Ahead of Friday’s first round of the NCAA gymnastics national competition, Slate.com writer Rebecca Schuman published a titillating exposé detailing the bad reputation that Utah’s MyKayla Skinner has carried with her throughout her athletic career. Schuman’s article is a must read for fans of Utah gymnastics, as someone finally says what so many Utah fans have known for three years. A bastion for consistency, Skinner is considered one of, if not the best gymnast at the collegiate level, however a quick look at her stat sheet, especially when compared to her peers might suggest otherwise. Is it possible that Skinner’s perceived “bad attitude” is the reason behind her obviously low scores?
Is MyKyla Skinner Really Gymnastics’ Bad Girl?
