Have you guys noticed, how Eteri talks to Zhenya and Alina in two completely different ways? :think:
Her tone towards Medvedeva is understanding, calm and affectionate, while rather harsh and mocking towards Zagitova.
I wonder, if it's because of her personal preference for a pupil or psychological approach suitable for a specific skater.
3:52 sasha falling on a 4S on the harness.
documentary was filmed in december 2016. in march 2017 sasha has landed her first 4S at practice
Those little girls are sent there by whomever. They are too young to make that decision on there own. They are living away from their parents and no one to run to when they are hurting and in pain. Only somone shouting at them to get over it or get out. You can see the hurt and pain especially in Alaina. In the Western world, IMO, that would be grounds for abuse. In the movie "I Tonya", there was abuse by the mother......in this documentary, there is abuse by Metri. That's why they are so good at what they do, they are hardened. IMO, if Alaina wins the OGM, she's outa there. Good luck to her. Imagine at 18 saying that you're old, where there is Kostner 31 And still strong....Go Figure.
Ohh, nooo.... Leave him alone! I have other plans for him:dev2:He's mine, I tell you, MINE!!!
I had a busy weekend and couldn't watch it straight away. The video has since been removed, is there any way to still watch it? hwell:
Those little girls are sent there by whomever. They are too young to make that decision on there own. They are living away from their parents and no one to run to when they are hurting and in pain. Only somone shouting at them to get over it or get out. You can see the hurt and pain especially in Alaina. In the Western world, IMO, that would be grounds for abuse. In the movie "I Tonya", there was abuse by the mother......in this documentary, there is abuse by Metri. That's why they are so good at what they do, they are hardened. IMO, if Alaina wins the OGM, she's outa there. Good luck to her. Imagine at 18 saying that you're old, where there is Kostner 31 And still strong....Go Figure.
I felt traumatised simply hearing the appraisal Eteri was giving Zagitova.
My above comment isn't supposed to be a criticism of Eteri or her methods, but simply a realisation of the kind of pressure these girls are facing. I think I'd rather face Medusa's stare than having to get a dressing down from Eteri.
I think it's also a bit of a cultural difference.
Russian teachers and coaches are known for being more direct and "harsh" in their commentary. They're very blunt and no-nonsense.
Whereas here in America, little kids go crying to Mom if coach doesn't praise all the time (sorry but it's true)
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Sorry I meant Eteri not Metri..lol
Those little girls are sent there by whomever. They are too young to make that decision on there own. They are living away from their parents and no one to run to when they are hurting and in pain. Only somone shouting at them to get over it or get out. You can see the hurt and pain especially in Alaina. In the Western world, IMO, that would be grounds for abuse. In the movie "I Tonya", there was abuse by the mother......in this documentary, there is abuse by Eteri. That's why they are so good at what they do, they are hardened. IMO, if Alaina wins the OGM, she's outa there. Good luck to her. Imagine at 18 saying that you're old, where there is Kostner 31 And still strong....Go Figure.
You could have written all of that about US gymnastics.
Same goes for gymnastics or any sport that a child is belittled or abused in any way...shouldn't be allowed.
Same goes for gymnastics or any sport that a child is belittled or abused in any way...shouldn't be allowed.