When she was a child, Maddy Dorbin was reckless. She threw gymnastics skills wherever she was, regardless of the danger, the technique, and the people around her. Always by her side cheering her on and improvising coaching advice, was her brother David.
From a very young age, David—two years her senior—was a major support system for Dorbin. “David and I have always had a competitive relationship, but he is also supportive and helpful,” she said. “[H]e’s taught me numerous life lessons I’ll never forget. For example, he’s helped me be more personable and more comfortable socially.”
Among the most recent advice David’s given Dorbin was guidance about the recruiting process. A freshman high jumper at Western Carolina University, he experienced recruiting first hand, and this summer he was ready to help his little sister commit to her dream school—Florida.
Dorbin’s long journey to Gainesville began in 2020 when she started competing as a level 10. Since then she’s soared to greatness quickly. In 2021, she qualified to her first Nastia Liukin Cup, won the Georgia state and Region 8 all around titles, and tied for gold on floor at her first national championships. The following year, she was crowned national all-around champion.
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