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How is NCAA gymnastics different from elite gymnastics?

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Samantha Peszek, a 2008 Olympian and current UCLA gymnast, has competed under both the college and elite rules. At first glance, college gymnastics might look just like the Olympic version of the sport. The equipment is the same, as are many of the skills. read more

NCAA gymnastics championships -- The difference between college and Olympic gymnastics (ESPN). This is an article about the Junior Olympic gymnastics programs, with emphasis on Artistic Gymnastics: All About the Junior Olympic Gymnastics Program (Thoughtco). read more

While there can be a great deal of pressure in both college and elite gymnastics, it is a different type of pressure. The Scoring System. The college scoring system has a "ceiling" score -- a perfect "10" -- while the elite gymnastic scoring system does not. In elite gymnastics, a perfect score does not exist. read more

Elite gymnastics is heavily focused on the individual, and making an Olympic team can be a rather lonely adventure. That all goes out the window in college, to the relief of many gymnasts. The overall team total is most important, with an NCAA team title the ultimate victory. read more

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