A parent asked me something I can't answer. Who should handle it?
Rule- USA
- USA Gymnastics
- Women's Program
- Sanctioned meets
- Development Program and Xcel
- Gymnasts aged 4+
- 2026-27 Rules & Policies
- 2026-27 season
- Volunteers
It depends on the question:
| Question about | Who handles it |
|---|---|
| A score, judging or a deduction | The gymnast's coach. Only coaches can submit a score inquiry (within 5 minutes of the squad finishing the event) or request a video review. Coaches are required to tell gymnasts and parents to bring concerns to them, and may not approach judges directly |
| Apparatus, the schedule, rotations or meet setup | Meet Director or Meet Referee |
| Spectator behavior, seating, removing someone | Meet Director, who may ask people causing problems to leave |
| A possible injury or medical issue | Meet medical staff, if present, and the Meet Director |
| Possible abuse or an athlete in danger | Local authorities, plus a Safety and Response Report to USA Gymnastics or the U.S. Center for SafeSport |
Don't pass questions to the judges. They must stay at their event and avoid conversation during the competition.
Added 21 Oct 2026