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3rd Quarter 2015
N°4
IDF Twirl
Information Magazne about Baton Twirling around Paris
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Sometimes, we have to be provocative. This
dream to see baton twirling baton at Olympic
Games comes back regularly. But could it be the
right solution for our sport?
At this time when a new season begins, right
answer is clearly no. Why??
So simply because we could not answer to a dramatic increase in term of athletes, which comes with appearance at Olympic level. Just take a look at our clubs : lack of trainers, lack of coaches, lack of managers.
Regarding competitions : lack of judges, terrible daily hours to be able to have all athletes competing, selection at the first rank of competition. So YES we have think “Olympic”, but we first have to think about building
solid foundations for our sport, and to do that, there’s only one way: training.
At the beginning of this season, that’s, as managers, our first responsibility.
Summary
Credits :
Publication Manager : Jackie Bourrée
Chief editor : Dominique Pouliquen
Graphic designer : Aurélie Cornet
Layout : Patricia Perin
Pictures credits : Clubs, Aurélia Croix,
Matthieu Mauclert, Bertrand Royer, Stéphane Vrastor,
WBTF
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What do they do now?
Ann-Wenn Lozé-Jamet interview
Keisuke Komada interview
Poster
Back on International Cup
Back on Champions Gala
Medical Advice
Athletes from Paris talk to us
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What do they do now ?
Aurélia BOISSINOT
3rd junior women World Championship in 1998 (Villeurbanne)
Hello Aurélia, for those who don’t know you, could you briefly introduce yourself?
Aurélia BOISSINOT “CROIX”, 32 years old, married, 2 children: Lucas 6 years old and Dorine 4 years
old. I began baton twirling in 1990 at Beauvoir sur Niort, then Niort/Beauvoir and Annecy where I
finished my carrier in 2004. I’ve competed as soloist, duet and teams, and I’ve been also a part of
our National French Team. I’ve reached 11 times national final, done 2 European championships, and
6 world championships.
Youngest twirlers maybe don’t know your “prize list”, could you refresh our memory?
In 1996: Silver medal at national level (first time I reached this level)
In 1998: Silver medal at European level, and Bronze medal at world level, as junior
In 1999: Gold medal at national level
In 2004: Bronze medal in duet with Alexandra ROYER, my sister
What are you doing now? Is Baton twirling still present in
your life?
I don’t do anymore sport. It can happen that I run, one or two
races per year: first one between friends, and second one for a
good cause: fight against cancer.
For sure, baton twirling still present in my life since my sister
Alexandra is a national trainer, and my niece perform baton twirling at La Rochelle.
After a long carrier, what do you keep as feelings?
All these years brought me many things. I’ve learned a lot, and
it helped me in my professional life. Rewarding years for which I
don’t have any regret.
Could you tell us what is your best souvenir?
The biggest one still when I had to rise on the third step of world
podium in 1998 at Villeurbanne, in France.
And the worst?
I don’t have any one.
You’ve done a duet with your sister Alexandra, was it different because she was your sister? A good souvenir?
Yes sure, it was different. A very emotional duet. We’re very close,
and having done this duet with her was so important to us. It was
our “Good bye” to the public, end of a wonderful carrier.
We can say that you’ve an awesome resume. Which advice
could you give to our readers who begin baton twirling?
Baton twirling is a passion. You must take pleasure, and enjoy
every single moment.
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Thanks Aurélia !
Interview
Ann-Wenn Lozé-Jamet
Hello Ann-Wenn, could you briefly introduce yourself?
Hello, my name is Ann- Wenn, I ‘m 13 and I’m in school
in 4th class. I practice twirling in Mantes- La-Ville (Yvelines) for 3 years. I was born with agenesis of the left
hand, that is to say, I have only two fingers (the thumb
and little finger).
At what age did you start the twirling? How come?
I started twirling at the age of 4 years at the club of
Porcheville, with a one year stop because the club had
closed. This is my mom wanted me to do sports and it
was the only one close to my home that accepted children of this age. And also because it was a sport with
increased dexterity of hands, and my mom wanted me
to be seen as the other children. And I liked it, I have
not left my stick, and now I greatly thank my mom!
You realize a superb season, with many 1st places
in National 3. What is your training time? How do
you feel with these results?
I have 5 hours twirling a week, with sometimes over
the weekend, and one hour of gymnastics. When I
mounted the first step for the 1st time solo at county
championship, I felt great and I could not believe it at
first because with my hand I would never have thought
up the whole podium alone. And then it’s the dream
continued...
Does your disability in his left hand was a hindrance for you in the beginning? Is what you are
told yourself you could not do?
Yes it was a brake early because there were movements
I could not do, we had to change movements in the
teams because of me ...
I remember when I was young and I saw older do I
thought I could never do it, the stick would not fit in
my left hand ... And training after training, I succeeded
to do it.
Baton Twirling is an athletic sport, but also art,
is that at some point you’re told you it would be
harder for you than for others?
Of course, it was necessary that I often work; repeat
the movements several times before I found the technique to make it happen with my disability. Even talking
to a therapist, so she advises me on a left hand catch
that I could not do.
Persons with disabilities often say that the eyes
of others are important. For you, is that true?
A little bit, because sometimes I ‘m a little embarrassed
when youngest look at me strangely, but I got used to
my surroundings and often and I forget my handicap.
It may be that your coach / choreographer must
develop your technique according to the problem
in your hand. Did you talk during construction? Or
it happens naturally?
Yes, she often had to develop my technique because
sometimes she forgets that I have my handicap so we
must talk together to find a solution, and I like it because it shows that my malformation is not so showy
than that! It is an exceptional coach that I have this
year, thanks to her that I am also on the podium as
it was able to trust me and recognize my work. A big
thanks you to her
You had to work a lot, definitely a bit more than others, to get to overcome your disability, since you
compete like everyone else. Do you think this handicap makes you stronger as many girls? character
at least ...
Yes, I think it because people like me have to work more than the others to arrive at a «normal» level so my character is stronger, and I think more swing than others.
How do you see your future in Baton Twirling?
Already next year is a big challenge for me because I go up to Nationale N2. Then I hope to continue as long as
possible!
If you had a wish for your future in the twirling and off, what would it be?
In twirling, my wish would be to reach final at Nationale 2, and why not be national champion ! (Everyone has the
right to dream). And succeed my studies as it’s a priority for my mom.
Thanks Ann-Wenn !
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INTERVIEW
Keisuke Komada
IDF TWIRL : Hi Keisuke, for those who
don’t know you ( ), could you please
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introduce yourself, and tell us who you
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performing baton twirling ?
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« I started baton twirling when I was 5years
old, because my sister had begun baton twirling. I don’t know why but I was interested in
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baton twirling ».
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PALMARES
• 5 times World Champion Junior (2002-2003-2004-2005-2006)
• 2 times World Champion Senior (2012-2014)
• 2 fois Vice-Champion du Monde Sénior (2007-2010)
• Bronze medal Junior World Championship (2001)
• Bronze medal Senior World Championship (2008)
• 4 times winner of International Cup (2009 : Sénior Freestyle Elite, Solo
Sénior Elite et 2015 : Solo Adult Elite et Adult Elite 2 bâtons)
• Silver medal of International Cup (Sénior Elite 2 bâtons)
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How can you explain that, even so young,
you were so good? Talent? Work ?
When I started twirling, I was not good at
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twirling and didn’t have talent, but I loved to
twir
do ttwirling so much ».
We saw you in Osaka in 2004, and more
than everything we were surprised to see
many Japanese fans with a picture of
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you. What did you feel at this time ?
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« I tthink just happy to take pictures with twirlers ! ».
You’re
a
worldwide
baton
twirling star since you’re very young.
How
do
manage
this
status
?
« I always think about I wanna get next levels. So I worked hard to be twirler of my
ideal ».
Is it difficult for you, for example during
world championship to have a lot of solicitation, like photos, autographs ?
« World championships are only once a year.
I think it’s important to take photos and signs
with twirlers of the world. ».
You have a lot of World Championships on
your resume. Could you tell us a little bit
more about what you keep in your memory ?
« I have two biggest memories: The first one
when I got 10 points and I did perfect routine in
2006 in Roma. It was the last time of Jr men, I
had strong mind in that championships.
The second one when I got perfect 10 points from
every judge in 2014 in England. It was unbelievable memory in my twirling life ever ».
And more especially about France. You came
two times, 2001 & 2012. What do you keep
in your mind about these two competitions ?
« In 2001, championships were special for me.
Because it was the first time to compete in world
championships. When I was 10 years old, I did
perfect routine in final, my coach and I were so
happy.
So I was glad to come back on the same floor in
2012. But my performance was bad. I was mortifying. When I finished my runtine I thought that
I wanna do perfect in next championships. ».
More globally, in your baton twirling life,
could you tell us what’s your best souvenir ?
« I have so many friends in the world!! ».
And the worst ?
« Nothing ».
Do
you
plan
to
continue
performing for a long time? What is planned after this baton twirling life ?
« It’s difficult for me to keep my mind and techniques. When I’ll think I’ve done everything I’ll
stop twirling. But I wanna twirl from now on  ».
If you could send a message to all young
athletes, about “how to succeed”, what
could be this message? What’s your secret ?
« Always think what I want to be.... You always
have target and dream.And always enjoy the twirling!! ».
Thanks Keisuke !
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Keisuke Komada
© MM Photographie
a magical summer, with sweet
maple flavor and pancakes...
International Cup at Abbotsford ! « La Coupe du Monde 2015 » in French…. « But where is abbotsford ? ». This question, a lot of people
ask themself two years ago, when hosted city has been known.
South Vancouver, West Canada, border of United States of America. That’s easier for people to know where it is!
Existing only since 2009, this International Cup has been already hosted in a lot of different places aroung the world. Australia in 2009,
Florida in 2011, The Netherlands in 2013, and so British Colombia in 2015.
Crated by the WBTF when they decided to organize a World Championship only every two years, instead of every year
before, its main goal is to allow everybody to have an international competition every year. For us, European people, it
sounds normal since we have European cup of clubs, European championship for countries.
But for twirlers from Japan, USA, and all non-European twirlers, this worldwide competition is the only one which
exists at international level.
As main reason for having an empty year, without World championship, was a financial reason, because sending
athletes around the world is expensive, the French Federation took the decision to “open” this International Cup to all
French clubs, department and region, and to let them financing costs of this travel. French Federation takes some costs,
like renting training venues (for trainings before competition), a part of badges, etc…
This decision allowed to a lot of French athletes to compete at international level. As this competition has different levels
(A, B and Elite), everyone can compete at his level.
And athletes from Paris are not the last ones to stand up and go far away from their country. Florida, Netherlands, and this year Canada,
they’ve always been there!
This year, we presented two teams, two duets, and several soloists from Paris area, and they’re ready to go for Canadian adventure! Whatever
results they had, they come back with head full of memories, if we hear what they say. Just to be sure, we’ve asked some to tell us what they
think.
Maéva Roy told us « International Cup was so nice, I liked it, it allowed me to discover new things ». What tell us Nathan and Manon Bouchemal, engaged in different soloist categories: “an exceptional experience, as for all international competition, we’re happy with our results. We’ll
keep in our memory Japan’s beauty on Hallelujah”.
Noémie Dreau, same way, told us: « at International Cup, I didn’t perform as I wanted to perform. Nevertheless, it was better for me during
IBTF Grand Prix, where I reached semi-final. Impressed by Japanese Team”.
There were beginners at international level, but also those who already competed in the past at International Cup. As Jordane Croissant who
said: “We had less stress than in Amsterdam because we were more ready, and trained, and so I was able to take profit from the ambiance. Even
if we were disappointed with our result, we still a team”.
That’s for sure, they were all excited by the fact that Canada is far away, a look of holidays (a lot arrived before or stay after competition to enjoy
this beautiful country), but first of all it was about competition, with all necessary work and stress included. You don’t come to International
Cup as a tourist, you come to defeat Swiss, American, Canadian… and to admire Japan.
Because this moment of grace came.
Sunday, August 9th, around 2pm, last elite team to take the floor, the one that everybody is waiting for: Ritsumeikan Baton Team, the official
Japanese Team takes the floor. Everybody knows that they were close to perfection during semi-final, with 2 drops, notation of 95-95-96.
This team, trained by ex-stars of Japan, Seishi Inagaki and Chiharu Tachibana… Will they be able to perform better ?
From first musical notes of this famous « Hallelujah », all attendees were in love, no noise at all, just admiration. During these 3’30, it was
like no one close their eyes, to be able to see everything, every second of this technical perfection, choreography perfection, and most of all : to
enjoy this beautiful and emotional team.
It was done, they did it: no drop, perfection 100-100-100. All attendees could explode and applaud for 10 minutes, a lot of tears, for other it was
not far away, close to the border of each eye.
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And then, magical time of international competitions in baton twirling, all athletes all together in the warmup area waiting for the closing
ceremony. This fabulous team from Ritsumeikan is there, taking pictures with all who ask for, we can cross Keisuke Komada, the Worlwide star, taking also pictures, signing papers, Jennifer Marcus smiling, Adaline Bebo for pictures, and so many….
These moments will put a mark on all these young athletes across the World, who were able to cross champion, taking pictures, discussing
with them…
It’s time to declare this 2015 International Cup in Abbotsford closed.
And we hope Croatia 2017 will host as many athletes from Paris, that these athletes will wish to start a new adventure, and again, compete against athletes coming from around the globe.
Some memories…
Paris athletes results :
Mélany POUCOCHINHO (Andrěsy),
Nathan BOUCHEMAL (Villepinte),
Maëva ROY (Andrěsy),
Maïlys CAMUS (Andrěsy),
Manon BOUCHEMAL (Villepinte),
Sabrina PEAN (Villeneuve le Roi),
Audrey LEFRERE (Andrěsy),
Sénior B Solo 1 Bâton
Junior A Solo 2 Bâtons
Junior A Artistic Twirl
Junior Elite Artistic Twirl
Sénior A Artistic Twirl
Sénior Elite Artistic Twirl
Adult B Artistic Twirl
3ème
11ème
5ème
5ème
5ème
8ème
6ème
ANDRESY (Poucochinho & Poucochinho),
ANDRESY (Camus & Blin),
MOISSY CRAMAYEL (Chambery & Pasquin),
VILLENEUVE LE ROI (Péan & Sellier),
Sénior A Artistic Pair
Sénior Elite Artistic Pair
Sénior Elite Artistic Pair
Adult Elite Artistic Pair
5ème
6ème
10ème
2ème
Noémie DREAU (Villepinte),
Noémie BENSADOUN-GAILLARD (La Celle St Cloud),
Katia CAMPANTE (La Celle St Cloud),
Luana BEAUCHAMPS (Villepinte),
Lorine POUCHOCHINHO (Andrěsy),
Noémie DREAU (Villepinte),
Alan BLIN (Andrěsy),
Célia PASQUIN (Moissy Cramayel),
Pauline CHAMBERY (Moissy Cramayel),
Junior Elite Solo 1 Bâton
Junior A Artistic Twirl
Junior A Artistic Twirl
Junior B Artistic Twirl
Junior Elite Artistic Twirl
Junior Elite Artistic Twirl
Sénior Elite Artistic Twirl
Sénior Elite Artistic Twirl
Sénior Elite Artistic Twirl
17ème
14ème
17ème
18ème
12ème
14ème
13ème
14ème
18ème
Team ESSONNE,
Team YVELINES,
Catégorie A
Catégorie A
7ème
10ème
finalist
semi finalist
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Evening of Champions 2015
Thursday, June 25th… Le Thillay… 8 pm …
After the success of the 1st edition in 2014 this evening of champions, gathering all the
finalists N1 from Paris area, for a big night gala, the pressure was there.
640 tickets sold in advance, we knew Parisians would be there. But what would become
of the atmosphere, the evening’s success, to do as well if not better than the first time?
Everything was not perfect. The famous clips presenting each athlete who had so much
success in 2014 were not there ... They were made but were trapped in a computer ... But
no matter, it’s a party night , so rather than clips it is the public who made noise as ever.
To judge the success of an event, there are two criteria: the noise made by the
public, and returns the actors of the event.
What told us Manon , who was part of the demonstration champions that night
? «Great evening with a good atmosphere in the audience who also was there
to encourage us ALL. It’s nice to see the whole Parisians acclaimed and boost all
athletes without exception. I’m a little disappointed that the performances were
not up to what we can do. Personally, I’d love to take this last opportunity to
perform this solo to raise the final. Unfortunately this was not the case and I am a little disappointed.»
And yes, it is never easy to perform two weeks after the final, when the season ends. But
the public, knowledgeable, knows it very well and do not hold it against our champions. As
evidenced by this comment of a mother of an athlete from a different level: «For me, it is with
great joy that I went to this second edition of the Champions evening and I was excited!!!
As proof, I was going as a family with my mom and my daughter ... I hope to reiterate the
experience next year, but everything will depend on the schedules and place. Anyway a big
thanks you for sharing of such intense moments».
For sure, we’ll do it again, trying to do even better, in term of organization and performance.
Particular emotional moment of the evening: Prime Honor League Trophy handed
to Parisian Sabrina Cannistra for all her immense career, and all that it has
brought to the League (accompanied by a clip retracing briefly her career, and
revealing some staff side). Even the greatest champions and champions are not
machines, and it is always nice to see such emotion smiles on faces.
So end up with what a N3 athlete said: «I was super depressed; it’s great to see
our champions. It was a wonderful evening! I hope that next year there will be
one!
It’s a wonderful evening all « ingredients » are there: an organization, wonderful public
and great champions.
So, see you in 2016 for the third event!!!!!!!
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HOW TO TRANSFORM OUR YOUNG ATHLETES
TO COMPETITORS
Young competitions are very important for our child. If some people don’t care about these competitions, wise person
know that in a competitive universe, kids are quickly in front of two facts, victory on one hand, defeat on the other one.
If victory gives full satisfaction, a proud feeling and self-confidence, defeat can cause damage at this age. And so, how
a trainer has to react in order to keep young competitors focused, in case of victory or defeat?
WIN OR LOOSE: REVERSIBLE SITUATIONS
To coach young athletes is not so simple, even more when they are very young. Often, to keep safe their fragile egos,
trainers try to let them believe their all winners. At lowest levels, where competition is not so high, it can be correct,
because kids need to have confidence to be able to express its potential.
But, time after time, when « real » competitions come, when everything become difficult, a lot of kids meet a new
reality: defeat. Unlike victory, defeat and failure look like negative feelings. Coaches, in his desire to help his young
athletes, can question himself (in order to protect these kids):
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Do I have to coach them with victory as a goal, in order to protect them from defeat?
Do I have to coach them without thinking about victory, and by this way it will stay at pleasure level?
When we loose, how can I comfort my athletes ?
When we win, how can we keep this positive dynamics?
The best way to overcome this problem is not to insist too much
about winning competition. As a fact, victory and defeat are
very close. An athlete well prepared, and in a very good health,
can injured himself, which would reduce victory capabilities.
The same way, a « not that good » athlete can be in a very
good day, to excel this day, and be able to win against « best
» athletes. What makes everything possible is for sure to keep
in mind a competition spirit, and a good mental preparation.
TURN YOUR YOUNG ATHLETES TO COMPETITION!
How? That’s what most coaches will ask when reading this subtitle. To answer this question, it’s important to understand
shades in what is involved. In Ideal world, a competitor isn’t obsessed nor with victory nor by fear of defeat. Real competitors have, before all, an impeccable state of mind, and are happy to share all these moment with their group of people,
and do what they like. For sure, it’s important to win, but stake cannot be more important than the fact it’s a game. By thinking this way, athlete can release pressure, and forges slowly but surely a mental which allows him to overcome defeats.
Organize yourself; schedule you training session in advance, and save time.
And, when at the end of the day, he succeeds to win; he fully savors victory, without resting on its laurels, because he
knows that the triumphs are like the flip side, totally transient.
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Now, answer the question: How to transform our young athletes to competitors ?
We must insist on the concept of play. It’s a game, just a game, sought primarily to have fun, laughing, but also to
discover new sensations. Why not do a session of «mindfulness».
You, as trainer, parent, sports instructor, force yourself
to make an entirely positive summary of the session or
the match that has just taken place. Banish from your
vocabulary any negative connotation expressions.
Made of the child’s experience a positive exclusively
episode. Victory? Good, but rather made him notice
this beautiful decisive pass, shoot the 3 defenders face
this very brave tackle, this tremendous speed. Made
noticed him as his muscles develops and supports its
growth. Also insist on group intelligence. They are found
on the ground, a real team made real friends, automation start to pay! Collective defense was impeccable!
Defeat? No matter, we had fun, that’s the main thing.
It is emphasizing the positives that you will forge competitors. You will create children with a thirst of performance;
they will become addicted to your positivism. With a little practice on your part, it will become natural and this could
also impact your professional or personal life!
Finally, stay positive does not mean you have to hide the truth. Do not lie to your players. Doi work on yourself.
Avoid denial at all costs. If the performance of your team was really miserable, you will simply direct the following
trainings to workshops to fill the gaps. Made it a challenge for the next training!
We forgot a podium in our last edition. And so, heree it’s oiur regional champion, Nationale 3 : Alexandre
Magne, form Bezons. Alexandre succeeded to reach Nationale 3 Finale, and the won. National Champion !
Congratulations to our champion.
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Athletes form Paris talk to us
Anaïs Le Falher - Andrésy
Hello Anaïs, could you introduce yourself?
My name is Anaïs LE FALHER. I’m 13 years old; I’m an athlete at Andresy’s club since 2012. I’m diabetic since I’m 2 years old, but it doesn’t
prevent me to play sport.
Could you tell us how you discovered baton twirling ?
My syster Chloé began when she was 5 years old. My mum was part
of the structure in Mantes la Ville, and she had to bring me to training
with her. And so I discovered baton twirling when I was two and a half.
What was your reason to play this sport?
What made me want to play this sport is to see my friends and Chloé
doing it. It’s a beautiful sport.
What do you like in Baton Twirling? What do you dislike?
What I prefer are rolls and spins. As I’m not very flexible, I’ve some
trouble with some aerial gymnastic.
Could you recount some memories, during training, with your friends or competition?
My best memories are my duet with my friend Ilona Potin, when I was at Mantes la Ville, and my first soloist
final when I danced on Mary Poppins, first year at Andresy. I was with Alycia Poucochinho and Estelle Douain.
The team based on Dalton’s brothers, where I was Lucky Luke, is also a good souvenir for me.
Enola Croissant - Angerville
Hello Enola, could you introduce yourself?
My name is Enola CROISSANT. I’m 13 years old. I’m performing baton twirling
at Angerville since 2008.
Could you tell us how you discovered baton twirling?
My family came at Angerville in 2006, and my mother was looking for a sport
for my sister and I. We went to the Association Forum and discovered this
sport that we didn’t know at all.
What was your reason to play this sport?
During this Association forum, we saw exhibitions that impressed me. It’s true
that coloured costumes are very pleasant to see when you’re 5 years old.
What do you like in Baton Twirling? What do you dislike?
Baton Twirling is an artistic sport that allows me to develop all body expression in coordination with music,
and gives life to choreography. I like also the fact that I’ve to go over my capabilities in all technical things.
Succeed to do a difficult spin at the end of the year makes me proud.
I’ve also special link with my trainer. She supports me, and encourages me during trainings, congratulates
me when I’ve good results, but also push me hard when I didn’t play at my level. Goal is to improve.
Having said that, when you talk about competition, you talk about competing against friends, from my club
or other. Having friends, and competing against them is always a little bit difficult.
Could you recount some memories, during training, with your friends or competition?
I’m lucky to be a part of 7 friends team. We feel good being together, and sometimes it’s funny and noisy!
I was lucky also to go to 2 International Cups (Amsterdam and Vancouver) as supporter, and I loved that all
French people were supporting all French athletes, without distinction from where they were.
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