US women’s gymnastics team wins historic seventh consecutive world championship title Thursday, October 5 by ABC News(ANTWERP, Belgium) -- The Women's National Gymnastics Team, led by Simone Biles, has cemented a spot in sports history with its seventh consecutive world championship title.The 26-year-old Biles, who made her return to elite gymnastics just two months ago, helped carry Team USA to... Read More.
Gymnastics Ireland issues ‘unreserved’ apology for Black gymnast medal snub Wednesday, September 27 by ABC News(LONDON) -- Ireland’s gymnastics federation has issued an apology after footage emerged of a young Black gymnast being passed over for a medal at a presentation ceremony.The viral video, which has re-emerged on social media, depicts an official awarding medals to a lineup of... Read More.
Simone Biles makes gymnastics history as 8-time US national all-around champion Monday, August 28 by ABC NewsSimone Biles is commonly hailed the G.O.A.T. — greatest of all time — for good reason. She proved why once again Sunday, August 27, with her historic all-around win at the 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships.Biles, who claimed three titles... Read More.
Simone Biles makes gymnastics history as eight-time US national all-around champion Monday, August 28 by ABC News(SAN JOSE, Calif.) -- Simone Biles is commonly hailed the G.O.A.T. -- greatest of all time -- for good reason. She proved why once again with her historic all-around win at the 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships.Biles, who claimed three titles on the night, made... Read More.
Former US gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar stabbed in prison: Source Monday, July 10 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Larry Nassar, a former USA gymnastics team doctor, has been stabbed in prison, according to a law enforcement source.Nassar was stabbed in the back and neck multiple times, according to a source. He currently has what one source described as "substantial... Read More.
Suni Lee ending college gymnastics career due to kidney issue Monday, April 3 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Suni Lee is wrapping up her college gymnastics career early in order to shift her focus to a health issue, she announced Monday."I have been dealing with a non-gymnastics health-related issue involving my kidneys. For my safety, the medical team did... Read More.
Fisk University becomes first HBCU to compete in NCAA gymnastics Wednesday, January 11 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Fisk University has made history by becoming the first historically Black university gymnastics team to compete at the NCAA level.The Bulldogs debuted at the Super 16 event in Las Vegas on Jan. 6 against North Carolina, Southern Utah and Washington, ultimately... Read More.
Suni Lee to end college gymnastics career, sets sights on 2024 Olympics Wednesday, November 16 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee is ending her college gymnastics career and returning to professional gymnastics for a chance to join the U.S. women's team at the 2024 Paris Olympics."Today, I'm sharing a decision that has weighed on me for a... Read More.
US women’s gymnastics clinches gold at world championships Thursday, November 3 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- U.S. gymnastics fans can now officially book their trips to the Paris Olympics.The U.S. women's gymnastics team won gold at the 2022 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships Tuesday in Liverpool, England, securing their ticket to the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris.... Read More.
USA Gymnastics to cover mental health visits Tuesday, October 11 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- USA Gymnastics is adding additional mental health services for athletes and coaches as part of its new athlete and wellness program, the organization announced Monday.Athletes will receive up to eight mental health visits a year up to $125 per visit, while... Read More.
