In an article on Fibre 2 Fashion, it has been revealed that GK Elite Sportswear, L.P., will not only be supplying the apparel for the Men's and Women's United States of America's Gymnastics team but are also responsible for those of Great Britain, Australia, Russia, Netherlands, France, Greece, Israel, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Finland. Very exciting stuff!! The full release can be seen here: http://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/apparel-news/newsdetails.aspx?news_id=113648
The Greek Olympic Committee and Adidas have presented the Official Greek Sportswear for the London Olympics with athletes themselves modeling the Sportswear. Find below some quotes from the article about the launch from the Greek Olympic Committee website which you can read and see in full here. The leotard that Vasiliki Millousi will be debuting looks stunning. A definite favorite in my eyes!
The President of the Greek Olympic Committee, Mr Spyros Capralos, welcomed the attendees by stating: "Unlike the forecasts and against the 'doom' at home and abroad, we send 106 athletes to the Olympic Games in London. And that number may increase if efforts succeed and the National basketball team, the battle between these days Proolympiako Tournament in Venezuela and, of course, the wish wholeheartedly to get qualification! We did it, then, because we had faith in our goal, but also because we had the full support of sponsors and supporters we have chosen, despite the economic climate, strengthen the Greek sports. I want to thank the adidas for its support, stressing the will of the Greek Olympic Committee to continue our collaboration and after London. I would also like to convey my belief and that the group of our athletes who will go to the Olympics will really make the Greeks proud! First, the ethos and spirit of the race, and then the discrimination will be achieved and will provide joy, hope and uplift national badly needed the Greeks who tried hard. "On his part, Mr. Rene Bretschneider , Director Marketing adidas Group Southeast Europe, stated: "The adidasfor over 80 years, supports athletes who compete in the Olympics. " While on the forthcoming Games in London said: "Believe me, it is easy to be responsible for clothing and shoes 3000 athletes from 11 National Olympic Committees! The sports equipment of the Greek Olympic team that we present today is the most comprehensive product line-up ever National Team, combining leading technology with the Greek colors.The unique design of all product line, guarantees that Greek athletes will be recognized as proud members of a single group. "
The first Gym Gala was held on the 1st of June at the gymnasium of the Olympic Village. The Gala was a way to introduce the sport to many of the young spectators in the audience and to present to them the achievements of the gymnasts - all of whom are highly successful in their endeavors and are positive role models. It looks like the gymnasts, fans and school children had a blast and thanks to onsports.gr's Youtube channel you can see some of the performances from the Gala!