November 28, 2006

Hey Everyone!!

Well, let me tell you that we have had another great week. As Carly said, we ended last week with an intrasquad, and everyone did an amazing job. After completing the meet, we hosted a clinic for girls ranging from beginners to Level 10's. I think that it was a great experience for everyone involved. We all had fun coaching and helping out and the participating gymnasts seemed to have a lot of fun. It's a little difficult to hit the ground running right after a meet, but we were all up to the challenge. We had a great couple of days of training before heading home for Thanksgiving. We kicked things up a notch on floor by putting our tumbling passes out on the hard ground, away from the resi pit and the softer landing. Everyone stepped up to the plate and showed that all of the training and conditioning we have been doing has paid off. We were able to tumble with ease, which is a great confidence builder as we get closer and closer to season. We also pulled a beam outside of the gym and into the main hallway of our facility, only to learn that we were expected to show a beam routine in this entirely new setting. This didn't seem to faze anyone. It was nice to see the looks of determination on everyone's faces as they stepped up to show off their skills. Now we are all on a well-deserved break at home to celebrate Thanksgiving with our families. I have no doubt in my mind that every single one of us is going to come back ready to go. Season is right around the corner, and I feel that everybody is ready to get out there and compete. I can't wait to see what the coming couple of weeks will bring.

Stephanie Carter