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Russian Gymnast Anna Pavlova Brings Grace and Experience to the Games
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Some amazing photos from the Women’s Olympic Gymnastics podium training are beginning to show up. The major news outlets have quite a few, and Grace Chiu from Inside Gymnastics has posted some very pretty photos.
This one is by far my favorite photo so far! Anna Pavlova of Russia is performing a gorgeous ring leap (probably a switch-ring) and Grace Chiu got the skill at a different angle than I am used to seeing.
Twenty-one year old Anna has been competing on the international stage for more than 8 years – which is a very long time in gymnastics. Here is a video of her competing when she was 12 – and isn’t she just so cute!
Shay Doron Returns to University of Maryland to Retire Jersey
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New York Liberty basketball star, Shay Doron, is an amazing example for kids! PressPassTV recently produced a very nice piece on Shay as she returned to her alma mater, University of Maryland, as they retired her #22 jersey.
View the video piece about Shay, University of Maryland women’s basketball and Shay’s travels.
Behind the Scenes with AVP Players Beth Van Fleet and Suzana Manole
Posted by: | CommentsBeach volleyball is more than playing in the sand – it is a lot of hard work! PressPass TV goes behind the scenes with AVP players Beth Van Fleet and Suzana Manole to see how they get ready for a tournament such as the one on Coney Island. This video is 6 minutes long but has cool music and moves really quick.
Here is a shorter one featuring Jenny Kropp and Jen Pavley getting ready for the same tournament.
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