Exciting WCC Announcement Has Simone Biles’ and Others’ Gymnastics Future Looking Good

As a successful 2024 comes to an end, Simone Biles’ training center, WCC, owned by her parents, seems to be going through new beginnings and major revamps. This has been caused by the departures of the heavily successful duo Cecile Landi and Laurent Landi. Many were taken by surprise this week after the latter left. This is because while Cecile’s move to the University of Georgia seemed to be confirmed for quite some time, most thought that her husband Laurent would stick around until their daughter, who is a French diver, Julliete Landi, went to college. But this doesn’t seem to be the case, as the coaches who helped gymnasts like Simone Biles, Jordan Chiles, and countless others bid the Spring Texas gymnasium farewell. But fret not! This has now opened room for new arrivals in the gym to usher in a new era in the sport.

On December 11th, the World Championship Centre announced some quite big news on their Instagram page. Finally, after the departures of the Landis, the gym has added two new Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Program Directors to the team who could benefit them for years to come. The two new additions are Patrick Kiens and Daymon Jones, who joined the gym after earning loads of experience under the belt, mainly in European gymnastics.

The caption of the post read, “We are proud to introduce our new WAG Program Directors, Patrick Kiens and Daymon Jones. With 3 Olympics, 7 World Championships, 12 European Championships, and consulting at FIG for the new COP, they come with a wealth of knowledge and experience to continue WCC’s tradition of top-tier gymnastics and quality coaching.The future is bright! #WCCProud” Thus, the gym looked extremely happy about the two new members.

There’s every reason to be delighted too. Patrick Kiens and Daymon Jones both bring a plethora of experience and years of gymnastics along with them. Patrick was the head coach of the Romanian team in the 2024 Paris Olympics and was vital in Ana Barbosu’s bronze medal capture in the floor exercise. Other than that, he has coached in seven World Championships and 12 European Championships whilst being a FIG consultant.

His longest role in the sport till now was his nine years as the head coach of Dutch gym SV Pax Haarlemmermeer. There he had coached Dutch Olympian Eythora Thorsdottir for quite a while, taking her to the Tokyo Olympics. He had left the gym because he didn’t want to be part of Dutch gymnastics anymore and looked for better opportunities. Thus, Simone Biles’ gym might actually quite suit him well.

On the other hand, Daymon Jones was also a part of the Romanian coaching staff at the Paris Olympics. He has coached in five World Championships and seven European Championships while being a FIG consultant. Daymon is currently a part of the German coaching staff after his stints at the Sweden, Norway, and Netherlands national sides.

Thus, he could also be a very valuable member of the team. This is what makes the future of Simone Biles’ WCC bright, as the members know what it takes to succeed in the sport and would do everything to reach there. It is exactly what was needed after the departures of Cecile and Laurent Landi that left a gaping hole and might have even put the gymnast’s future in doubt.

Jordan Chiles shares insights about Simone Biles’ gymnastics future

With so many changes taking place at Simone Biles’ WCC in addition to her retirement speculation after the Paris Olympics, many have been left wondering whether the gymnast will return to the sport. Many have debated the possibility of her competing at the LA Olympics. After all, she will be 31 when LA 28 rolls around. To add to the intrigue, Biles’ teammate and best friend Jordan Chiles was asked about this matter during her appearance on USA Today. The host had asked her whether Simone would be competing in the 2028 edition of the Games. But, unfortunately, Jordan seemed to be in the same position as most of us.

“I don’t know, honestly,” she confessed. However, Jordan did give fans more insight into what Simone Biles was thinking right now and whether she’s even contemplating her gymnastics future right now. “I think right now she’s just focusing on her husband being in the NFL, like going, you know, in Chicago and all this stuff, and she is definitely taking time to be herself,” she said.

Thus, Simone Biles’ future in sport remains unclear right now. She might not have made up her mind just yet. But the departures of Cecile and Laurent Landi mark a turning point in her career. Nevertheless, her legacy as the greatest to step foot on the mat has already been sealed. Anything else from here is additional. Do you think the GOAT will return to the mat for more? Share in the comments below!

Simone Biles dons black leather skirt and blazer for stylish arrival at NBC Studios in New York City

Simone Biles arrived at the NBC Studios in New York City in style on Tuesday afternoon, donning a slick all-black outfit.

The gymnastics superstar radiated in confidence as she approached the studio in Manhattan for a guest appearance on the Kelly Clarkson show.

Biles sported a black leather blazer and a matching skirt as she was escorted into the building by security guards.

She also accessorized with a black fuzzy bucket hat and two silver necklaces to compliment the all-black ensemble.

Before getting spotted, Biles posted a mirror selfie showing her outfit inside an elevator on her Instagram story.

After bagging three gold and a silver medal for the United States at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Biles headlined the Gold Over America gymnastics tour across the states.

Whether or not she will continue competing as the Olympics are set to be in Los Angeles in 2028 remains in question.

Nonetheless, Biles has cemented herself as one of, if not the greatest, gymnasts with seven golds, two silvers, and two bronze medals across her decorated Olympic career.

Earlier this month, Biles was praised by her fellow ‘GOAT’ – tennis legend Serena Williams.

Williams, widely regarded as the best women’s tennis player in history, joined gymnastics icon Biles for an evening of ‘impactful conversation’ at an event hosted by high-end watch brand Audemars Piguet, Vanity Fair, and The Female Quotient on Wednesday.

The 23-time Grand Slam winner labeled Biles as much after sharing a series of photos from the event, which also included snaps with fashion model Winnie Harlow and Vanity Fair editor-in-chief Radhika Jones.

She wrote in the caption: ‘Yesterday, I sat with the GOAT @simonebiles at AN EVENING OF IMPACTFUL CONVERSATION with @audemarspiguet @vanityfair @femalequotient and a house full of women. I love to see it.’

“Scared”: Simone Biles Family Member Facing Trauma of Miscarriage, Makes a Heroic Confession

Earlier this year, Simone Biles’ sister-in-law, Sammi Biles, was forced to bid goodbye to her third miscarriage in four years. This loss came after Sammi revealed in June of the previous year that she had tragically lost her second baby, who had faced numerous complications. The pain was unbearable, and the years seemed so long, but as the year was coming to an end, it appeared that a Christmas miracle had come to bring light into the darkness of such grief. Just yesterday, Simone Biles’ brother and sister-in-law shared the joyous news that they’re expecting again, announcing with pure excitement, “GOD IS GOOD!!! I’m so grateful, blessed, and excited to share with everyone… WE’RE PREGNANT!!”

The happy parents-to-be, Ron and Sammi, revealed that their little one is due in June 2025, bringing a wave of love and gratitude. The announcement was made even more special with a carousel of touching photos, including the sonogram that read, “We share your joy,” marking this beautiful milestone in their journey. The couple expressed how over the moon they were, feeling deeply thankful as they reflected on the prayers answered by God. And now, Sammi, who has bravely faced the trauma of multiple miscarriages, has made a courageous confession as she opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of this new chapter.

On December 10, Sammi Biles took to her Instagram stories to share a heartfelt and hopeful update with her followers. She expressed deep gratitude, saying, “We are extremely thankful for every single prayer, comment, message, text, phone call, support, and encouragement… we see & acknowledge every single one of you & never forget who is in our small corner of the internet &, even more so, in our lives.” She reflected on the outpouring of love and support that has surrounded her and her family, reminding her that it truly “takes a village” and how much she appreciates everyone who’s stood by them. Sammi emphasized that sharing their journey isn’t about seeking sympathy, but about spreading hope and having faith.

Simone Biles Being Coachless at WCC Sparks Mixed Feelings Among Fans: “Thought He Was Staying Longer”

Simone Biles might have suffered another setback in her quest for a return to gymnastics after the Paris Olympics. After Cecile Landi left the gym WCC, now it seems that her husband Laurent Landi, who also coaches Simone, followed her to the door. This was made clear in WCC’s recent Instagram story where they wished goodbye to their long-term coach.

It seemed to be quite emotional as Simone Biles’ coach bid farewell to his students as the story was captioned, “FAREWELL TO LAURENT!!!” Thus, it seems that Laurent Landi might be looking for new opportunities. This comes after his wife, Cecile Landi, also announced her departure from the college after the Paris Olympics to join the University of Georgia as their new co-head coach.

It led to quite an emotional moment for the gymnastics community as both Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles, two of her most prominent students, expressed their gratitude for her work and wished her well for her future endeavors. But now with Laurent Landi also leaving, fans of Simone Biles seem a bit concerned about the future of WCC as a gym. Laurent and Cecile were both quite vital members in the working of the whole place, and their departure would definitely be felt.

In a Reddit post, the gymnastics community debated the consequences of this decision. User No_League9317 uploaded a post with a write-up saying, “Based on some Instagram stories, it looks like it’s Laurent’s last day at WCC. I thought he was going to be there for this season, but guess not. Anyone know where he’s going and who his replacement is at WCC?”

This led to the whole community going into the debate about the situation, with many speculating on Laurent Landi’s future while others spoke about the surprise element in the decision. Many hadn’t expected that Laurent would leave the gym now, especially after Cecile Landi’s departure. Thus, the decision seemed interesting and incited a debate among fans.

Fans react to Simone Biles’ coach’s departure from WCC

Many in the gymnastics community were puzzled by the timing of Simone Biles’ coach Laurent Landi’s departure. Many had assumed he would remain at WCC for a longer period, particularly to oversee his daughter, Juliette Landi, until she entered college and potentially competed in the NCAA. However, this speculation has proven inaccurate, as it appears the Landis are moving on now.

“I thought the plan was to stay until Juliette graduates high school. She’s only got just over half a year left, doesn’t she?” said one fan talking about the same situation. Others debated about the coach’s future now that he has left Simone Biles. Most came to the conclusion that he would be joining his wife, Cecile Landi, at the University of Georgia in a role that has not yet been disclosed. Ever since the couple started pursuing coaching in 1999, they have always been there together as a team rather than as individuals.

This left many surprised when Cecile announced her departure, as the University of Georgia would’ve been her first individual job. However, it seems like her husband, Laurent, might join the university soon and support her in some capacity. “If he’s leaving WCC now, he’s going to Athens. The Landis had said before that he would rejoin Cecile once he finished up there. As far as I know, there’s no word on a replacement yet, nor is there any word on if/in what capacity he’ll continue with gymnastics.” Many fans speculated about who will replace Landi’s in Simone Biles’ WCC.

After Cecile Landi, it is time for Laurent Landi to bid adieu to the World Champions Center. The WCC’s recent Instagram story captured Laurent’s emotional goodbye to his students, the image tinged with the bittersweet scent of finality. The story was captioned, “FAREWELL TO LAURENT!!!” Just after the conclusion of the Paris Olympics, Cecile Landi left the facility to take up a new role as the co-head coach of the University of Georgia. Now, with the new year approaching, Laurent Landi too, has packed his bags. A former member of the French national team, Landi decided to pursue his career in coaching in 1999.

Initially, he landed as a coach in his club in Antibes. After gaining significant experience in 2002, he got his big break when he worked with the French Gymnastics National team in Marseille. After moving to Oklahoma in 2004 with Cecile, he took up a job at the Bart Conner Gymnastics Academy. It was from here that Landi started working with the big names.

Laurent Landi and Simone Biles flourish under each other’s influence

Working at the WOGA, Landi took icons like Alyssa Baumann, Briley Casanova, Madison Kocian, and more under his wings. While these names were already established in the gymnastics realm, it was not until he joined the WCC that he got to show his expertise as a world-class coach. And one of his biggest achievements in the WCC will always be Simone Biles. When Landi first met Biles, she was a budding star. However, more fine-tuning was required to craft a legend out of her.

And without a hint of doubt, Landi succeeded in doing so with flying colors. Trying to break the stereotypes, Landi moved out of France to contribute to the sport in more meaningful ways. However, after watching Biles initially, he knew what he had to do. Speaking about training the legendary gymnast, Landi stated that he had to take a completely different approach. While Biles never fit into the stereotypical boxes of a gymnast, Landi never asked her to follow traditional methods.

Instead, he devised an entirely different routine for Biles and let her natural instincts do the needful. Speaking about his approach towards training Biles, Landi stated, “We’re not always right. If you do your own way all the time, you will hurt the majority of the athletes. Maybe one will survive and will be an amazing person, amazing athlete but the (other) 90%, they will be broken. … We had to adjust to Simone, otherwise we would have broke her.” Well, now that Landi will be leaving the WCC, this might put Simone Biles’ career in some serious jeopardy.

While there have been a lot of rumors regarding Biles retiring after the Paris Olympics, nothing conclusive has been said by the legend. In fact, she also left open the possibility of her coming back to the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Thus, without her mentor, her practice sessions will surely take a hit from now on. However, it is not clear whether Biles will be following Laurent Landi for training or if she will be hiring a new coach in the future. Even with the difficult goodbye, marked by bittersweet smiles and the exchange of heartfelt words, Biles will always remain close to the Landi.

Simone Biles regards the Landi as her family

Simone Biles had to face a lot of trolling and trauma en route to becoming a legend. Bullied for her height and color, Biles was told that she could never make it big in gymnastics. Thankfully, after being guided ably by Aimee Boorman, the gymnastics GOAT found Laurent and Cecile Landi. Not only did they transform Biles into a world-class athlete, but they also formed an inseparable bond that lasts even today. Speaking about their relationship, Biles mentioned that she regarded the ratio as more of a partnership.

“They’ve been big mentors in like my adulthood (because) they got to see and harness the more mature Simone. They’ve helped me a lot not just in the gym but out of the gym, too,” an overwhelmed Biles stated. She reflected on the sacrifices Laurent made just to make her train. Biles mentioned that as she got married and got involved with a host of other things, it was Laurent who made the adjustments to accommodate training the legend.

The 27-year-old stated that whenever she talked about missing practice, Laurent would initially panic and ‘freak out’. However, after calming down and taking a glance at the calendar, the Frenchman would start making alternate plans to accommodate Biles and help her reach her goals. Thus, with such a heartfelt ratio between the duo, it remains to be seen what future updates come from the iconic pair.