Alabama Gymnastics and the Medalist Club have lost a staunch supporter and friend with the passing away of James 'Tip' Cain on June 24, 2007. The longtime club member was a regular attendee at home meets despite declining health in recent years. A veteran of World War II and Korea, the 88 years young Tip and his wife, Betty, held season tickets near the beam-and not by accident! As Director Lucy Liles related, his nickname came from his first steps as a baby, all on tiptoes, and quickly moved to running in the same way. Tip surely appreciated the grace and strength of gymnasts on the beam, as the best of them work on their tiptoes without a check.

The Medalist Club extends its condolences to the family of James Tip Cain- University of Alabama fan, Veteran, and a great American.

We have a Photo album (and a slide show) for the 2007 National Championships Session01 (Thursday, April 26, 2007).

• Photo Album: 2007 National Championships Session01 (Thursday, April 26, 2007)
• Slide Show: 2007 National Championships Session01 (Thursday, April 26, 2007)

Here are a few of the Photos:
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446087 bytes 01 Kaitlin White opens floor WU

218476 bytes 02 Erin Rightley in her floor WU

404418 bytes 03 Ricki Lebegern spins