Don’t buy the crocodile tears

So, let’s talk about the latest drama to hit the sports world: MyKayla Skinner’s plea for sympathy after being caught in the crossfire of her feud with Simone Biles. Now, we all love a good drama, but this one is giving us major eye rolls.

Skinner, the former gymnast who seems to have a penchant for throwing shade at the current US women’s gymnastics team, has found herself on the receiving end of some backlash after Biles clapped back at her pre-Olympic digs. In a surprising turn of events, Skinner has now taken to social media, claiming to be a victim of cyberbullying and death threats.

Girl, please!

The Art of Gaslighting

Let’s be clear: cyberbullying is never okay. It’s a serious issue that can have devastating consequences. But let’s not confuse genuine victims with those who are simply reaping what they sow. Skinner’s public crocodile tears are a prime example of gaslighting.

She’s trying to shift the narrative from being the one who threw the first stone to the innocent party being unfairly targeted. It’s a classic tactic, and it’s as old as time. But we’re not buying it.

icymi: mykayla wants simone to ask people to stop leaving her hate pic.twitter.com/g6ITLvsc8Z

— SUNI LEE 2X OLYMPIC CHAMPION (@jordynsleftbrow) August 6, 2024

Karma’s a Bitch

Skinner’s original comments about the current team were unnecessary and disrespectful. She had her chance to shine, and now she’s bitter because others are getting their moment. This isn’t about hating on her for not making the team; it’s about calling out her poor sportsmanship.

It’s easy to play the victim when you’re facing the consequences of your actions. But let’s be real, Skinner brought this on herself. She should have kept her opinions to herself or, at the very least, expressed them privately.

The Importance of Accountability

We need to hold people accountable for their words and actions. Just because someone is a public figure doesn’t mean they’re immune to criticism. And while cyberbullying is a serious issue, it’s important to differentiate between genuine victims and those who are simply facing the consequences of their own behavior.

It’s time to stop coddling people and start expecting them to take responsibility for their actions. If you’re going to throw stones, be prepared to get hit back.

While we condemn cyberbullying in all its forms, we also believe in the power of accountability. MyKayla Skinner’s plea for sympathy is a desperate attempt to shift the blame and avoid taking responsibility for her actions. It’s time to call it out for what it is: a publicity stunt.

Let’s focus our energy on supporting athletes who uplift and inspire, rather than those who engage in petty drama.