About this episode

The episode features Caroline Walker discussing her experiences as an Air Force cadet and insights from the U.S. Classic gymnastics competition.

This is the 8th and final episode of the Recruit Reflection series, brought to you by Full Out Collegiate Recruiting. This week, we have one of our most interesting recruit perspectives yet: Caroline Walker from Air Force. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to get into a military academy or what Air Force cadets experience, this episode is a must-listen. We also talk about the U.S. Classic and share our thoughts and highlights from the competition, from Katelyn Ohashi just missing out on qualifying for Championships to Reese Esponda proving to be a real contender. We also discuss what we think the future holds for USA Gymnastics, and more! Thank you to our monthly Patreon supporters: Lee B, Cookiemaster, Happy Girl, Erica S, Semflam, Amy C, Becca S, Cathleen R, Faith, Kerry M, Derek H, Emily, Sharon B, MSU, Kimberly G, Lela M, Mara L, Jenna A, Alex M, Dana, Lidia, Maria P, Alicia O, Cristina K, Hayley B, Bethany J, Kentiemac, Marni S, Betny T, Emily C, Cathy D, Lisa T, Libby C, Thiago, Debbie, Taryn M, Amy M, Chuck C, Kaitlin, Susan P, LFC_Hokie, Ella, Kay, Julie B, Austin K, Jane, Sarah, Amy, Stephen S, Johanna T, Alison S, Alberto D, Kristina T, Abigail W, Jennifer K, Kate…

People in this episode

Host: All Things Gymnastics Podcast

Guest: Caroline Walker

Topics covered

• military academy
• gymnastics competition
• recruitment
• USA Gymnastics
• Air Force cadets

Keywords

• Air Force
• gymnastics
• recruitment
• Katelyn Ohashi
• Reese Esponda
• USA Gymnastics
• military academy

Sponsors

Full Out Collegiate Recruiting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Air Force, USA Gymnastics

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