World Cup Ghent 2005

Commentary by: Brian Bakalar

Ghent, Belgium May 1, 2005. The American Team was represented by Annie DiLuzio and Alicia Sacramone at the World Cup in Ghent, Belgium, May 1.

DiLuzio, brand new to international competition, came up strong on the vault, scoring a 9.312, and taking the silver medal. 

But it was crowd-favorite Alicia Sacramone whose 9.325 on Floor, and 9.462 on Vault made her the big winner of the day.  Fresh off of her victories at the Visa American Cup in February, and solid performance at the World Cup competition in Romania, Sacramone continues to dominate in the World Cup league, the finals of which will be held in Brazil next year.

Sacramone is particularly respected here in Region Six of the United States as she trains at Brestyan’s Gymnastics of Massachusetts.  A powerhouse and a great performer, Alicia boasts both 1 ½ twisting and Double twisting Yurchenko vaults.  On floor, her tucked full-in always impresses, and her triple twist rarely leaves anyone in doubt that she is something special.                     

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