Another High Profile Event Books Milwaukee in 2020

USA Gymnastics recently announced the 2020 American Cup, The USA's most prestigious international gymnastics competition will make it's first visit to Milwaukee on Saturday, March 7th, 2020.  The Nastia Liukin Cup will be held the night before for 36 Junior Olympic gymnasts.  "Milwaukee has a strong connection to USA Gymnastics" said Raj Saha, Fiserv Forum general manager.  Two Milwaukee area gymnasts have won American Cup titles, in 2004, Paul Hamm, won the all-around and went on to claim the 2004 Olympic all-around gold.  Chelsie Memmel won the uneven bars title and went on to become the 2005 World-all-around champion, as well as earn the 2008 Olympic team silver medal, according to USA Gymnastics.  This is the first time the all-around World Cup Series has been involved in the Olympic qualification process.   You can read more about the American Cup including ticket prices for the event here.  
Photo of Simone Biles in 2016 Rio American Cup courtesy of USA Gymnastics.