Young lady you make us all proud. I'm a 64 year old guy crying right now. May the God of heaven bless you richly. Thank you so much for your courage, your strength , and your willingness, we are so proud of you.
I cannot help it. Every time I see that grimace on her face as she salutes on one leg, I just tear up. the pain she had to be in from running on that leg, pounding down hard on it to do her vault....and STILL stick that landing. I just cry for her.
It was such a shock to see the rock solid Kerri miss that first landing. But I remember thinking at the time, "Even if she's injured, is ANYONE could do the vault again it's her. She could land on one foot if she has to." And she did! It was amazing.
"I knew that I could live with injured ankle, but not without my dream" "Strug herself was outspoken about this issue, giving her support to Karolyi and saying that it was her decision to vault." -Kerri Strug. So please keep silent until you know what you say is true.
Thank you posting this, Kerri has said countless times that she didn't want her Olympics to be remembered/her memory of it being falling on her butt, she wanted to go out strong
WOW !! And WOW again. Kerri exemplified what the American spirit is all about. That vault, when she was in so much pain, after tearing two ligaments in her left ankle on the previous vault and a top performance was needed by her in order for the American team to win gold, will go down in infamy. God bless Kerri.
Every time I see the video of her vault, on top of watching it live, I just...well....man!!! I believe that little girl became everyone's hero that day. :D
To people saying she was ordered to is absurd, they did not know if they had the Gold medal and also Kerri did this for herself, since she did want to remembered for falling during her Olympic experience.
If we Americans could be as strong as her today continuing to believe in America and true Americans never give up on America our true country and freedoms
No matter how many years have passed, the feelings of watching her do it the first time are still there! Like the lady said, it's one of those moments in time that will be remembered for years to come!
I'm getting goosebumps. God bless you little girl you are a true champion and hero you saved the day. God bless you bella karoli you are a master teacher to these special girls and an inspiration to us al.
Makes me cry of the beauty I see in Strug's and angry at what we now see in gymnastic athletes. They will never compare to these past athletes that showed dedication, Patriotism and loyalty to not only the USA but to its people.
Kerry has said that she thanks Bella for always making her do extra vaults. They vilify the Karolyis but without their rigorous training and focus on discipline, our american team would have probably never become what it did during those olympics that’s why I hate that to this day Dominique Moceanu keeps complaining that the Karolyis weren’t too nice. It wasn’t that they just had to do their best to make these girls win. Isn’t that the point in the olympics…to win? Because if not then stay in your little town little league just practicing without many goals or expectations.
@@theglowingbrownie5124 exactly. Dominic moceanu keeps whining about her own father and the karolyi’s putting them in the bad light. First of all, nobody’s force her to join gymnast. She couldn’t have quitted long time ago. I saw some video clip here in yt of moceanu’s prime years when she was in the karolyi’s training camp. She seemed happy and enjoying at what she was doing. Nowadays In interviews, She’s full of bitterness and ungrateful to the karolyi’s. I see that she runs her own gymnast training business. Is this what she wants to get profitted for destroying others specially her former coaches. She also has a book turn out to be a dismal flop. Maybe she has the ambition to be the head of USA gymnastics team. No respect for this woman. Gymnast icon Nadia comeneci who popularized gymnastics to a next level never said an ill words to bela and Martha karolyi. Even other great gymnast such as Nellie Kim, ludmilla tourescheva, svetlana kourkhina, Shannon Miller, Mary Lou rhetton and among others never said an ill words to their respective coaches.
I felt this also...having been tossed from a golf cart just the day before. I tore up my ankle badly enough to eventually require a reconstruction surgery. I was icing it down as Kerri made her last vault count.
That team has absolutely no weaknesses. The vault was such a random hiccup. Those girls are were so talented. But I firmly believe only Kerri could have done that knowing how bad she was really injured. Funny. Mary Lou got a 10 on vault. Kerri won it for team USA majorly injured on the vault. :))
I love this girl!! Try and try until you die, if you die at least you try..is her motto in this time of event..but now that i think they have more rights now i think the athlete motto like strug is try and try until you succed!! Because what is the use of trying if you died not reach your dreams? But watching she did this oh my respect for her is so much high...i applaud her bravery..😘😘😘👏👏👏
Kerri Strug, 1980 US Hockey team's miracle on ice, and one of my all-time favorite US Olympic win, wrestler Rulon Gardner. All memories that will endure! If you're not familiar with Rulon, check this video out......It will make your heart swell with pride to be an American! A big ol young corn-fed Wyoming dairy farmer beats a mountain of a Russian wrestling legend to upset the Olympics and take home the gold. czcams.com/video/oVT3-wbL8HU/video.html
At the time, they did need the second vault. The Russian, Roza Galievak,, had not performed yet, and could have won the gold. As it turns out, she wouldn't have, but it was a possibility at the time of Strug's second vault. The choice was Strug's to make. Hard, adult decisions come with the job of being an Olympian. As for the Karolyis being "child abusers," every student they've ever coached has had the contractual right to quit and go home anytime, day or night, for any reason. And the IOC kept a searing eye on them as Olympic coaches. They couldn't have gotten away with abusing a child if their lives depended upon it.
The parents often put pressure on the kids, paying over a thousand month extra for the Karolyis in advance...additional to all the other costs.. so I think it’s not that easy just to walk out after a few days
Watch athlete A. Also Kerri asked karolyi if she had to do the second vault and he told her she had to to get the gold. So she probably didn’t have a choice
She was 18 years old (nearly 19) when this happened. She was an adult that would be quickly nearing the average retirement age for a female gymnasts. She said she didn't want her legacy to be falling on her rear end.
Kerri Strugg's final vault will always be remembered as the most emotional act in the Olympic gymnastics.
Young lady you make us all proud. I'm a 64 year old guy crying right now. May the God of heaven bless you richly. Thank you so much for your courage, your strength , and your willingness, we are so proud of you.
I watch her performance over and over again and I still feel the same emotion! I love her!!!
I love you too!🥰😘😘😊🌹
My late husband, was considered one of the best bolting coach in the USA by his colleges and he coached Kerri until December of 1990
I cannot help it. Every time I see that grimace on her face as she salutes on one leg, I just tear up. the pain she had to be in from running on that leg, pounding down hard on it to do her vault....and STILL stick that landing. I just cry for her.
Me too!!!
It was such a shock to see the rock solid Kerri miss that first landing. But I remember thinking at the time, "Even if she's injured, is ANYONE could do the vault again it's her. She could land on one foot if she has to." And she did! It was amazing.
"I knew that I could live with injured ankle, but not without my dream"
"Strug herself was outspoken about this issue, giving her support to Karolyi and saying that it was her decision to vault."
-Kerri Strug.
So please keep silent until you know what you say is true.
Thank you posting this, Kerri has said countless times that she didn't want her Olympics to be remembered/her memory of it being falling on her butt, she wanted to go out strong
WOW !! And WOW again. Kerri exemplified what the American spirit is all about. That vault, when she was in so much pain, after tearing two ligaments in her left ankle on the previous vault and a top performance was needed by her in order for the American team to win gold, will go down in infamy. God bless Kerri.
Every time I see the video of her vault, on top of watching it live, I just...well....man!!! I believe that little girl became everyone's hero that day. :D
The best Olympic moment in history!
Don't ever give up on ur dream!
To people saying she was ordered to is absurd, they did not know if they had the Gold medal and also Kerri did this for herself, since she did want to remembered for falling during her Olympic experience.
The Hype in 1996 from this event was memorable and I'm glad I saw it live 🇺🇲
If we Americans could be as strong as her today continuing to believe in America and true Americans never give up on America our true country and freedoms
No matter how many years have passed, the feelings of watching her do it the first time are still there! Like the lady said, it's one of those moments in time that will be remembered for years to come!
I love her coach carrying her, that was AWESOME beyond words.
He is a monster. He wanted the fame it was about him. Do your research.
Kerri is an inspiration to every young woman past, present and future. She’s freaking adorable too, both then and now. God bless her. 👍😎❤️
I'd definitely want Kerri on my team; any day, any time...
I'm getting goosebumps. God bless you little girl you are a true champion and hero you saved the day. God bless you bella karoli you are a master teacher to these special girls and an inspiration to us al.
Makes me cry of the beauty I see in Strug's and angry at what we now see in gymnastic athletes. They will never compare to these past athletes that showed dedication, Patriotism and loyalty to not only the USA but to its people.
Kerry has said that she thanks Bella for always making her do extra vaults. They vilify the Karolyis but without their rigorous training and focus on discipline, our american team would have probably never become what it did during those olympics that’s why I hate that to this day Dominique Moceanu keeps complaining that the Karolyis weren’t too nice. It wasn’t that they just had to do their best to make these girls win. Isn’t that the point in the olympics…to win? Because if not then stay in your little town little league just practicing without many goals or expectations.
Right? Now some of these stupid athletes dont even want the national anthem to be played. They should be defunded
@@theglowingbrownie5124 exactly. Dominic moceanu keeps whining about her own father and the karolyi’s putting them in the bad light. First of all, nobody’s force her to join gymnast. She couldn’t have quitted long time ago. I saw some video clip here in yt of moceanu’s prime years when she was in the karolyi’s training camp. She seemed happy and enjoying at what she was doing. Nowadays In interviews, She’s full of bitterness and ungrateful to the karolyi’s. I see that she runs her own gymnast training business. Is this what she wants to get profitted for destroying others specially her former coaches. She also has a book turn out to be a dismal flop. Maybe she has the ambition to be the head of USA gymnastics team. No respect for this woman. Gymnast icon Nadia comeneci who popularized gymnastics to a next level never said an ill words to bela and Martha karolyi. Even other great gymnast such as Nellie Kim, ludmilla tourescheva, svetlana kourkhina, Shannon Miller, Mary Lou rhetton and among others never said an ill words to their respective coaches.
what a LEGEND
she is a hero ....I love Kerri for me they were the best team ever
Kerri strug was amazing Gymnast and she was Best in 1996
Mary Lou was/is my hero, and to see her supporting Kerri is amazing!!!
She did ask him "Do we need the 2nd vault?" he said "Yes"
I'm crying watching this I felt her pain
And me too. I cant stop my emocions and happy ending.?
I felt this also...having been tossed from a golf cart just the day before. I tore up my ankle badly enough to eventually require a reconstruction surgery. I was icing it down as Kerri made her last vault count.
Legendary and gutsy performance.
May God bless Kerri, continued success on whatever you do. You're a hard worker
Side note: I cried watching her vaults live in 1996, and I cry every time I watch videos about it.
Magnificent💜
Kerri is the essence of a🥇champion for sure and your moment was pretty damn special too, Ms. Mary Lou!!!
Heart of a true champion. Never quit.
That team has absolutely no weaknesses. The vault was such a random hiccup. Those girls are were so talented. But I firmly believe only Kerri could have done that knowing how bad she was really injured. Funny. Mary Lou got a 10 on vault. Kerri won it for team USA majorly injured on the vault. :))
they should induct kerri into the international gymnastics hall of fame
Like Marylou in the Olympics in Los Angeles, Kerri went to Bela shortly before their participation in the Barcelona Olympics.
incredible.
First comment after 9years 😶
Watch and learn biles, watch and learn.
I love this girl!! Try and try until you die, if you die at least you try..is her motto in this time of event..but now that i think they have more rights now i think the athlete motto like strug is try and try until you succed!! Because what is the use of trying if you died not reach your dreams? But watching she did this oh my respect for her is so much high...i applaud her bravery..😘😘😘👏👏👏
COURAGE is her middle name.
Kerri Strug, 1980 US Hockey team's miracle on ice, and one of my all-time favorite US Olympic win, wrestler Rulon Gardner. All memories that will endure! If you're not familiar with Rulon, check this video out......It will make your heart swell with pride to be an American! A big ol young corn-fed Wyoming dairy farmer beats a mountain of a Russian wrestling legend to upset the Olympics and take home the gold.
czcams.com/video/oVT3-wbL8HU/video.html
At the time, they did need the second vault. The Russian, Roza Galievak,, had not performed yet, and could have won the gold. As it turns out, she wouldn't have, but it was a possibility at the time of Strug's second vault. The choice was Strug's to make. Hard, adult decisions come with the job of being an Olympian. As for the Karolyis being "child abusers," every student they've ever coached has had the contractual right to quit and go home anytime, day or night, for any reason. And the IOC kept a searing eye on them as Olympic coaches. They couldn't have gotten away with abusing a child if their lives depended upon it.
John Brown Ever heard of Larry Nassar?????
The parents often put pressure on the kids, paying over a thousand month extra for the Karolyis in advance...additional to all the other costs.. so I think it’s not that easy just to walk out after a few days
This comment did not age well
Watch athlete A. Also Kerri asked karolyi if she had to do the second vault and he told her she had to to get the gold. So she probably didn’t have a choice
Exactly!
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A couple of Percocets and a Gold🥇Medal will ease most pains.
In 1979 Tracee Talavera was the YOUNGEST winner of an event, National Champion on Uneven Parallel Bars at 12 years and 9 months.
it kind of looked like the judges were laughing at her
Pain is temporary, gold is forever? Wha?!
You could see the pain all over her face b4 she even did the 2nd vault
Kurt Angle is somewhere punching the air
1:33 - Isn't that Moceanu?
Kerri is the real deal Biles is nothing short of an embarassment and a joke kerri is a true leader and champion .
Those were the days when athletes were real; today you have Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka being absolutely precious
Remember when we had real Olympic Athletes and not professional victims....
She got lucky. Elena Murkhina didn't.
what Strug said does not refute what happened. If you know youth and watch the video you see she was ordered to jump and risk permanent disability.
You’re putting horse in Kerri strug’s mouth. You have so much hate in your heart about the karolyi’s.Get over it.
@@chicklit8604 he should be hated. He ordered Strug to risk being crippled for life to satisfy his own ego
@@oriolesfan61 “I could live with my injuries but not without my dream” - Kerri strug 1996 Atlanta Olympic chpion
She was 18 years old (nearly 19) when this happened. She was an adult that would be quickly nearing the average retirement age for a female gymnasts. She said she didn't want her legacy to be falling on her rear end.
@@staceynybeck traumatic bonding. Her coach abused her, ordering her to risk being crippled for the rest of her life for the sake of his own ego.
This is how real American athletes act. Nowadays we have spineless losers that quit because they don't feel like competing with their team.
Eww gross is that Don Peters
Simone Biles should be ashamed of herself.