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.
Tag Archives: Judging Gymnastics
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.
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.
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.
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, in lower level optional competition in the United States, gymnasts must accumulate bonus points to […]
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 and seamless a series of skills appears to be, the greater the virtuosity and the […]