Tumble Talk: Bailey Philbin
9/8/2015 12:00:00 AM | Gymnastics
Hey Terp Fans,
I want to start off by giving a huge shout-out to our talented incoming freshman, Alexandra Robinson, Amanda Bertorello, Macey Roberts, Meagan McClelland and Shynelle Agaran. It is such a great feeling having everyone back on campus ready to start the new year!
Monday we had our annual welcome back barbeque for all athletes and coaches! President Loh gave a wonderful speech welcoming back all the athletes and getting everyone hyped for the upcoming year!
During Tuesday's practice we received our new apparel or as the GymTerps like to call it “Christmas in August.” If you are interested, you can watch our live reaction to our new gear by searching “terpsgymnastics” on Instagram. It is such a huge honor to represent Maryland Athletics; we all can't wait to walk around campus showing off our awesome new Under Armour gear!
On Tuesday and Thursday after practice, we had our introduction lift from our new strength coach Ryan Cotter! Ryan will be working with the GymTerps this upcoming season and he is just as excited as we are to get the year rolling! Ryan tested us on some general strength exercises such as, high jump, long jump, pull-ups, and pushups, to see how much we can improve by the end of boot camp!
Saturday was an exciting day for the University. We had our first football game of the year, winning 50-21 against Richmond. Many of the GymTerps got together and watched the game cheering loud and proud!
Boot camp started this past Sunday and the GymTerps came up with the word “Unstoppable” to be our team slogan! Sunday's boot camp focuses on cardio and strength training that takes place outside on the turf fields. I would like to give Ryan a huge shout for putting together an awesome first day of Boot Camp! The GymTerps came into it ready to attack and pushed through till the end cheering each other on!
I hope everyone has a fantastic week, and stay tuned for next week's Tumble Talk! GO TERPS
Love, Bailey Philbin
