The 2016 US Olympic Gymnastics Team also known as the "Final Five" consists of Aly Raisman, Simone Biles, Laurie Hernandez, Madison Kocian and Gabby Douglas. These ladies are an inspiration and are so important, especially in this day in age. Here's why.
1. They're a diverse team.
The team is not one religion or nationality representing the diversity of the United States. A Latina, a Catholic, a Jewish woman and two African Americans grace the team.
2. They Inspire Young Girls
Little girls seeing the gymnasts that look like them, inspire them to go follow their dreams and be like them.
3. They Made History
In the women's team all around, the Final Five made history by taking home gold with a 8.2 point victory over Russia. In the past, the point victory has never been over 1.5 points. Also, they are the first American team to win back to back gold medals at the Olympics, following the Fierce Five at the London Games in 2012.
4. They're Just Like Us
After the Final Five's historic win, Taylor Swift took to Twitter to congratulate them. Captain Aly Raisman replied stating how she loves Swift's song 22 and that they should go shopping next time she's in Boston. Even though they're Olympic Champions, it's nice to see that they fangirl like the rest of us.
