Press box: Biles returns back and better
Jenny Allen, Contributing writer The seven-time Olympic medal-winning United States gymnast Simone Biles took millions by surprise when she withdrew from the individual all-around event finals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Biles announced after she stepped down that she needed to take time to focus on herself and her mental health. Biles claimed to get […]
PRESS BOX: Sports shouldn’t take priority over mental health
Kaitlyn Fulmore, Contributing Writer The importance of mental health in athletes has been given public attention thanks to courageous professional athletes in the public eye. Tennis player Naomi Osaka and gymnast Simone Biles — both regarded as top players in their sports — have recently prioritized their mental health over competition, earning both applause and […]