Posts Tagged ‘trampoline’

2010 Trampoline Wroclaw World Cup: English Commentary

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Here is the second World Cup Trampoline Competition that I have commentated for Acrobatic Sports TV. Enjoy all the thrills by clicking the link below (Note that the audio & video in the first event, Women’s Synchronized, is not … synchronized.):

http://www.acrobaticsports.tv/index.php?page=videos&video=24#24

(While I’m improving, feedback is still welcome. Thank you.)

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George Nissen (1914-2010)

Thursday, April 8th, 2010

The sport of trampoline lost a luminary yesterday. George Nissen, often referred to as the “Father of Trampoline” and inventor of the first competitive trampolines used in sports today, passed away. He was 96 years old and was likely still able to do handstands.

Mr. Nissen sponsored my travel to several international athletic events, including trips to Egypt, Russia and South Africa. I have too many wonderful memories to limit to one little blog post.

He will be missed. RIP Mr. Nissen.

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Surprise of the Olympics

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Mathew Mitcham

The trampoline event ended up much like expected, with a few missteps from top contenders. But, that’s sport.  What surprised me was the results of the Men’s Platform Diving event.  The winner, Mathew Mitcham, who was not Chinese, but Australian … and he was a World Double Mini-tramp Champion (2001 Junior World Champ).  

This is significant in several ways. (more…)

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Olympics, Part Deux

Friday, August 15th, 2008

The local newspaper in my home town, The Advertiser, published a couple of wonderful articles about local connection to Olympics in China.  When you get a chance, check them out: Blanchard Relishes Olympics Spotlight and The Godfather of Trampoline in the US.   (more…)

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2008 USA Olympic Trampoline Team

Friday, July 4th, 2008

2008 Olympic Team

Two Louisiana athletes, Erin Blanchard and Chris Estrada, made the USA’s 2008 Olympic Trampoline Team this week. Considering that only 12 countries qualify to participate in this event, and only one male and one female per qualifying country can earn a spot to compete, this is a huge accomplishment for Lafayette’s shining stars. (more…)

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