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  1. deveaus Says:

    Sam, we are so proud of you!!! Did you ever think you would be on the road to Beijing in 2008? You have worked hard and you deserve the best!! Keep up the good work!

    K. Carpenter

  2. Karissa Says:

    Sam, good luck at the trials and your way to Beijing!! You work so hard in the gym, and deserve the very best!! We all look up to you, and are all behind you!!!

  3. Mom of two fans.... Says:

    Your accomplishments in the gym are amazing but what I want to thank you for is your smile. My girls, only 6 & 8 (level 4, Tops and Tiny tumblers) are always watching you…….they see you work hard, fall hard and, most of all, see you do it all with a smile on your face. The outward attitude you display is a wonderful thing for our daughters to witness. Of course your skills amaze us all, but what really makes you special is the hugs you give to the younger girls who idolize you, the smile you have while training and the obvious love you have for the sport. You are a role model for who you are….not just what you can do !! Best of luck in the upcoming months. We will be there to cheer you on in Philly !!!

  4. Herminia Lourenco Says:

    Sam, watching you is something amazing! As a mom I feel so proud that my daughter can be around a girl like you. Your attitude, your smile is something that will help so many girls in their future. I wish you the best luck!!! And no matter what you are a Champion girl!!!!!!

  5. Lea Lowry Says:

    Sam, rock on!!! We’re in this with you and your family every step of the way. Lea

  6. Mom of 3 fans Says:

    Sam, As a mom of 3 young Deveau’s gymnasts, I would like to reiterate what another mom expressed–my girls idolize you! You are a phenomenal gymnast with an incredible work ethic. Your perseverance and incredible gymnastics skills are amazing, but it is perhaps even more amazing that despite your fame, you still take time out to make the little girls feel special. My 7 year old daughter, Anna (TOPS, level 4), loves you and wants to be just like you. She has a framed picture of you and her together on her dresser, and your signed poster on her wall. I was amazed during Deveau’s picture day when you took time out of your practice for individual pictures with each member of the Deveau’s SHOW team. I know that you already knew Anna from TOPS, but you had never met the other team members, including Anna’s 2 sisters. You made the girls feel so special and important by taking time for them and asking them about their group! We wish you continued success on your road to Beijing. We are so proud to have a champion like you at our very own gym!

  7. katie Says:

    Samatha i go to deveaus to!I’m your number 1 fan!Good luck!

  8. Heather, Hailey and Grant Says:

    We watched you practice today and it took my breath away. Your commitment is as amazing as your skills. WOW! My children and I feel honored to be so near to such a quality gymnast and person. All the best!!

  9. The Atwood's Says:

    We want to wish GOOD LUCK, not just this summer, but in everything you do from here on out!!! You are a Great role model for all the kids and adults!!! Your smile and determination motivates all of us to be better! Best wishes, ALWAYS!!!!!!!!

  10. Deveau's Dad Says:

    GOOD LUCK SAM! I am a proud dad of two Deveau’s kids. My daughter and I were at the airport when you returned from the world championships. You are hero! The prized picture on the wall of her room is one of her giving you a hug when you arrived at the airport. It is truly amazing what you can do in gymnastics. It is equally amazing how you inspire all those around you to accomplish more than they ever thought they could.

    My son is 6 and thinks it is soooo cool that he sees the “TV girl” at the gym. Good luck Sam (and HAVE FUN!). We are all proud of you

  11. Kristen and Leslie Schuh Says:

    Good luck, Sam! We’re so happy for you that all your hard work is paying off! Kristen (level 4) is so excited that she gets to watch you practice and compete on TV. You’ve inspired her and all of the other girls to work hard and go for their dreams. Cheers!!

  12. Deveau's Mom Says:

    Good luck! You are a great inspiration for all the girls! We are proud of you.

  13. Steve and Jillian Hulbert Says:

    Sam,

    I know Jillian (Jilly Bean, Level 4) looks up to you tremendously. Our family has been following your successes for several years now. We always are excited to see you compete on TV and are really proud to be associated in some small way with an world class athlete. I remember Jillian being so excited that you said Hi to her one time. That was all she talked about for days. Good Luck on the road to Beijing. We know you will do great! Can’t wait to see you there!

  14. Rene Harrison Says:

    Sam,
    Thank you for the example you set for the younger girls. You not only show them how to be gracious in success, you show them how to persevere through difficult times.
    I have watched you at the gym many times. I have seen you nail it, fall, cry and then nail it again. What a gift you give the young ones! I cannot tell you how many times I have used you as an example with my daughter. “Does Sam fall sometimes? Isn’t she still really terrific? Does she quit?”
    We will be watching and cheering for you. You will represent our country well. You are already a champion.

  15. Vicki Doyle Says:

    You go girl!!! We are all so very proud of your efforts and successes. What a wonderful example you are for our young girls. It’s a joy to be able to watch you work out alongside the girls. You rock!!!

  16. Carissa Ackermann & family Says:

    Sam,
    It is such a joy to watch you, at the gym and now on TV! You are an amazing gymnast and we admire your strength, power & grace. Best of luck in the coming months, we will be watching and cheering. Don’t forget to enjoy every moment of this incredible opportunity and keep smiling!

  17. PeeWee Says:

    Hey Sammi,

    I love to watch you at the gym!!! You are such and inspiration to people and I hope you know that!!! Good luck to you and remember just do you best and have fun!!! LYLAS!!!

    PeeWee

  18. Madeleine Says:

    Good luck Sam! I hope that you reach the Olympics. I’m rooting for you to be on the Olympic team.

  19. Carmen Says:

    Hey Sam! You worked hours in the gym and worked very hard. You deserve to go to Beijing!

  20. Carmen Says:

    GOOD LUCK! You work very hard in the gym. You deserve to go to Beijing!

  21. Sophie Says:

    GOOD LUCK SAM! You have worked very very hard on all the events in the gym. You should go to Beijing!

  22. Jordyn Says:

    Sam,
    I love to see you at the Gym, you work so hard I hope you get to the Olympics. You are very special and I will be cheering for you.
    From Jord’s parents, Sam, the best of luck to you. You are such a well rounded person, Kudos on all your past and future successes. Your always delightful when encountered both inside and outside of the Gym, a sparkling smile and personality to boot. We cannot wait to watch you in China!!! You go girl.

  23. Mitch Says:

    Sam,
    What a hard worker and persistant person! I am sure it is difficult to go to school, travel all over the World, work out every day, and be so normal at the gym. You’re such a great gymnast and a great person! How lucky I am to be able just to say hi to you every once in a while at the gym- that’s how I feel! I wish you all the best!!

  24. anton and alec Says:

    Sam,
    good luck in bejing! Have fun, stay safe, and have a great meet. we wish you the best of luck!

  25. Mom of three fans Says:

    Sam -
    I’ve followed your path for several years and am so excited for you! My children have all see you around the gym, and to say they’re in awe is an understatement. As others have mentioned, you are more than just an outstanding athlete! You are a true embodiment of the Olympic spirit.

    I consider it such an honor to have my children exposed, first hand, to such a well rounded athlete and gracious competitor. Thank you!!!

    I wish you continued success along your road to Beijing! We’ll be rooting for you!

  26. Zhu Mei-Lin Etchison Says:

    Sam,

    Hello, my name Melissa Etchison. I am Mei-Lin’s mom. Mei-Lin is 4 years old and attends twice a week at Deveaus in Miss Kim’s class. She loves to watch you practice. We are the mother daughter team that apprears to stalk you when you are practicing :) You are a role model for her. She tells me that she is going to the Olympics as well. Good Luck to you. We are with you in spirit!

    Zhu Mei-Lin and coach mom

  27. nicholas guy Says:

    Dear Samantha,
    I hope you do well at the meet. I’m happy to see you on a regular basis at gymnastics. You make us all proud to be Deveau’s team members! Best of luck to you!

  28. Jake & Max Says:

    Sam,
    My Mom said your going to be in a Big Meet on TV. I told her her, “I have a medal already!” (for climbing the rope). She said your medal would be real. I said, “Oh wow she could bring it to the video store and buy all the games.” So I hope you have a great time. Maybe you should spike your hair for good luck! Your boyfriends, Jake & Mac Daddy

  29. Rachel Carr Says:

    Hey Sammy,
    I just want to say good luck in Beijing! I know you will do AMAZING! Just remember to have fun, work hard, and do your best! That is all that matters! You have been working so hard and I know you are ready for this meet!Again good luck! LYLAS!
    Rachel Carr

  30. Nicole Langevin Says:

    Hi Sammy!!!!!!! I wish you the best of luck in Beijing!!!!! You are an incredible gymnast, and you are my idol!! Do your best and most of all have fun!!!! Lylas!!!!

    Nicole Langevin
    P.S. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!

  31. Mrs. Collignon Says:

    Good Luck Sam!!! We are so proud of you! I know you will be on your way to Beijing!!! You are such a great girl in so many ways! Enjoy the ride! You deserve it all!

  32. Emily Says:

    Sam, I wanted to tell you good luck and that I hope you continue to do well. Don’t forget that you have a lot of people supporting you and a lot of fans.
    Good luck.
    Emily Hrenchir

  33. Melissa Tinsley Says:

    Samantha,

    Good luck in Beijing. We are all supporting you 100%. We send our prayers. Have fun. You are everyones role model.

    xoxo,
    Melissa Tinsley and Family

  34. CHS CLASSMATE Says:

    Sam,

    we only had one class together this year but u are such a sweetheart. You are incredible at what you do and you have remained so real.
    Good luck! i have no doubt that the spot on the U.S Olympic team is yours!
    We’re all rooting for you.

  35. Karen Ehrman Says:

    Sam, Goodluck at Olympic Trials. We are so excited to be there to watch you and cheer for you. You are really an amazing talent and even a better person. Have fun.

    Rachel and Mrs Ehrman

  36. Paula Meyer Says:

    Good Luck Samantha. All of us from Cathedral High School are behind you all the way.
    GO IRISH….GO USA!!!

  37. Betsy Anton Says:

    Hi Sam! I am a big fan of yours and I live in Indy too! I have loved your gymnastics from when I first saw you as a junior. Your hard work and dedication, as well as your constant smile is something to be truly proud of!

    Indianapolis (your gym, school and whole city) has got your back, girl! I know you’ll make all of us here in the circle city proud at the Olympics! I hope all of your dreams come true because you deserve it!

    Best wishes!
    Betsy Anton :)

  38. Stefania from Italy Says:

    Hi Sam!!!I love your gymnastics…I just want to let you know that even someone in Italy is watching you!Good luck!You are great!

    ps. I saw you in Jesolo…

  39. Antoinette Burford Says:

    Goodluck at camp. I have been following your story for the past year. I graduated from Cathedral in 1988 and my husband is a St. Simon graduate 1982. You are wonderful example for Catholic Youth. Good Luck

  40. Cathedral High School Says:

    Sam:
    We’re so proud of you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family — we’re behind you all the way. Go Irish! Go USA!
    The Cathedral High School family

  41. Marco Caress, Patty Edwards, Marika Edwards Says:

    Samantha,

    Good Luck! Have fun and remember all of Cathedral’s prayers are with you. Tell your dad Marco says hi!

    Marco, Marika and Mrs. Edwards

  42. Lisa Hastings-Smith Says:

    Go Sam! We’re all cheering you on at CHS! I’m sure your hard work is going to pay off and we’ll be gleefully welcoming an Olympian back to Cathedral in the fall. Enjoy the experience.

    Mrs. H-S

  43. Kathy Pivonka Says:

    Best of luck Sam!!! You have made all of Cathedral very proud.

    Mrs. Pivonka, College Advisor

  44. Mrs. Casey Says:

    Sam,
    Good Luck in the next few weeks I can’t wait to see your smile when you come back to CHS. My prayers are with you, I am so proud of you, GO IRISH!!! I hope you and your family have a great time together.

    Mrs. Casey

  45. Ms. Dye Says:

    Sam, It has been fun watching you perform. Good luck on the road to Bejing!! I will be keeping you in my prayers and can’t wait to see you and the rest of Team USA compete in the Olympics! Go Irish!
    Peace,
    Ms. Dye
    Go Irish! Go Sam! Go Team USA!

  46. Mr. Vollmer Says:

    Samantha, I’m sorry my family was unable to take part in your fundraiser at Outback. I’m very proud of you and your accomplishments. You are a great example of the pursuit of excellence that Cathedral espouses. We are all proud of what you have done, how you have represented the school, and the character and spirit you have demonstrated. Health, happiness, and success always to you.

    Mr. Vollmer.

  47. Sister Mary Sue Says:

    Sam, we have been anxiously watching you, waiting for the announcement, and PRAYING at the monastery. Yesterday all the sisters kept asking if I had heard yet!! And this morning, everyone read the sports page first (yes, even before morning prayer!). We are so excited for you and will be following the Olympics avidly. The last time I saw you on TV, you were so confident and graceful and, I think, grace-filled. You are beautiful to watch as you sail through your difficult routines. God be with you and your team-mates on your journey. You have found the rainbow which I hope sits in a pot of gold!

    All of the Sisters here at my monastery send you greetings and prayers!
    May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Sister Mary Sue

  48. The Behringer Family Says:

    Sam,

    Incredible!!!!!
    We are soooooooooooooooooooo pleased that you have earned a position on the team!!!!! It has been so much fun watching and cheering for you. Now, you have given us the gift of being able to watch you compete in the Olympics!!!! Wow! Thanks for that gift, and know that we will be praying for you and cheering (OK screaming) for you as you and your teammates win the gold!

    Peace, Hope and Prayers,

    Mr. & Mrs. Behringer and family

  49. Mrs. Allison Holman Says:

    Sam,

    Congratulations! I knew all along that we would be watching you compete in this summer’s Olympic Games. I am so proud of you and cannot wait to watch you shine! Best of luck to you and the rest of the team. We will be watching, praying, and cheering you on every step of the way. Go get em!

    The Holman Family

  50. Bill Mills Says:

    Sam, We all at Fionn MacCool’s Irish Pub will be routing for you and your team members. We all have our white wrist bands on and will be supporting you 6,748 miles away. We look forward hosting your welcome home party when you return to Indiana.

  51. Ash Lee Talley Says:

    Sam,
    Congratulation!!! I know I dont know you, but it is always good to see a fellow CHS IRISH doing something as exciting as participating in the Olympic Games!! I wish you the best of luck.

    Ash Lee Talley ‘05

  52. Madeline K. Says:

    Sam, you’re the absolute BEST!!! I’m so so so so sooooooo glad you made the team! When you come back I want to see your medals!

    Madeline King (DeVeau’s, level 4)

  53. The Sheingold family Says:

    Sam,

    Congratulations on making the team! My family and I will be cheering for you and the rest of the USA at the Olympics! Have a great time and enjoy everything in China. All of us at Cathedral are very proud of you!

    Adam Sheingold (Cathedral ‘10) and family

  54. Susan Becker and family Says:

    Congratulations, we wish you the best. Enjoy your time in China. We will be watching!!!

  55. Emma Preuschl Says:

    Sam,

    As a fellow olympian I would like to wish you the best of luck in training and competition while you are in China and when you return from China. I will also be traveling to China to compete in the Paralympics. Any traveling advice you can offer would be very helpful!

    Hats off to you!
    Emma Preuschl

  56. Cathedral Grad '93 Says:

    Irish wishes to you from a former Cathedral grad. I’m glad my family will have someone to watch during the Olympic games. Good luck to you and the team!

  57. Sherri Kennedy Says:

    Congratulations and best wishes!!
    my daughter is an incoming freshman and I don’t even know you, but I don’t think that it matters when you want to encourage someone.
    I’m sure you will do your best , the accomplishment to make it to the OLYMPICS let’s me know that….best wishes to the entire team.

  58. Lori Williamson - class of 82 Says:

    Congratulations Sam! Cathedral has always given me many reasons to be proud of her, and you have just added another one. Good luck in China!

  59. Denise and Nuttie Williams Says:

    Best of luck and know that all of us in Indiana are wishing you a day like any other…..where you are confident, strong, graceful, powerful, courageous, humble and amazing!!!!! We love you Sam and all that you bring to our gym!! You are truely an example to all young people!! Congratulations on all your achievements and all those that come your way in life….as you will have many! That’s just who you are. Good luck–Denise and Megan Williams

  60. Kelsey Kreutzinger '11 Says:

    hey sam! i just wanted to wish u luck and that my whole famly is wishing u well.
    see u when u come home to cathedral

    GOOD LUCK

  61. Miranda Ford Says:

    Sam-

    I’m a Cathedral grad, and I would just like to say that I am so proud of and excited for you! Congratulations and Good Luck!!! Go Irish!!!! Go USA!!!

  62. Emily,Alexis and Abby Cohen Says:

    Sam,

    When we arrived in Indy, we went to Deveaus to watch the team practice and we were amazed(maybe star stuck) to see you training just like all the girls. You are truly a great kid and we are proud to say we have crossed paths with you. You have given the Cohens a new level of excitment to watching the olympics.

    Go Team USA!!!!!

  63. Grace Says:

    Sam hope your ankle feels better !!!! p.s u were great on bars!!! <333

  64. SONIA PADILLA Says:

    Congrats on making it to the olympics!!! My mom mentioned you today over the phone, she is the owner of Alex’s Tailor Shop in Indy where you have gone for alterations. She said she was very impressed with all the things you have acomplished and she is waiting for you to bring back and show her your gold medal!!! Hope your ankle gets better ASAP! GO FOR THE GOLD SAM!!!

  65. Emily Shady Says:

    Sam,

    Sorry about your ankle! We love and support you no matter what! Go Team USA!!

  66. amanda Says:

    GO FOR IT GIRL!!! I was born in greenfield and was a gymnest for 10 years. i was just 6-7 years old. GO FOR THE GOLD!! I hope the ankle feels better!!! GOOD LUCK!!! GO SAM!!!!

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