How star gymnast Simone Biles first got noticed By Mark Berman, FOX 26 Sports Published July 15, 2016 Sports FOX 26 Houston Facebook Twitter Print Email Image 1 of 2 ▼ SPRING, Texas - The world's number one gymnast, Simone Biles, was first noticed by the mother of her long-time coach. Sports Director Mark Berman has their story.