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This year's Island Games were a big success for 16-year-old Bermudian gymnast Kaisey Griffith. During the Games, Griffith competed in nine events and almost came away with a sweep of golds. She topped the podium seven times and also won a silver. In addition she also helped Bermuda win the team gold medal.

What inspired you to do Gymnastics?

At first it started out as an extra curricular activity for me to do after school when I was four, but then I began to enjoy it and took it seriously.

How many times have you competed internationally?

This was my third time. I competed at the Commonwealth Games in Australia in 2006 and at the Island Games in 2007.

How many hours did you practise in preparation for the Island Games?

We started in January and we practised for four days a week. We practised three and a half hours through the week and four hours on Saturday.

What was it like representing Bermuda internationally?

It was a nice feeling. You had many people congratulating on the street.

Are you going to do gymnastics as a career?

Probably not, but I might in University. Right now I am training for the World Championships in London in October.

What other aspirations do you have?

I am planning to study business and accounting next year.

What advice would you give to any young gymnast?

Sometimes it's hard, but you have to push through.

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