Happy 2021 everyone! I hope the new year treats us all well. This year, we are introducing some changes to competitions and the group. Other OGC documents will be updated soon accordingly.
New Competition Type
In 2021, we are introducing a new competition type, a closed competition. Twice a year, there will be a competition exclusive for previous month’s medalists. The “Platinum” level will return during these closed competitions as well. These biyearly competitions are meant to be a special event, but the other ten months of the year will be open competitions for anyone to compete in.
January:
Open Competition
“Winter” Theme
February
Open Competition
“Love” Theme
March
Open Competition
“Pastel” Theme
April
Open Competition
“Rainy” Theme
May
Open Competition
“Floral” Theme
June
Closed Competition
Theme to be Announced
July
Open Competition
“Fireworks” Theme
August
Open Competition
“Tropical” Theme
September
Open Competition
“Autumn” Theme
October
Open Competition
“Spooky” Theme
November
Open Competition
“Fantasy” Theme
December
Closed Competition
“Festive” Theme
New Deductions
- 1 point deducted for a mid-routine salute.
- 0.5 points deducted for a false start (starting before told to do so).
- 0.2 points deducted for talking during your routine.
- 0.5 deduction for stumbling on the beam (not falling on ground but climbing on the side).
Improvements:
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Calendars will be updated more regularly, and events will be more consistent.
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Award videos will be given priority. Time constraints have made these videos difficult but I realize that it’s really important for gymnasts to know how they placed.
For Staff:
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Staff support groups on Discord, with timezone channels for time sensitive needs.
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Staff monthly goal sheets were extremely difficult to manage and keep up with. We will now be using Hyra, an excellent staff management program. We ask active staff to try to contribute at least an hour a week in-game.
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More staff-bonding nights!