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Sarah Firth

Sarah Firth is a deputy features editor and sports staff writer. She is a senior studying quantitative economics and can be reached at sarah.firth@tufts.edu.

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Gymnastics

The Round-off Roundup: The ‘Yang’ and potential future new skills

By Sarah Firth | March 26

This week, Yang Fanyuwei successfully performed the full-twisting layout Jaeger on uneven bars at the 2025 Antalya World Cup qualifiers, making the skill officially named after her. Suni Lee had also attempted the skill at the Winter Cup but slipped off the bars and, due to not meeting international assignment criteria, focused on making the Olympic team instead. Now that the skill has been named after Yang Fanyuwei, Lee has indicated she may be officially retired.

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Features

Take a tour of Arlington Center

By Sarah Firth | March 13

Even though Arlington borders Somerville, surprisingly few Tufts students visit — but it’s a great place to check out for a change of pace from the usual spots in Medford, Somerville and Cambridge. Arlington Center, just 2 miles from campus, offers great attractions and fantastic food. It’s easy to get there by the 80 bus, which picks up along College Avenue and in front of the Tsungming Tu Complex. You can also walk there in about 40 minutes or enjoy a 15-minute scenic bike ride. Arlington Center is definitely worth the visit, especially as the weather warms up!

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An adventure at Alewife

By Sarah Firth | February 27

Ah, Alewife, the only stop on the Red Line that is outbound for Tufts students, a place you pass through rather than visit. But don’t let that fool you — it’s got a lot to offer, even if it’s not the most glamorous spot on the map.

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The Round-off Roundup: Male gymnasts deserve functionality in their attire too

By Sarah Firth | February 26

Leading up to the USA Gymnastics Winter Cup, Olympic bronze medalist Frederick Richard teased what he called an innovative new uniform for men’s gymnastics. In a video for The Players’ Tribune, he shared his frustrations with the traditional men’s uniform, which consists of a form-fitting top and either loose shorts or long pants, depending on the event. Richard revealed that he had designed a new kit. Despite the uniform not meeting the official requirements, he announced that he would wear it at the Winter Cup, accepting the necessary deduction.

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Sports

The Round-off Roundup: Politics and sports

By Sarah Firth | February 18

This week, the head of Russian national rhythmic gymnastics team, Irina Viner, stepped down and was replaced by Alina Kabaeva. The only person who responded with appropriate shock to this news when I told them was my mother, who did gymnastics in the seventies and eighties. Everyone else was just like, "Huh." So, this column goes out to everyone at the Fletcher School and all the international relations majors.

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Features

A stroll through Ball Square

By Sarah Firth | February 12

Ball Square often gets overshadowed by the larger and busier Davis Square. While the square is best known for its breakfast spots and vibrant nightlife, there’s lots more to discover in the area. Students can easily access Ball Square from Tufts campus by walking past 574 Boston Avenue, or by heading to the traffic circle in Powderhouse Square and walking a short way down Broadway.

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The Round-off Roundup: Life after sports

By Sarah Firth | February 11

When sports come to an end, athletes stand at a crossroads and must decide what comes next. Leaving sports can feel like the end of an era, but for many athletes, it can also be the beginning of a new chapter. Let’s explore the career paths of top gymnasts after their retirement.

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