Mary Lou Retton defined ‘clutch’ in 1984, writes Amy Bass, not only inspiring generations of gymnasts who followed, building an American dynasty in the process, but also empowering those who simply idolized her as someone who was petite and sparkly but also strong as hell.
Mary Lou Retton defined ‘clutch’ in 1984, writes Amy Bass, not only inspiring generations of gymnasts who followed, building an American dynasty in the process, but also empowering those who simply idolized her as someone who was petite and sparkly but also strong as hell.
Munich 1972 Olympic Games, athletic festival held in Munich that took place August 26–September 11, 1972. The Games were marred by a terrorist attack in which Palestinian militants held members of the Israeli team hostage. The situation ended in numerous deaths.