Maine Academy of Gymnastics (MAG) will be holding its annual American
Flyer’s Cup, sponsored by Olympia Sports, March 17 and 18. Gymnastic
teams from all over New England will compete throughout the weekend.

    Traditionally, the meet is held at MAG’s training
facility, but this year it has been moved to Southern Maine Community
College gymnasium in South Portland to accommodate more gymnasts and
more spectators.

    More than 200 gymnasts of all abilities, ages 6-18
will compete throughout the weekend (see below for meet schedule). The
Level 4, 5 and 6 gymnasts will perform compulsory routines while the
higher level gymnasts, Levels 7 through 10, will be judged on their
optional routines. Top-finishing individuals as well as highest scoring
teams will be recognized with trophies and/or medals.

    Gymnastics is a sport that builds a foundation for
healthy fitness habits to last a lifetime. Girls and boys who take part
in gymnastics, whether competitively or recreationally, learn the
physical and mental benefits of the sport and generally continue on
that active path throughout their lives. In a society of sedentary
young people, these athletes are the extreme opposite. Many members of
the MAG gymnastic team train 25-30 hours per week for 12 months of the
year to achieve their goals in the gym. In addition to their dedication
to the sport, all of the gymnasts translate their motivation, hard work
and discipline to their studies by maintaining good grades at school as
well.         For more information and to
view a schedule of events, visit:
www.maineacademy.com/american-flyers.shtml.