Jumping for Jamaica
8:27 PMRanked as a one of the top 30 gymnasts in the United States, Williams says she hopes her participation will inspire other gymnasts living in Jamaica, the states and elsewhere to represent Jamaica and qualify for the Olympic Games.
A robust, five-foot one-inch athlete, Williams added: "I want to show that gymnastics is not only about running, flipping and recreation. You can actually go somewhere with it and be part of the international world."
"When I was younger, I was 'hyper' and gymnastics was a way to keep me occupied," she added.
Training for 10 years and currently at 25 hours a week, Williams showed her worth at the Junior Olympic National Championships earlier this year when she won on the beam, was second on the floor and third all-around.
Though now a Maryland State, Regional and US Junior Olympic National team member, Williams allegiance to Jamaica -- birthplace of her parents -- means she will have to sever ties with the American association.
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