A new leader emerges?

A great smile the masks the facade of a fierce competitor... this Olympics Jonathan has jumped from a supporting role under the leadership of the Hamm twins, to taking the front and center position following their premature exit from the games.

And yes, following in the tradition of his predecessors Blaine Wilson and Paul Hamm, Jonathan holds his own in the looks category and as the team's powerhouse performer.

Just Beautiful...

The American team was pretty much counted out this year on account of the last minute changes and somewhat lack of predictable leadership. The fact that they managed a bronze given the circumstances in which they entered the games only makes one wonder how things might've been minus all the injuries.

Nevertheless a champion was indeed born... congrats Jonathan on a well deserved silver ... Personally I think it should've been gold, but that chapter's already closed. Jonathan will in all likelihood be leading the US team four years from now in London... I think it's safe to say, the prospects for success are already looking really good .