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A Totally New Salto Vault That is NOT Even in the Code of Points
As strange as it may seem, free runners have discovered a new vault for gymnastics, that is not currently being done by any gymnast, but is in this video. Continue reading
Judging the Gymnastics Judges
There have been complaints about gymnastics judging for as long as I can remember, but open criticism, and especially unbiased criticism, is much rarer. Continue reading
A New Framework for Gymnastics Scoring from Palmer
A discussion of the Code of Points, aesthetics and the almost universally negatively considered impact changes to the Code have had on artistry. Continue reading
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Since When is Personal Style a Deduction?
Penalizing optional gymnasts for stylist reasons is one of the factors that has led to the decrease in originality at all levels of competition. Continue reading
A Chance for the Return of the Perfect 10 to Gymnastics Scoring
With the upcoming review of gymnastics scoring there is a chance to return to the perfect 10.0 scoring system that fans and gymnasts understood and liked so well. Continue reading
19 Potential Solutions to International Gymnastics Scoring Problems
Now that we have pointed out many of the problems with the current international gymnastics scoring system we present solutions from ourselves and others around the web who’s opinion we have solicited. Continue reading
Detailed List of the Problems with International Gymnastics Scoring
This long and detailed list is the beginning of what we hope will become a comprehensive list of issues to address with any change in gymnastics scoring. Continue reading
Definition: Start Value
Start Value: This is a term that refers to gymnastics scoring. The start value of a routine indicates the relative difficulty of the routine. Compulsory routines all start from a 10.0 start value and deductions are made from 10.0. Currently, … Continue reading
Definition: Virtuosity
Virtuosity: A term that in relation to gymnastics refers to the artistry, or the degree of rhythm and harmony, displayed when a movement is executed to its maximum in terms of style and elegance. In general, the more gracefully flowing … Continue reading
Definition: Zero
Zero: which is the score you get if you do not compete in a gymnastics event or do something which voids your score, like not touching the vault table with your hands when you vault, being significantly spotted (not just … Continue reading
