History
The Parkettes is pleased to invite you to participate in our 26th Annual Brian Babcock Memorial Invitational to be held on Friday, February 2, 2024 through Sunday, February 4, 2024. Formerly known as the Parkettes Boys Invitational which started 49 years ago, this meet has developed into one of the largest and most prestigious men’s invitationals in the country, highlighting gymnasts from across the country and abroad. It was renamed in 1999 to honor the life of Brian Babcock, former USA National Champion and Parkettes Men’s Program Director. His love for the sport and support of the children who participate in it will always be remembered. As we enter the year 2024, let’s remember his legacy and pass it on to our gymnasts.
Who Can Participate
All USAG Men’s Competitive Levels 3-10 are invited to participate. The meet will be held in our 32,000 sq. ft. Parkette facility. All competition and warm-up equipment is American Athletic Inc (AAI). Competition floor exercise is Stratum/Palmer Power Spring. You may bring your own board. It must meet USAG regulations.
Awards
Specially designed “Brian Babcock Invitational” plaque will be given to the individual all-around champion, and Individual and All-Around medals will meet or exceed those recommended in the Men’s Development Program rules and policies.
Junior, Senior and Elite Team Cup
The Parkettes is proud to host the Junior, Senior and Elite Team Cup competitions on Friday, and we look forward to an electrifying and competitive evening. Gyms will be able to compete for trophies and cash prizes for their gym. Judges will recognize the most outstanding and most original gymnast and the Austin Zalik Trophy will be presented to the most spirited team.
- Junior Cup members must be 12+ years of age. Level 7 Men’s Development Program rules apply.
- Senior Cup members must be 14-16 years of age. Level 9 Men’s Development Program rules apply.
- Elite Cup members must be 14-18 years of age. Level 10 Men’s Development Program rules will apply.
Each team can be composed of no more than 6 gymnasts with 4 competing per event and the top three scores counting towards the final team score. The entry fee is $300 per team. Gyms may enter as many teams as they wish.
New this year: Gyms with less than the required
3 gymnasts to form a team can still compete in the cup. Email
bbimeetdirector@gmail.com
for more information.
How to Enter
To enter, complete the Online Registration on the
USAG website. This will direct you to MeetMaker where you can verify and submit your payment.
Take advantage of the early bird special. Register and pay by December 1, 2023 for a $15 discount per gymnast registered - $120 for compulsory and $130 for optional. All gymnasts registered by December 1, 2023 will receive a meet t-shirt. After that, a $15 late fee will be assessed and t-shirts are not guaranteed. Please contact the meet director at
bbimeetdirector@gmail.com
with any questions.
Throughout the years, we have received a tremendous response to the Invitational. Entries paid in full will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Secure your team's spot TODAY!
CLICK HERE
for Brian Babcock Memorial Scholarship information.
