So Close!

"DAMN close!"

Apparently the 9 Network didn't even show the men's aerial qualifications today but you should see them tonight from 10pm (AEST) during the day's highlights on Vancouver Gold.

A family friend came into my work to let me know David finished an admirable yet bittersweet 13th, less than a point(!) short of a 12th-place qualifying rank.

We love you, Davo. You tried your best and you can't say better than that. You sure put the skiing world on notice! Here's to another Olympics!

That Other Olympics...

Vancouver 2010 kicks off this weekend.

I'm excited!

You can read a little more about AGB's favourite gymnast-turned-aeriallist David Morris here and get a super-secret look at his training regime here (hint: IT'S ADORABLE).

Best wishes to all the athletes representing Australia over the next two weeks. Do yourselves and your country proud, but most importantly - enjoy the experience!

Morris Major

I like a nice surprise, me.

I got some fantastic news during my tea break at work this morning. Eyewitness accounts can attest to me nearly up-ending my drink with excitement.

An old, dear gymbuddy of mine has finally hit the big time- Aerial skier (skiier?) David "Dangerous Dave" Morris will represent Australia at next month's Winter Olympics in Vancouver!



*thuddy music, fireworks and yappy dogs in backyards*

Hurraaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!!

Dave had a fantastic World Cup performance over the weekend, clinching a 12th world ranking (talk about a personal best!) and a guaranteed berth at the Games. Dave was always an encouraging, thoughtful young man who entertained and inspired all the gymnasts he coached and competed alongside. He also has a lovely family that has supported him the whole way. A medal couldn't go to a more deserving guy. Let's not forget: at present, Dave is Australia's ONLY male aerialist, and the first male in the AIS national aerial ski team for 10 years.

Eastern suburbs ex-gymnasts REPRIZZENT!

....or something.