Cecile Landi, the former Olympic gymnast and renowned coach, has recently expressed her gratitude for a thoughtful and sentimental gift from Simone Biles’ parents. The gift, a personalized jacket featuring the World Champions Centre logo, holds significant meaning for Landi as she transitions to her new role as co-head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs gymnastics team.
The World Champions Centre, owned by Simone Biles’ parents, Ronald and Nellie Biles, has played a crucial role in Landi’s career. It was at this training facility where Landi coached Biles, guiding her to unprecedented heights in the world of gymnastics. The jacket, therefore, serves as a tangible reminder of her time at the center and her connection to the Biles family.
Landi shared her appreciation for the gift on social media, expressing her gratitude for the support and encouragement she has received from the Biles family. Her post also highlighted the end of an era, as she transitions from her role at the World Champions Centre to her new position at the University of Georgia.
While Landi’s departure from the World Champions Centre marks the end of a chapter in her career, it’s clear that her connection to the Biles family and the gymnastics community will continue to be a source of inspiration and support. The personalized jacket from Simone’s parents is a symbol of this enduring bond and a testament to the positive impact Landi has had on the lives of her athletes.