in pLaces where it doesn't beLong. Loose mind

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The mind is simply another part of the bocIy. In sport, you spend countLess hours training your body for proper position, aLignment, and technique. The mind must aLso remain in proper aLignment in order to achieve success. One of the most important skills for any gymnast is the abiLity to pull one's mind back into proper position when it goes off course. MentaL choreography is the bLinders for the mind. It keeps the mind tight and provides a resting pLace when it goes off course. We know that the biggest cause of poor performance is out of controL thinking. Keeping the monkey-mind occupied and "out of troubLe" is key. Using mentaL choreography enabLes the mind to stay focused, centered, and on track.

MentaL Choreography words are verbaL cues, words used to keep the mind tight during performance. These words are used before, during, and after performance, not onLy during difficuLt areas of routines, but presentation areas as well. When these words are done during every routine, or skiLL, the words serve as a resting pLace for the mind. This is the secret gift of mentaL choreography. Once it becomes second nature and automatic, it will carry you through routines during the difficuLt or trying times. The words wiLL allow the mind to become "non-thinking," thus in the zone. The zone is the uLtimate "tight mind."

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There are three types of MC thoughts to give an athlete as mental cues when he or she is afraid: Technical Statements: Statements or corrections ("lift", "tight", "shoulders square") Energy Statements: Statements that bring energy up or down ("go!", "push here!", and "relax" "breathe") Confidence Statements: Statements that encourage and build trust (i .e. "I can do it", 'Tve done it before") Have your athletes focus on these cue words to lock down the mind and keep it tight.

Anchor phrases Anchor phrases are any phrases or series of actions that help tighten the mind. The mind must be anchored strong and steady in order to stay on course in the turbulence of negative thinking. Just as a gymnast pulls their body back to proper ~~~~:===~~:::J position to make a technical correction, they can pull their mind back the same way by using an anchor. An anchor is a series of thoughts or actions that will pull your mind back to perfect mental position. An anchor is a series of strong

"come-backs" to those negative thoughts keeping an athlete in fear and doubt. Anchors help your athletes return to focus, fearlessness, and doubtlessness. Examples of strong anchors include: "breathe, stay on course, 1 can do this", "breathe, tight mind, don't go there", or "relax, keep it cool, it's no big deaL" Each anchor statement should include breathing and positive self-talk. The anchor should break the downward spiral of frustration, fear, or nervousness, and get your athletes mind back on course. Whenever you notice loose mind, help your athletes pull it back by telling them to "go get a drink, and use their anchor", or "do some drills and use your mental anchor", or simply, "anchor your mind".

as a lack of confidence. Even if the athlete has done the skill hundreds of times, if they are fearful, then they are lacking in confidence. Remember, fear isn't always rational. As you see fearful behavior, especially balking, help the athlete have success by going back to the last successful drill. Build up the bank again before pushing them to do the skill. It's important to note that the mind seems to focus on failures more than successes. A gymnast can successfully perform a skill over and over again, just to have all of that shattered by a scary stop in the middle of it.

Watch your Language! Your language is essential in creating the ahnosphere in your gym. Are you creating an atmosphere of fear, or one of confidence? What we put energy into grows bigger. Putting energy into fear, even overcoming it, fuels the fear beast. Use language with your athletes that changes the way they view fear in themselves and their teammates. The following are some phrases to use in order to build confidence and take the focus off of fear. Irs ok, we ;ust need to build up your confidence. Tight mind, I can see your fear beast coming up. Go back and do some drills. Let's build up your bank.

Check your thoughts. You may have some loose mind. Anchor your mind. Focus on the correction and put it on automatic. Don't think about anything but this correction. Say it over and over again in your mind. Walk through the skill saying your key words. Your mind is getting you into trouble. Focus on this correction. Remember, look at fear as simply loose mind. It can be corrected, there are drills for it. Correct loose mind quickly and easily before you lose yours! _

The Confidence Bank For most athletes, fear is simply a deficit in confidence. Look at the mind as a confidence bank. When positive deposits go up, the mind feels an abundance of confidence. When there is a deficit in the confidence account, the mind feels fear and worry. Help your athletes have a wealth of confidence by building up their accounts. An account is built by success. Even successful drills can make the bank overflow. See fear -

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Pricing Your Team-Pari II In Part, 1 I sought to make a case for the need to UNDERSTAND the parents' perspective that team is expensive and therefore the need to SELL the idea that team is a BARGAIN. Here, I will sketch out one way to calculate a TRUE break-even on your team. Most Gym Club owners believe that if team tuition pays for coaching wage that they are breaking even or at least close to it. Surprise!: often, 'overhead' exceeds coaching wage. The below example is a 'sa mpling' of what is actually happening out in the real world of progressive Gym Clubs having high level optional athletes in 2003. The example assumes only one venue-a gymnastics venue-and a teaching ratio of B:1. If you are a true MVP (multiple venues), you must first find the gymnastics venue's share of the total. 1. Calculate YEARLY OVERHEAD. Using your year end P&L statement, tally ALL of your business expenses-facility costs, admin wage, insurances, interest, education ... the works*-EXCEPT, coaching wage. Real life example: $275,000 yearly overhead.

a multiplier appropriate for your yearly up/ down cycle. Real life example: 100,000 st.hr. per year. 3. Calculate OVERHEAD/STUDENT/HOUR: Divide #1 by #2. $275,000 -;- 100,000st.hr. = $2.75/st./hr. Remember, coaching wage has NOT yet been included. 4. Calculate GROUP OVERHEAD/HOUR. Multiply #3 X B students.

$2.75/st.jhr. X Bst.

$22.00/hr. group overhead.

5. From internal payroll records calculate your AVERAGE HOURLY COACHING WAGE. Don't forget to add in ALL benefits not previously

considered including Fed and state P/ R taxes, W/C, FICA, health, dental, vacation, 401K, employee discounts, etc. A good multiple for a progressive Ohio club is +24%. $15.00/hr. + 24% = $lB.60/hr average coachi ng wage. 6. Calculate TOTAL GROUP COST PER HOUR. Add #4 and #5.

$22.00/hr. + $lB.60/hr.

$40.60/hr. total group cost.

2. Calculate YEARLY STUDENT HOURS. Using enrollment data,

program by program, add together: (rec. students X 1 hour) + (level 4 X no . of training hours/wk) + (level 5 X no. of training hours/wk) + etc. Don't forget to include preschool, cheer, tumbling, birthday parties-ALL students who use the gymnastics venue. This sum is a weekly figure and must be converted to YEARLY STUDENT HOURS by

7. Calculate BREAK-EVEN PER GYMNAST PER HOUR. Divide #6 by #B. $40.60/hr. -;- Bst = $5.0B/st./hr. as a true break-even . It is not too difficult to achieve a $5/hr tuition for entry level

athletes, but very difficult at an optional level. It is Queen City's (continued on page 28)

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eventeen-year-old Samantha Sheehan, who trains at Cincinnati Gymnastics, is S the 2002 World Championships Bronze Medalist on Floor Exercise. Ironically, the 2002 World Championships event was Samantha's first international assignment! Samantha, nicknamed Sam, lives in Villa Hills, Kentucky, but travels about an hour each way six days a week to Cincinnati, where she's coached by Mary Lee Tracy. Her favorite events are bars and floor. Sam has made the long commute to Cincinnati Gymnastics for eight years. She made her first U.S. National Team at the 2002 U.S. Gymnastics Championships in Cleveland, Ohio. Most recently she won the all-around at a USA-Belgium dual competition held at the Women's National Training Center in Texas.

"It was really cool," said Sam. "I've never won an elite meet before. It was great." Sam, who began gymnastics in 1989, just finished her junior year in high school. She goes to Cincinnati Christian School, but has a modified schedule and a tutor so that she can focus on training.

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Sheehan's gymnastics goals include making the 2003 World Championships team and the 2004 Olympic team. She also hopes to receive a college scholarship to compete in gymnastics. Her gymnastics role model is Shannon Miller, while her life role models are her parents.

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How to Improve Technique by Using

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By Dmitry Kolodyazhny and Juris Aleksejevs

ave you ever wondered how to make learning swings and giants on rings more comfortable for gymnasts? Have you ever observed a situation where someone is learning swings or giants and they lose resistance on the rings on the downward drop? They may experience a jerk or snap at the bottom of a swing or giant that very often causes back injuries along with fear and discomfort. This is an important issue for many gymnasts. Learning giants or dismounts on the rings can be difficult because of the fear of peeling off the rings or injury. At USA Gymnastics World in Bountiful, Utah, we have found a solution to this problem by using a bungee rope device. This device has been made and used by our coaching staff for tea chi ng swi ngs, backward and front giants, dismounts and other skills on the rings. It has also been used as a helping tool in teaching acrobatic skills such as: back-handsprings, "whip," backward tucked, piked or layout salto, front handspring, "bounder," and front salto tucked or piked. This device has proven to be very valuable and useful in helping students to learn skills on the rings and floor faster and more efficiently.

The device consists of: two bungee ropes, a belt, and two metal fasteners or karabiners (See picture) . As a bungee rope, we use Theraband resistance tubes. There are several varieties depending on the tube resistance. We use the green style of tubing mostly, which is a heavy resistance type for the rings, and the blue style, which is an extra heavy resistance type for teaching acrobatic skills. The tubing comes in 25 feet lengths. We cut the tubing in half and use the folded halves for the bungee ropes. We use Spring Link karabiners and AAI brand of belt. It doesn't matter what brands you use, as long as they are good quality and serve the purpose.

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1. It eliminates the need for manual spotting and allows the coach to observe the skill from a distance. With the traditional method where the coach is personally spotting a gymnast, he/she is unable to see the big picture as well as all details, because the coach must stand so close to the gymnast. By using a bungee rope, the coach is able to analyze the exercise by observing it from a position where he/she can see every detail and the gymnast is able to complete his skill safely. The coach can then make a thorough technical analysis of the student's skill.

2. It serves as a good spotting tool. For example, when doing a giant, bungee rope reduces the speed of the drop or bail and gives additional momentum and speed on the rise. On the dismounts, it allows the gymnast to gain additional height and reduce the falling speed . This is very valuable because it gives the gymnast mo re time to accomplish a skill. 3. It greatly reduces the risk of injuries. Often in the beginning stages of learning swings, especially giants, gymnasts don't extend their bodies enough on drop or bail, which causes them to loose pressure on the rings. When a gymnast doesn't maintain pressure on the rings during the drop, he experiences a snap or jerk at the bottom of the giant rotation . This often causes back or shoulder injury. Because it reduces a gymnast's weight, the bungee makes it easier for the gymnast to maintain the pressure on the rings and avoid the snap at the bottom, thus preserving the gymnast from the injuries. 4. It quickens the process of learning. Gymnasts feel comfortable using the bungee rope device because it reduces their fear of peeling off the rings and their fear of injury.

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Because gymnasts feel more comfortable, they are more willing to learn new skills and improve existing ones. It makes the process of learning easier and faster.

5. It can be used as an effective tool in learning acrobatic skills such as front and back handsprings, "whips" and front or back flips . The bungee rope reduces the weight of the gymnast and, therefore, makes it easier for a gymnast to practice these skills using correct technique. It is much easier for a gymnast to do a technically correct jump and arm swing, hand block and snap using a bungee rope. 6. It is inexpensive and simple to use. It consists only of two main components-bungee ropes and a belt. These are inexpensive and are most likely already in the possession of most gymnastics clubs around the country. If the club doesn't already have bungee ropes and belts, they can be easily obtained. The benefits of using the bungee rope device greatly exceed the investment. HOW TO PUT TOGETHER AND USE THE BUNGEE ROPE DEVICE

Dmitry Kolodyazhny is a former Ukrainian national team member, fuLL-ride scholarship coLLegiate gymnast, coach and judge with over 20 years experience in the sport of gymnastics. Dmitry has a Master's degree in physical education and is a member of the United States EUte Coaches Association for men's gymnastics. He is currently coaching at USA Gymnastics World, Bountiful, UTe Juris Aleksejevs is a coach with 35 years of experience, 10 of which as national coach of Latvia. He is also a member of coaching staff at USA Gymnastics World, Bountiful, UTe â€˘

The process of putting together and using the bungee rope devise is very simple. All that needs to be done to use it is to fasten a belt to bungee ropes and then attach the bungee ropes to the spin locks that are on the ring foundation. (See picture). Metal fasteners or karabiners are used to attach the bungee ropes to the belt. The belt is then situated and fastened on a gymnast's waist. The coach needs to make sure that the belt is tight enough, but comfortable for the gymnast. The gymnast then is ready for the exercise. The length and elasticity of the rope can be adjusted Spin Lo,k depending on the level of readiness and the goals of the gymnast. The less help the gymnast needs, the longer and less resilient the bungee ropes should be. By introducing the bungee rope device and method, the staff at USA Gymnastics World hopes that it will be beneficial not only to gymnasts in our club, but also to other gymnasts around the country and even the world. We hope that our device will be very helpful to both gymnasts and coaches in that it will reduce the learning time, improve skill quality, and prevent injuries. We also hope that by using the device, gymnasts will feel more comfortable learning new skills, which will make a beautiful sport such as gymnastics more enjoyable for them. - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - I (

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USA Gymnastics is pleasecl to have Mrs. Smith's Fliplt Cakes sponsor the 2003 National Gymnastics Day, August 2, to benefit the Children's Miracle Network. Please get involved and conduct some type of Flip-A-Than between now and National Gymnastics on August 2. The event could be held in your gym, at a festival, in the mall, or some other highly visible site. Remember, your gymnasts don't have to do flip flops but could do cartwheels, rolls, walkovers or whatever works for you and your club. Grab as many participants as possible from your program, including the toddlers from your mom and me classes.

Does your school want to be on the 2004 National Gymnastics Day poster?

Member Clubs will be sent the 2003 Marketing Kit filled with useful marketing materials, complete with a National Gymnastics Day poster, safety poster, National Gymnastics Day Site Coordinators Guide, celebrity testimonial poster, commercial samples and an hour-long gymnastics promotional tape to show in your gym .

Let us know how your gym plans to celebrate National Gymnastics Day so we can post the information on our website. Visit usa-gymnastics.org and click on the NGD link on the left. On this site you will find useful information and NGD activities to help in your planning for August 2.

The club that raises the most money for the Children's Miracle Network will be featured on the 2004 poster, in a Public Service Announcement commercial and in our publications. The club will also get an all-expense-paid National Clinician for a day for bringing in the most money to Children's Miracle Network by Sept 2, 2003. Remember, the individual who raises the most money for CMN will also get his or her picture on the poster, be featured in the PSA commercial and in our publications. On the National Gymnastics Day website you can find all the details of how to host a Mrs. Smith's Flip-A-Thon. We have pledge forms, articles on how to set up your Flip-A-Thon, press releases, Proclamations as well as contest details. If your club just wants to donate to the CMN as a write off, you can do that as well . .....- , - 1 - - , . , 4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - f (

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2003 National Congress and Trade Show Anaheim California August 21-23, 2003 ational Congress and Trade Show will take place in the Anaheim Convention Center. Don't miss this exciting event. Top-notch sessions and speakers plus an exciting exhibit hall filled with over 175 booths and activity center. Attend World Championships in the evening. The events are scheduled so you can attend Congress and Worlds. USA Gymnastics is excited to have so many great speakers and topics to present at this year's Congress. Below is a list of speakers that have been invited. The schedule may be subject to change. Make your plans now to attend. Congress headquarters hotel is the Anaheim Marriott. Room rate is only $ 129 plus tax. The hotel is fabulous. All sessions are open to all Congress registrants.

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MEN'S PROGRAM Phil Savage ..................................... .5trategies for Increasing Boys Class &Team Enrollment

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Kris Buchheister ..................lnjury Prevention: Increasing Shoulder Range of Motion Tom Meadows .................................. High Bar - Kovacs to Kolman Joy Umenhofer .............................. ..Incorporating Trampoline into Your Training Plan Vladimir Artemev ................ .Teaching Russian Type Skills & Travels & Dismounts with 1/1 Pirouettes ................................................. High Bar - Developing Dismounts that Finish Higher Kurt Golder ................ Still Rings - Developing Static Ring Strength Yin Alvarez.. ................ lncreasing Training TIme for Junior Athletes Dave Juszczyk ........................ Routine Construction - Sr. Coach for Elite level Athletes Kelly Crumley ............................ Using the Future Stars Program to Enhance Athlete Development Mas Watanabe ............................ Developing High level Dismounts ................................... Developing a Peaking Plan - 6 to 8 weeks Vitaly Scherbo ............ Vault - Yurchenko Vault Drills & Refinement Jon Culbertson ........................ Routine Construction - Jr. Coach for Optional level Athletes Bill Sands ....... Strength: When and How Much (Strength vs. Power) .................................................... Developing Muscular Endurance Roberto Pumpido ............................... .Floor - Developing Arabian & Side Somersault Skills Chuck Chmelka .....................................Parallel Bars - Teaching & Spotting Support Skills Yuejin Sun ............. Strategies to Incorporate Basic Skill Refinement Into Your Competition Plan Barry Weiner ......................................... Pommel Horse - Refining Scissors with Turns & Travels Greg Schram .......................................... .Fun, Safe and Productive Strategies for Teaching Boys Rustam Sharipov ........................ .Floor - Developing Corner Skills: Flair to HS Federchenko

TRAMPOLINE AND TUMBLING PROGRAM John Reeves ........JO Compulsories 2005-08 levels 1-7 TR, TU, DM ........................ .JO Compulsories 2005-08 levels 8-10 TR, TU, OM Patti Conner ................................ Preschool Trampoline & Tumbling Joy Umenhofer ............................................................Trampoline

RHYTHMIC Andrea Schmid ........................................... National Judges Course Simona Zakheim ........................................ National Judges Course Nadine Davies .................................. Add RG to Your Club Activities Efrossina Anguelova .............................................................a& A Simona Zakheim ........................................ National Judges Course Elena Savenkova .......................................................... .JO Update (continued on page 32)

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Club Owners, Directors and Managers National Business Conference Anaheim Marriott Hotel Wednesday, August 20,2003 from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. To facilitate the sharing of ideas and concepts relevant to the success of the gymnastics business and to bring together USA Gymnastics members and international professionals attending World Championships.

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Don't miss this once-in-a lifetime opportunity. You won't miss any of the World Championships Competitive Sessions! You will receive invaluable advice on how to run a successful gymnastics club at this conference.

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Thursday, August 21 Saturday, August 23,2003 • Congress Sessions • Exhibit Hall • Dance Party

Anaheim, California' August 21-23

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Congratulations to the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame Class of 2003 . The following people will be inducted on Saturday, August 23, 2003 in Anaheim, California: Bonnie Davidson, Harold Holmes, Jr., Scott Keswick, Charles Lakes, Shannon Miller, Jaycie Phelps and Chris Waller. Make sure to order your tickets for this special occasion. You will find the order form in this issue or go to the website at www.usa-gymnastics.org. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon will take place during the lunch break of National Congress. The site is the Anaheim Convention Center, where the National Congress and Trade Show are taking place. You will not miss any of the Cong ress sessions or any World Championships sessions by attending. We appreciate your support for the very special event. National Congress and Trade Show Update Don't Miss It!

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and muc h more. This workshop is designed to help instructors meet the needs of t he individual students and encourage adoption of lifelong physical activity. Attendance at KAT certification course is highly recommended, but not required to attend a MELPD course. If there has never been a KAT or MELPD workshop in your area, 2003 is a great time to host a workshop. Any club can host a workshop and it's free. The only things you'll need are an empty room and a TV & VCR. If your workshop has 12 paid participants, your club will receive one free registration. Member Clubs receive two free registrations.

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................................................................ Warmup: Set the Pace for Preschoolers Nicki Geigert .................................................................................. Dramatic Play Jackie Latino/Selena Peco .................................................. Acro Basics - Level 4, McCarthy ................................................................... Exciting Preschool Warmups Level 5 and Level 6 Bob & Pam Meier. ................................................ Making Money with Sports Aero Judy Weckerly/McCarthy ..................................... An Inside Out and Upside Down Look at Parent &Tot Classes Part 1 &2 Dr. Jay Binder ...................................................... Getting Back from Injury Faster Jola Jones ................................................................Intro. To Judging Sports Aero Patti Komara ............................................. .7 5 Best Preschool Ideas in 75 Minutes ......................................................................................... Roundtable Discussion Lutska ................................................................................ Manipulative Madness BUSINESS Jeff Metzger .............................................................No Organizational Strategy? .....................................................................The Path to Emergencies,Urgencies, Insurgencies and 60 Hour Work Weeks Patti Komara .................................................101 Ways to Keep Your Staff Happy David Holcomb .......................................... Legal Hiring and Firing· Part 1 and 2 Jim Jarrett ................................................................. How to Empower Your Staff Frank Sahlein ................................ 10 Rules for Growing & Building Your Business Randy Sikora ...................................... Managing Growth and Engineering Change Jeff Lulla .............................. Preparing for the Olympic Year Enrollment Explosion Tom Lenzini ......................................................................... Quick Marketing TIps Lynn Ledford .......................................... Parlnering Up With Your Local Schools to Promote Your Message and Your Business Sean Dever ............................................................................ Making Money 101 Michael Taylor .......................................... Dealing with Conflict and Confrontation

SPORT SCIENCE Kris Buchheister ............................................................. Addressing Wrist Mobility Peter LaChance ................................................................ Strength & Conditioning Gina Pongetti. ............................................................ .lnjury Prevention - Health Feldmann/Galimore ................................................................. Fitnastics Program Michael Taylor .................................................... Safety in the Gym for Instructors Allison Arnold ........................... .Fearless Gymnastics - Breaking Down the Blocks Jeanine Boyers .................................................... Employment Law Issues in Gym Andrew Hughes ...................................................... Sports Taping for the Gymnast Bill Sands & Others ...................................Sports Science Symposium on Saturday

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Steve Capper ...................................................................................... A·1 Awards Jim Lord/Chris Calverl ..................................... Cheer Partner Stunt Fundamentals GENERAL GYMNASTICS ............................................................................ Advanced Cheer Partner Stunts There will be several General Gymnastics demonstrations and exhibitions in the ............................................................................................ Cheer Choreography Hall throughout the days of Congress. Congress Gym Fest takes place on Thursday. .. ...................................................................................Tumbling Skills for Cheer Deb Walls ...........................................................Working Within Your Community PRESCHOOL Lynn Burgess ........................................................................Yoga and Relaxation Brant Lutska/Jeannie McCarthy ........................................................ .Theme It Up Feldmann/Galimore .......................................Cheerleading - Go USA Gymnastics Beth Gardner ................................................................................... Mom and Me Sean Dever ............................................................ Booster Clubs - What's Right?

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USA Gymnastics will unveil a new logo and branding statement in June to reflect the changing personality of the organization on the eve of what could be one of the most significant years in USA Gymnastics history. "USA Gymnastics has become a larger and more diverse organization over the past couple of years. With the addition of trampoline, tumbling, and sports acrobatics disciplines, not only has the number of members increased, but the personality of the organization has changed," said USA Gymnastics President Bob Colarossi. "With our new logo and branding statement, USA Gymnastics now truly represents the broad-based opportunities in the sport."

encourages. The tagline is incorporated into the logo design, with the legs beginning at a very fine point, and continuing through the arms toward infinity. "USA Gymnastics is poised to bring renewed success at the elite level in the next two years," Colarossi said. "With the upcoming World Gymnastics Championships in Anaheim, Calif., and the Olympic Games next summer in Athens, Greece, we are confident this new identity will be reinforced by many medal-winning performances."

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The logo was designed by Cranfill & Company of Indianapolis, with input from USA Gymnastics staff, members, and public sector representatives. Cranfill & Company is a fully integrated marketing and brand management firm whose client list includes the Indianapolis Symphony, the Heartland Film Festival, and the Indiana High School Athletic Association .

The new logo is designed to portray the precision, flexibility and movement that are characteristics of gymnastics. Its red and blue coloring represents the Begin ~ere. Go Anywhere. patriotic nature of the organization, while the figure represents the core athlete that participates in every discipline within gymnastics. The new logo will be unveiled to the public and membership on June 19 at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships, June 19-22 The new branding statement, "Begin Here. Go Anywhere," in Milwaukee. Supplemental logos for specific programs and reflects the lifelong physical and moral rewards that the sport joint ventures will be developed in the near future .•

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"These five cities have demonstrated a significant commitment to USA Gymnastics and have represented the best interests of both organizations in thei r Trials bids," said USA Gymnastics President Bob Colarossi . "We are pleased with the level of inte rest in hosting the Trials and believe that all five of these cities are fully capable of hosting a superior event." The call for bids on March 21 netted 30 interested cities, with 11 submitti ng official bids by the May 7 deadline. The final selection is expected in mid-June following site visits to each of the finalists. .......1WIiI

"The talent level of t he U.S. programs rig ht now is at an all-time high," Colarossi said. "When you combine our talent pool with a great city synonymous fo r hosting top-notch events, these Olympic Trials can really showcase t he medal potential of our athletes heading into the 2004 Olympic Games."

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The Trials will be broadcast by NBC Sports, with the men's finals scheduled to air from 1-3 p.m . on June 26, 2004, the women's prelims from 8-10 p.m. on June 26, and the women's finals from 7-9 p.m. June 27 . Boston previously hosted the Trials in 1996 and 2000 .â€˘

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JR. OLYMPIC COMMITTEE MEETING May 5-6, 2003 Colorado Springs, CO The meeting was called to order at 8:30 a.m. by Chairman Tom Koll.

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Neil Resnick Laurie Reid Cheryl Jarrett Don Houlton John Geddert Larry Goldsmith (excused absence) Mike Milchanowski Paul Padron Connie Maloney Kathy Kelly (Mon. only)

all the work that each of the regional chairman accomplish. He informed the committee that the Technical Committee was also meeting concurrently and that the two committees will meet jointly on issues that affect both committees. The official minutes of the Joint Committee will reflect the final decision on those issues.

III. ATHLETE MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR LEVELS 2 & 3 Koll reported to the committee in regard to the discussions held on reduced membership fees. The Athlete Membership fee for Level 2 and 3 will be reduced to $15 .00 effective in the Fall of 2003 for the 20032004 season. A separate athlete membership form will be developed for these recreational level competitors. There will be no change for Level 4. Modified (shortened) versions of the present exercises will be published and posted on the website in order to facilitate competition at these levels for the remainder of the present cycle.

IV. VAULTING CONCERNS II. APPRECIATION Koll presented the committee members with gifts in appreciation for

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ADD athletes are some of the hardest working, most creative, and most talented athletes you will ever see. It's important you are coaching them in a way that maximizes their gifts. Remember, an athlete with ADD has as much desire as any other athlete to succeed. It's important not to take their behavior personally, but work with them in a positive, supportive manner. Here's a list of helpful tips in working with the ADD athlete.

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Maintain eye contact during verbal instruction. Make directions clear and concise. Be consistent with daily instructions. Give only one correction at a time. Make sure students comprehend the instructions before beginning the task . Repeat instructions in a calm, positive manner, if needed. Stay patient! Help the students feel comfortable with seeking assistance when they have questions (most children with ADD will not ask for help). Monitor frequently. Maintain a supportive attitude. Keep in mind that children with ADD are easily frustrated. Stress, pressure, and fatigue can break down their self-control and lead to poor behavior.

Gifts of the ADD Athlete Creativity, Passion, Enthusiasm, Intelligence, Incredible Hyperfocus, the ability to block out all distractions except what is in front of them.

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OPTIONAL CONCERNS

A. Recommendation to the Technical Committee to emphasize that evaluation tools used to separate athletes should not come from "choice of elements" beyond the difficulty requirements of the particular Level. Motion: J. Geddert Second: L.Reid PASSED B. Special Requirements The committee discussed the issues around special requirements, deductions, etc. Additional motions were made at the Joint meeting. Reeemmeftaatieft te elimiftate tHe S~eEial Ret}tiifemeftt fef a GfetitJ 3 6 7 fef LevellQ eftly. Motion: P. Padron Second: M. Milchanowski DEFEATED

VI. NATIONAL OFFICE REPORT· KATHY KELLY Clarification for Level 4 Vault: An inflatable mat may be used in the configuration of matting for Level 4 Vault, effective August 1, 2003. If the inflatable mat is used, the uppermost landing surface must be a minimum of a four-inch skill cushion. Clarification for Vault: An additional mat is allowed to be placed on the vault runway for any vault at any level, provided that it is manufactured by a gymnastics equipment company and does not exceed two inches in height.

Kelly reported on the ideas for the Compulsory Master Workshop(s) in 2005. The National office is investigating the possibility of teleconferencing or fiber optic hook-ups from the Master workshop to possibly four other sites in the U.s. If this proves to be financially impossible, then two workshops will be conducted on consecutive weekends. The tentative dates are June 2-5 and / or June 9-12, 2005.

VII. ELITE REPORT Koll read the report from Gary Anderson which summarized the Elite (continued on page 38)

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VIII.COMPULSORY DEVELOPMENT Tom reviewed the timeline for the 2005 compulsories. The committee discussed the 2005 compulsory elements and deductions and made a few revisions. These revisions will be presented at the National Congress during the JO Update. Music is being finalized and filming is projected for the Fall of 2003.

IX. LEVEL 9 EAST/WEST CHAMPIONSHIPS - TRAINING DAY The training day (Friday) was discussed and suggestions were made to schedule training only on the competitive equipment. The actual schedule will be posted on the web site following the receipt of all entries.

ROLL CALL

NETC Reg. 1 Reg. 2 Reg. 3 Reg. 4 Reg. 5 Reg. 6 Reg. 7 Reg. 8 NAWGJ NJOPM

Audrey Schweyer Sue Graff Linda Mulvihill Carole Bunge Linda Thorberg Char Christensen Pat Panichas Myra Elfenbein Marian Dykes Carole Ide Connie Maloney

II. NEW ELEMENTS PERFORMED AT THE 2003 JR. OLYMPIC NATIONALS Congratulations to the following Level 10 gymnasts for their innovation and success in performing a new element. The following elements will be listed in the Jr. Olympic Element Supplement until such time that the FIG adds the element to the FIG Code of Points.

X. WEARING OF COMPETITIVE NUMBERS

R and P, Pg 41, v., E. The R &P presently reads that the competitive numbers must be made of stretchable fabric. The word "stretchable" will no longer be included.

Event Vault

Underswing (sale circle) on LB, release and counter movement forward in flight with turn to hang with mixed grip on HB (Reinhardt) From hang on HB facing LB, swing forward and stoop through, dislocate and underswing with 1" turn and flight over LB to hang on LB. (Tai) From hang on HB facing LB, swing forward, salta backward tucked with turn between bars to catch LB in mixed grip (Cullinan) Dismount: Giant circle forward, 1" turn (in flight) to double salta backward tucked or piked (Goerlitz)

XII. JO NATIONALS

Meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, 2003.

10.0

53.301

57.307

54.306

58.406

52.405

Beam From a side stand, take off from 1 foot, swing free leg forward to minimum of 45째, then swing leg backward to show 180째 split in the air (switch leg) to land on 1 or 2 feet (Concannon) Tuck Jump with turn (Barclay & Rosette)

Recommendation that each Region establish a policy for alternates to work out on the training day of Nationals or EastlWest. Motion: D. Houlton Second: P. Padron PASSED

XIII.NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 5-7, 2003.

Bars

The national office will investigate the possibility of sending the State Administrative Chairman a list of athletes from the office data base to work from in designating those athletes who qualified to the Level 9 and 10 State meets.

Recommendation to the National Administrative Committee that the first alternates for Level 10 Nationals receive apparel if they travel to the competition. Motion: J. Geddart Second: M. Milchanowski PASSED

Number Value for JO Program

RO, FF on - turn off, front salta piked with 54.608 1 / 2 turn (Beckman)

XI. LEVEL 9 AND 10 AGE DIVISIONS The present procedures were reviewed and although there were challenges for some states to calculate their numbers of gymnasts, it was decided that no change was necessary. The present system has been effective in establishing equal age groups across the country, based on the actual athletes that are participating.

Description and (name of athlete)

11"

52.510

Dismount: 5tand on one leg, swing free leg backward to perform a front salta tucked with 1 twist off the side of the beam (Jaworowicz)

59.302

Ring jump with 1 1" turn (Johnson)

51.310

Floor

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE Colorado Springs, CO May 5-6, 2003 Chairman Cheryl Hamilton called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

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III. FIG UPDATES

encouraged and responsible for caIling a conference if an impossible Start Value has been awarded (example: missing a Special Requirement or incorrect Additive Value)",

NEW ELEMENTS FROM THE 2002 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS, WITH VALUES FOR

VI. COMPOSITIONAL DEDUCTIONS

The following FIG Clarifications have been accepted for the JO Program: Event

#/Value for FIG

Description

Number & Value for JO

Vault 2.408 / 9,7 Handspring forward on - pike saito forward with 1/ 1 turn off (Chusovitina)

*2.408 / 10,0

5,510 / 9,8 RO, 1/ 1 on - tucked saito backward with 1/ 1 turn off

*5,510 / 10,0

5,511 / 9,9 RO, 1/ 1 on - stretched saito backward with 1/ 1 turn off (Tankkousheva)

*5,511 / 10,0

Bars 4.407 / D Stretched Gienger

*4,507 / E

8,506 / E Dismount: Swing down between the bars

8.506 / E

- swing forward to saito backward stretched with 1/2 twist - into saIto forward stretched (Blanco) 8,606 / Dismount: Swing down between the Super E bars - swing forward to - triple saito backward tucked (Magana)

*8.504 / E

Beam 1.513 / E Mount - RO from 90° approach to beam - Flic-flac with 1/ 1 twist to hip

• For Beam and Floor, pages 119 and 146: Add a bullet under D: Choice of acro elements • No additional consideration should be given for exceeding the difficulty (value parts) required at the level. Examples: The expectation for Level 8 is A and B acro elements; at Level 9, A, Band C acro elements.

VII. BEAM & FLOOR TECHNIQUE CLARIFICATION: In the JO Technical Handbook Pg, 113 i. and 140 g. 1/ 1 turn with free leg

2.406 / D Pike jump with 1/ 1

*2,506 / E

9,508 / E Gainer saito backward stretched with 3/1 twist to side of beam

9.508 / E

Floor *2.501 / E

optional) (Gomez) Bars: Revision to wording of # 5.406: eliminate the word "backward" (straddle flight) Beam: #1.214 may also be performed from take-off from two feet to "roll over" to land in rear support #1.414 (D) Salto tucked or piked to rear support - 90° approach to beam Note: The Saito must be free before simultaneous landing with grasp of hands in rear support Clarification on Beam dismount #9,306: The back saito with 11 /2 - 2/1 twist may also be performed in tucked or piked position, Floor 1,206 Pike jump, also with 1/2 turn to front lying support - Revised description: replace "above horizontal" with "hip angle a minimum of 90°

at or above horizontal throughout the turn: Delete the first bullet and change the second bullet to: If >45 to 90 degrees of the turn is lacking the correct leg position, deduct "up to 0.20". This will allow the gymnast to have time to quickly lift the leg into position without deduction. Once the free leg at or above horizont~ position is established, it must be maintained throughout the turn In order to receive Value Part credit as listed,

VIII.VAULT The committee discussed adding 1/4 on - 1/4 off and 1/4 on - 3/ 4 off vaults, etc., but no action was taken at this time. Clarification regarding distance: When evaluating the distance of the vault, judges must take into consideration the size of the athlete, the type of vault, and the overall trajectory (amplitude) of the after-flight, not just the distance from where the gymnast lands in relation to the end of the vault table,

IX. NAWGJ REPORT C. Ide reported the NAWGJ recommends, in light of the present economic situation in the country, that the present Judges Fee Structure be extended, with no changes for the 2003-2004 season,

X. MISCELLANEOUS CONCERNS:

IV. VAULT WARM-UPS Clarification for vault touch warm-up, if a gymnast jumps up on the table to perform a saito off, it is not considered one of her three allowable vaults,

D. 2, Directionally: Add the following (applicable to level 9 & 10 only) • Beam: Pg, 118, IV, A. 1. Missing a forward or sideward and backward acro element a, Must be from groups 7 or 8: Add: (Level 8 may also use Group 6 rolls) c. Rolls may not be included. Add the following: (except at LevelS).

1.513 / E

circle backward (Zamolodchikova)

2.401 / D 4/ 1 (1440°) turn on one leg (free leg

Changes to the Jr, Olympic Technical Handbook:: • General - Page 45, IV, B, 4, a. Change to read: "High points achieved by the virtuous performance of value parts required at that level." Reminder: There are no specific compositional deductions for Level 8-10 other than those listed in the Technical Handbook, • Bars - pg, 85, III. B. "Lack of balance between elements with pirouettes and with flight phase" Add the following : (applicable to Level 9 and 10 only)

REASONS FOR CONFERENCING

Add to page 13 in the JO Technical Handbook, "Chief Judges are

• Deductions for coaching/signaling Add the following to the JO Technical Handbook, pg. 14 j, "Signals, verbal cues by teammate or coach to gymnast (after warning)" • INQUIRIES: When submitting an inquiry, the coach must legibly complete (continued on page 40)

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the coach's portion of the inquiry form. Judges should only provide the information requested on the inquiry form. • Repetition of an Exercise: Any decisions regarding the repetition of an exercise should be made by the Chief Judge, in consultation with the Meet Referee. • Judges' Uniform at Nationals: Rules & Policies, page 61. I. F. Delete the second sentence - A Navy blue jacket and skirt with white blouse is the required uniform at all National competitions. Both skirts and slacks are now considered acceptable attire for both International and National competitions.

XI. OPTIONAL CONCERNS: BARS: Clarification: If a Backward Giant is performed with a splitting of the legs through vertical, there is no deduction for leg separation. This is considered an acceptable teclmique. FLOOR: Line deductions: Add under Panel Judges' responsibilities in the JO Technical Handbook page 16, C. 3. g.: Add (Also attempt to signal any such violation by raising a hand.)

season due to injury, may petition to Level 10 Regionals by submitting her Elite scores from the previous season. The injury petition will be considered under special circumstances by the RTCC and RJOCC. If necessary, the SACC, as well as the National Chairmen (JOC and TC) may be consulted. A current video must be sent to the two Regional officers. Effective August 1, 2003. Motion: D. Houlton Second: A. Schweyer PASSED Recommendation that non-mJury petitions to Level 9 or 10 Regionals will be considered for TOP athletes who have competed at an Elite Challenge meet the same weekend as their State Meet, effective August 1, 2003. Motion: L. Reid Second: P. Padron PASSED Note: The Committees requested that the petition form be revised to include a Fax #. Also added is the statement - "If the petition is not completed correctly, it may not be accepted. It is the responsibility of the coach to provide all necessary information." The forms will be available online and also printed in the next revision of the JO Technical

Handbook for Coaches and Judges.

XII. COMPULSORY DEDUCTIONS FOR 2005

II. NEW ELEMENT EVALUATION PROCEDURES

The committee reviewed the present deductions and made recommendations for changes and deletions for the 2005 cycle.

The Technical Committee requested the following statements be added to the Evaluation form for New Elements: • Video and written description must be sent to both the RJOCC and RTCC • Please allow a minimum of three weeks for the evaluation to be processed. This form will be posted on the website as well as printed in the revised JO Teclmical Handbook for Coaches and Judges.

XIII. NEXT MEETING Next meeting is scheduled for the Mon. & Tues. May 3-4, 2004 following the Jr. Olympic National Championships in Orlando. Members were requested to schedule departures after 5:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

JOINT MEETING OF THE JR. OLYMPIC AND TECHNICAL COMMITTEES May 5-6, 2003 Colorado Springs, CO The following issues were discussed by each committee separately and the final motions/ decisions are indicated here.

I. PROCEDURES FOR INJURY PETITIONS TO LEVEL 9/10 REGIONALS Recommendation that, if an athlete is lacking scores from both the current and previous season due to injuries but has previously qualified to either Level 9/10 Regionals, Level 9 East/West, or Level 10 Nationals, an injury petition for the same level may be considered under special circumstances by the RTCC and RJOCC. If necessary, the SACC and the National Chairmen (JOC and TC) will be consulted. The scores from the previous Regional/National competition must be at least one point higher than the current Regional qualifying score. The petition must include a current video that is sent to both Regional officers. Effective August 1, 2003. Motion: D. Houlton Second: A. Schweyer PASSED Recommendation to add the following procedures to the R & P for injury petitions of athletes who have dropped back from the Elite Program to compete in the Jr. Olympic Program: An athlete who competed at or qualified to the Elite Challenge or Classic in the previous season, but has no JO scores from the current

III. LEVEl 7 CONCERNS The committees discussed the severity of leaving out a Requirement at Level 7 (deliberate omission deduction of 1.00 plus 0.80 for value of missing requirement for a total deduction of 1.80). Recommendation to reduce the deliberate omission deduction for Level 7 from 1.00 to 0.50 (plus the value of the requirement - 0.80, for a total deduction of 1.30), effective August 1, 2003. Motion: A. Schweyer Second: P. Panichas PASSED Recommendation to change (reduce) the following deductions for lack of continuity in a series/direct connection for Level 7 Beam and Floor: Stop, extra step, repositioning from 0.80 to 0.40 Pause from "up to 0.40" to "up to 0.20" Effective August 1, 2003. Motion: L. Mulvihill Second: L. Thorberg PASSED

IV. TIMED WARM·UPS The committee discussed the different competition formats and the minimum timed warm-ups that are required in each format. Recommendation to designate the warm-up times and procedures as follows, effective August 1, 2003:

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Type of Format

Description

Warm-up time Compulsory

Optional

Maximum # of competitors per session

Traditional Either one competition gym or a warm-up and a competition gym. Warm-up all 4 events in the warmup gym or in the competition gym; then compete all 4 events.

1 minute warm-up with a 30second touch

Modified Modified Traditional Traditional One set of equipment in the competition gym. No warm-up gym. Timed warm-ups immediately preceding competition on that event.

1 minute warm-up with no 30second touch.

1112 minute warm-up with no 30second touch.

Compulsory: 72 Optional: 56 (new changereduced from 64)

1 minute warm-up plus 30second touch on the competitive equipment.

2 minute warm-up plus 30second touch on the competitive equipment.

Compulsory: 96 8 squads with a maximum of 12 gymnasts /squad

Capitol Cup

2 gyms (warm-up & competition). Timed warm-up on each event immediately preceding competition on that event.

Modified 2 sets of equipment Capitol in the competition Cup gym (no warm-up gym). Flight 1 squads compete on one set; Flight 2 competes on other set. Timed warm-up immediately precedes competition on each event.

Compulsory: 72 warm-up Optional: 56 with a 30second touch 1112 minute

1 minute 2 minute warm-up; warm-up; no no 303D-second second touch touch

Optional: 64 per session; 8 squads with a maximum 8 gymnasts/ squad

Compulsory: 96 8 squads with a maximum of 12 gymnasts/ squad Optional: 64 per session; 8 squads with a maximum 8 gymnasts/ squad

Motion: M. Dykes Second: M. Elfenbein PASSED The following recommendations were made in order to avoid giving an athlete a void vault: Recommendation to include the following vault to the Level 9/10 vault chart, effective August 1, 2003: S4.101 RO, FF on repulsion (with flight to feet) off 7.5 Motion: M. Dykes Second: C. Christensen PASSED Recommendation to add the following vault to the Level 8 and 9/10 vault list, effective August 1, 2003: SI.106 1/4 to 112 on - repulsion (with flight to feet) off 7.0 Motion: M. Dykes Second: L. Thorberg PASSED B. BARS LEVEL 8: Recommendation to change the Level 8 Uneven Bars Special Requirement of an element from Groups 3-6-7 to now specify a minimum of a "B" element from Groups 3, 6 or 7, effective August 1, 2003. Motion: D. Houlton Second: L. Thorberg PASSED Recommendation to change the Level 8 Uneven Bar dismount Special Requirement to a minimum of an "A" element with a salto, effective August 1, 2003. Motion: L. Thorberg Second: M. Elfenbein PASSED

C. BEAM CONNECTIVE VALUE Ree8!f1!f1eftaati8ft ~fta~ ift 8raer ~8 awara ~fte 9.29 C8flfleeti8ft Vahle 8ft Be8:lfl 8f R\'8 aireetly e8ftftee~ea aaftee ele!fleft~s 8f C I C (8f !fI8re aiffiealt??), ~fte ele!fleft~s !fIas~ Be aiffereftt Motion: A. Schweyer Second: L. Thorberg DEFEATED Ree8!f1!f1eftaati8ft ~8 eftaftt;e ~fte C8ftfteeti8ft Valae 8ft Bea!fl ~8 19.19 if, ift a airee~ e8ftfteeS8ft 8f aaftee ele!fleftts (C IC 8r !fI8re aiffiealt?) , ~fte ~W8 ele!fleft~s are e1(adly ~fte sa!fle. Motion: A. Schweyer Second: L. Thorberg DEFEATED

VI. EQUIPMENT CONCERNS Motion: P. Padron Second: C. Jarrett PASSED CLARIFICATION: If block time is used for timed warm-up, the clock does NOT stop for bar adjustments.

V. OPTIONAL CONCERNS

Recommendation that whenever additional matting is placed on the Floor Exercise area and covers any portion of the boundary line(s), the mat must be clearly marked with tape or chalk to indicate the actual boundary line(s). Failure to mark the mat will result in a 0.10 neutral deduction taken from the average. Effective August 1, 2003. Motion: L. Reid Second: J. Geddert PASSED

A. VAULT Recommendation to add the following vault to the Level 9110vault chart, effective August 1, 2003: S5.101 RO, FF 112 on - handspring off 8.8 ----------------------------~(~~r~E~c~H~N~IO~U~E_.~JU~N~E~2~OO~3___)r--------------------------~4~"1

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JULY Cable, WI 54821; 1:30 p.m. ta 5:30 p.m. Lake Owen Gymnastics Camp Directions: Ron Lenz 715·798·3785 Course code: J007052003WI Instructor: Joson Orkowski, 608/ 848·3547 12 Westland, MI 48185; 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Michigan Academy of Gymnastics, 5870 N. Hix Rood Directions: Leon 8ecker, 734·721·4001 or douglasrowe@hotmail.com Course code: HF07122003MI Instructor: Helen Fry, 989/754·7401 , 12 Woodward, PA 16882; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Woodward Camp, 134 Sports Camp Dr Directions: Steve Hass 814·349·5633 ' Lunch available, course time includes meal break Course code: SH07122003PA Instructor: Stephen Hass, 814/349·5633 13 Coral Springs, FL; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Marrion Heron 8ay Resort Directions: Toni Rand, 954·972-4947

Course code: MK07132003FL Instructor: Marci Kaplan, 305/ 466·0620 18 Westerville, OH 43082; 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Region 5 Mini·Congress, Buckeye Gymnastics Directions: David Holcomb 614·895·1611 Course code: BF071820030H, Instructor: Bobbi Montanari, 614/ 777·9430

AUGUST Baton Rouge, LA 70815; 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. c.G.'s Gymnastics Inc. Directions: Caesar Garcia 225·275·5597 Course code: CG08022003LA Instructor: Caesar Garcia, 225·275·5597 Woodward, PA 16882; 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Woodward Camp, 134 Sports Camp Dr Directions: Steve Hass 814·349·5633 ' Lunch available, course time includes meal break Course code: SH08022003PA Instructor: Stephen Hass, 814/349·5633 10 Boca Raton, FL 33434; 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. National GymnastiCS, 9793 Glades Rd. Directions: 561·883·7827 Course code: MK081 02003FL Instructor: Marci Kaplan, 305·466·0620 20 Anaheim, CA 92802; 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Notional Congress, Anaheim Marrion, 700 West Convention Way Course code: AM08202003CA

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SEPTEMBER Hilliard, OH 43026; 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Universal Gymnasts Directions: Bobbi Montanari, 614·777·9430 Course code: BF090720030H Instructor: Bobbi Montanari, 614/ 777·9430 14 North Las Vegas, NV 89030; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Go For It USA Directions: Don Spencer 702·658·9003 Course code: DS09142003NV Instructor: Don Spencer, 702·658·9003

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