Opinion: L.A. could train the next Simone Biles. But only if we invest in creating opportunities
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Opinion: L.A. could train the next Simone Biles. But only if we invest in creating opportunities

LA Times  

As Los Angeles is preparing to host the 2028 Olympics, it could also be the next success story in how to prepare a new generation of gymnastics superstars. Think of the scenes from Paris this summer — moments when Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles shared the spotlight in triumph — and consider how they inspired young people across the United States, especially girls of color. My challenge to LA28 is to ensure the future excellence and diversity of U.S. gymnastics by building a legacy arena in one of Los Angeles’ neighborhoods of color. Wendy Hilliard has twice served as captain of the USA Gymnastics Rhythmic National Team and founded the Wendy Hilliard Gymnastics Foundation, which provides gymnastics training to underserved communities.

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Janelle McDonald hopes to rebuild UCLA gymnastics with passion, positivity
2 years, 7 months ago

Janelle McDonald hopes to rebuild UCLA gymnastics with passion, positivity

LA Times  

Janelle McDonald, UCLA’s new gymnastics coach, says she will put the interest of student-athletes first when rebuilding a program that has not qualified for the NCAA meet the last two years. “I want to create a really inclusive environment where everybody feels like somebody, and they know they have a voice here and can be a part of building the …

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