Three locals from Sault Ste. Marie Gymnastics Club are sole Canadian team at major U.S. event that runs from June 17 to 22; ‘I think it’s exciting for our little town'
Gymnastics is an often overlooked sport locally, but three young gymnasts — two from Sault, Ontario and one from Sault, Michigan — have earned some well-deserved recognition.
“I’m excited for myself and I think it’s exciting for our little town for me to be going to such a big place,” said Michigan’s Greener, speaking to SooToday before practice at the Sault Ste. Marie Gymnastics Club.“I’m really excited. I’ve never been to something this big before. I’m a little nervous because it’s so much bigger than anything else I’ve ever done,” said 12-year-old Pringle, though she displayed skill and confidence as the three athletes practiced Friday afternoon.
“I get to come into the gym and it’s the one place where I can put everything else aside and focus. I like the floor because there’s a lot to it. I can tumble in different spots and try different combinations, but I like the beam a lot too.” “It’s an exciting and rewarding time for us,” said Kim O’Brien, Sault Ste. Marie Gymnastic Club head coach and competitive manager as her three gymnasts head to New Orleans.
“Eden’s worked really hard to stay here. There’ve been very few gymnasts that have stayed until Grade 12. All three of these athletes are dedicating 20 hours a week to this one sport. They have to miss out on school athletics and some social activities. They’re putting their gymnastics first and to me that’s what’s made them a success, to go to New Orleans. They choose to be here,” O’Brien said. “I’m making progress and getting better at gymnastics. I really don’t mind it.
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