Kyrstin Johnson, a freshman from Baltimore, is a national champion in gymnastics at Talladega College. She shares her experience of becoming a national champion and competing with her team at the vault in gymnastics. Kyrstin talks about the support and camaraderie she received from her team and the excitement of sticking her vault.

She also discusses her goals for the future, including clinching the win at Nationals and becoming a veterinarian. Kyrstin emphasizes the importance of having fun, being yourself, and embracing your hair as a young gymnast. She highlights the significance of HBCUs offering gymnastics programs and the representation it provides for young black girls.


Chapters
00:00
Introduction: Kyrstin Johnson, National Champion Gymnast
07:31
The Importance of Representation in Gymnastics
23:37
Being Yourself and Embracing Your Hair in Gymnastics
35:23
Conclusion: Goals for the Future and Support for Kyrstin Johnson