This small section is devoted to my other favorite gymnast, Paul Hamm. I didn't want to make a whole website devoted just to Paul so this is my way of showing he's one of my favs. He now holds the title of being National Champion and he's only 20 years old. How does he do it? It's a mystery that will probably never be solved with the real reasons. Oh, sure. He'll tell you lies about hard work and dedication, but we all know that it's more than that.
It's no wonder that he's everyone's favorite. He's talented, cute, and has a twin brother. If that doesn't tickle your fancy than just look at his talent alone. National Champ at 20 years of age. You know how many years people train for to become a national champion? A lot and Paul did it in a short about of time. Now tell me you could do that at 20. I didn't think so. Not many people can, but Paul, well Paul is special isn't he? He played Superman during his one exhibition routine, and I'm starting to believe that he finally let his secret out. He was in full uniform!
All joking aside, Paul is an amazing gymnast. If there's one thing I can't pass over is an amazing gymnast. Why do you think this website is here in the first place? I can just add Paul to the list of future greats and when he's 30 years old still trying out for the Olympic team, maybe then he'll get his own website.
Here's some quick facts about Paul:
Hometown: Waukesha, WI
Residence: Waukesha, WI
Birth Date/Place: September 24, 1982 / Washburn, WI
Club: Swiss Turners
Coach: Stacy Maloney, Andrei Kan
High School: Waukesha South
University: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Year in School: Freshman
Favorite Event: All
Hobbies: Playing tennis (tennis?)
Began Gymnastics: 1989
Best Events: Pommel Horse
Height: 5'6"
Weight: 137 lbs
Years on Sr. National Team: 3 (1999-02)
Years on Jr. National Team: 4 (1995-96, 1996-97, 1997-98, 1998-99)
Best Finishes: 1st All Around, Pommels, and Vault at the 2002 US National Championships
7th All Around at the 2001 World Championships
2nd Team at the 2001 World Championships
14th All-Around at the 2000 Olympic Games
2nd in All-Around at 2000 U.S. Olympic Trials (114.125)
1st in Pommel Horse (9.850) at 2000 U.S. Olympic Trails
11th in All-Around at 1999 U.S. Gymnastics Championships
3rd in All-Around at 2000 U.S. Gymnastics Championships (112.925)
Fun Facts
*Paul enjoys playing tennis, cards, chess, and a German game called Sheepshead.
*He is also interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy.
