But he quit!
You are so wrong.
Yep. The pressure led her to step away, leaving her team to compete without the number one gymnast in the world.
Another good read on this...like you commented earlier, Gary..."we have no idea of her world" period.Here is another one that might alter perspective
‘I Need to Call It’: Behind Simone Biles’s Stunning Olympic Withdrawal — The Wall Street Journal
Eight years ago, Simone Biles had to be forced off the competition floor by her then-coach over her mental state. In 2021, the greatest gymnast of all time insisted to team staff that she was removing herself.apple.news
Yes, if a player is mentally unable to play, this board would eat them up.
She said it. She said she felt the weight of the world on her shoulders. In other words, pressure.
Wrong...Jordan himself said it wasn't the flu, but food poisoning...some rumors he was hungover...doesn't take away from his performance. BTW any adult who has a 104 flu ( especially back then) can't stand up, he's in the hospital on an IV.
This is so wrong . Most here have accomplished things of great import , even in a very tough world . Putting food on the table , a roof over a family’s head , raising kids are all stressful. Some here have lost jobs , been threatened with foreclosure or eviction or a loos of employment. Life’s a bitch .
She literally has tons of trophies and GOLD medals. You’re complaining about her on a football blog. Who’s the real winner here?
Thank you for offering perspective sir. The athlete and hero worship in this country is ridiculous.
“Probably the most difficult thing I’ve ever done,” Jordan said afterward. “I almost played myself into passing out just to win a basketball game.” Not just any game, though — a Finals game. Said Bulls coach Phil Jackson: “This was a heroic effort, one to add to the collection of efforts that make up his legend.”
DD don't knock working at Publix...I know several millionaires who work there...that internal employee only stock adds up. No stress...Also, my 28 year old Nephew happens to be an Ass't Manager at Publix...just bough himself a beautiful new house and jeep...he gets paid well...
Yes I saw The Last dance too (hated it btw)...he couldn't have played with a 104 flu as you alluded to...food poisoning yes. I said it takes nothing away from his performance which was heroic...
I have mixed feelings about it. My daughter was a high level gymnast and they can seriously get hurt. But I don't like her timing, should have pulled out before Olympics.
Did you do just a little bit of research before you went on your rant about her just quitting and starting this ridiculous thread? Well I did and this what EXPERTS like Dominique Moceanu are saying. You might want to read this and educate yourself before spouting off stupid shit because you don’t know what you're talking about. Apparently it isn't just a mental thing, it's more about spatial awareness or knowing being aware of your surroundings. Spatial disorientation can get you killed which is what the preliminary NTSB reports are saying what happened in the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash. The Roberto Duran comparison? Don't say that again, people are going think that you're stupid!!!!!
I have a cousin who was a meat manager there for like 30 years, now has a couple million in the bank in Publix stock.
Thats right Pete....very few people leave Publix...additionally, they promote from within, will work out a transfer to another store (should you move)...Old school Counsel and lover of BBQ, DD couldn't have been more wrong
Look I agree about not performing if you have the Twisties I definitely wouldn't want the GOAT to injure herself.
It was just an example of a working mans type job . Didn’t mean to criticize a great company like Publix who treats their employees well . Substitute Circuit City . Oh they are defunct ?
DD I understand...I just pointed out that you example was 100% balls ass dead wrong. Simple as that.
I agree. Follow through or don't compete. The timing was awful. She just happened to quit after not performing well on a vault.
What if someone like Novak Djokovic is the one doing the critiquing/criticizing? "Without pressure there is no professional sport. If you're aiming to be at the top the game you better start learning to deal with pressure and how to cope with those moments-on the court but also off the court." "Pressure is a privilege my friend." From one GOAT to another.
The point is that he played when he could and probably should have sat the game out. My only criticism of Simone is that she took somebody else's spot on the Olympic team which is most often a once in a lifetime opportunity for these athletes to represent the USA worldwide. I would have zero to say if she had chosen to retire or sit out these games. However, she chose to compete and absent a physical injury that made it impossible to compete I expect her to compete for our country on such a stage. MJ is simply one of dozens of examples were elite athletes competed despite having serious career threatening injuries. Look at Ali, Youngblood, Reed, etc. etc. All of these guys competed with severe injuries so as to not let their teams down let alone their country. Believe me I give mental health issues serious consideration. I myself suffer from chronic depression and receive meds and therapy. I'm not ashamed to admit that and understand acutely how important your mental health is. However, sometimes we have to fight to overcome fear and depression especially on such a stage.
Brother, I know how difficult poor mental health can make a person's life. I suffer from depression and take meds. I'm not ashamed to admit it and often share this to inspire and help others who are afraid to seek help. Especially in Latino culture which discourages often belittles men for openly admitting and addressing their mental health. It takes courage and "cojones" to admit you have a problem and get help for your sake and that of those who depend on you. Having a mental health issue is nothing to be ashamed of as you would not blame a diabetic for having diabetes. However, when you are in a position of responsibility and obligation, you have to do your job. Seek treatment and do your job. My obligation to my family and colleagues was such that I had to confront my condition and deal with it out of respect for them. Being a member of a team especially an Olympic team comes with great responsibility. Just being on the team means another athlete could not realize his or her dream and compete for their country. Absent a physical injury that makes competing impossible, I compete before letting my team, country and family down. That is just me and I am nobody. Imagine, the sacrifices made by many legendary athletes in similar circumstances. This is the olympics we are talking about. There is nothing wrong with having a mental illness so long as you confront it and seek treatment. You can't make your problem somebody else's. Its a matter of accountability and responsibility.
Willis really did it to spur on the MSG crowd (I was there as a teenager with my brother and father) came out of dressing room played a few minutes, hit his only shots, sent the crowd into a frenzy then left a few minutes later...Dollar Bill and Clyde went crazy Dave D all over the court...Lakers didn't have a chance...the Captain did his job. What a team!
