Alyssa Heaberlin

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Plan to attend Wright State University and major in Sports Medicine.

Instrumental To Your Journey : All of my coaches throughout my years as a gymnast and all of my teammates.

Gym: Fliptastic! Gymnastics

Alexia Bowser

Years In Gymnastics : 11

Future Plans : Alexia plans to attend Sinclair Community College and major in fire/emergency care.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Kim and Coach Erika and the rest of the Quest Team Staff

Quest Gymnastics & Extreme Sports Center: Lex is an athlete that came to us after her gymnastics career had begun. We watched her blossom and soar in our program! Lex is such a consistent gymnast and even though quiet a strong leader by example. Lex is such a hard worker and is kind to every team member in our gym. We can't wait to see you continue to shine after gymnastics and watch you succeed in everything you do! We are so proud of you Lex! -Quest Gymnastics Team Staff

Ella Eichenberg

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : To pursue a degree in Physics.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Jessie and Coach Ashley

Greater Toledo YMCA: Ella is a great leader for our team. She is very level headed, and a great decision maker. She has worked very hard this year to come back after a devastating shoulder injury took her fall training away from her. Ella will be greatly missed by the coaches and her teammates!! Congrats Ella!

Emily Noga

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : Emily plans to major in Math or Actuarial Science. She is undecided on what college she’ll attend, but she would like to attend a prestigious out-of-state university.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Melissa

All-Around Gymnastics Academy: Emily is an Xcel Sapphire athlete. She was the Xcel Platinum Region 5 Bars and All-Around Champion in 2023 and has also been a District and Regional Qualifier for Pole Vault with Mentor High School. Emily is also an instructor at AAGA.

Isabelle Mezquita

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Plan to attend The Ohio State University and major in Exercise Science/Pre-Physical Therapy.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Carol and Coach Sean

Gym: Fliptastic! Gymnastics

Mackenzie Thomas

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : Currently, Mackenzie is undecided about where to start her college career. She plans to study environmental science; her goal is to become an ecologist.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Parents and Coach Melissa

All-Around Gymnastics Academy: Mackenzie is an Xcel Sapphire athlete. Mackenzie has also been an instructor at AAGA for the past two years. In her time away from the gym, she enjoys drawing. She was the Xcel Platinum Regional Vault Champion in 2023.

Cooper Dishon

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : I am in apprenticeship to become an Electrician. I will be taking over my family's electrical company.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My best friend Josiah Bailey

Mid Ohio Gymnastics: Cooper is a very determined athlete! He made a committment to stay in the sport and see it through and he did just that! He is a role model to the young boys on our team! He will truly be missed!

Bre Davenport

Years In Gymnastics : 13 years

Future Plans : UK for Sports Management

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her mom

Perfection Gymnastics: Bre is an incredible gymnast but more importantly an incredible person. We love coaching Bre and we’re excited to see what her future holds.

Samantha Bernhard

Years In Gymnastics : 15 years

Future Plans : Miami University for undergrad of kinesiology and then attend University of Kentucky for Grad school to later become a athletic trainer.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coaches, teammates and parents

Exceleration Gymnastics Center: Proud doesn't even begin to cover it! We are all inspired by your ability to rise above and achieve greatness! We cannot wait to see what you do in this next chapter!

Mia Dunlap

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Bowling Green State University

Instrumental To Your Journey : Mom - Kim Dunlap

Gym: Flytz USA Gymnastics

Addyson Haney

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : I will be attending Auburn to study psychology.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Livy and Jeanette

Performance Gymnastics: Addyson “Victor” Haney is an incredible athlete and person. She took a 3 year break from competing and decided to comeback her senior year. The effort, dedication, motivation and drive she had to do this was truly incredible to watch. She inspired me personally and still is daily with her workout routine…iykyk. We love you and are so proud of you, Addy!

Kaitlyn Trzaska

Years In Gymnastics : 9 year

Future Plans : Attend college and study something in the medical field

Instrumental To Your Journey : All my supportive teammates

Five-Star Gymnastics: Kaitlyn has been an incredible leader and teammate in the gym over the past nine years. Her support, dedication, and positivity have left a lasting impact on our program. We know she will carry the skills she’s developed here into her future endeavors and find great success in whatever she chooses to pursue. She will be greatly missed!

Emma Roberts

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : To attend college and do Gymnastics in College.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My Mom and Coach Michelle

All Starz Gymnastics: Emma is a hard working talented gymnast that has grown into an awesome human.

Emily Gromek

Future Plans : Undecided on college - major: Biomedical Engineering

Instrumental To Your Journey : All of Emily's coaches in club and high school gymnastics played a role in her success. Her family for bringing her to practices and supporting her throughout her career.

Gymnastics World Twinsburg: From preschool classes to Level 9 and everything in between, Emily Gromek’s journey in gymnastics reflects years of dedication and heart. She balances more than 20 hours a week of club training with a full high school season and has risen to become a three-time high school state champion, USAG vault champion, and three-time regional qualifier. Through injuries and strong comebacks, she has consistently shown resilience and determination under pressure.

In the classroom, Emily brings that same discipline, earning a 4.632 GPA while taking rigorous courses and staying actively involved at school. Her humility, work ethic, and commitment to both club and high school gymnastics make her accomplishments even more impressive.

Addison Sarisky

Years In Gymnastics : 15 years

Future Plans : University of Alabama

Instrumental To Your Journey : My parents, coaches, and teammates have been there for me and ultimately formed me in the athlete I am today.

Gym: Olympic Dreams Gymnastics

Maggie Evans

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Maggie is committed to the University of Akron to study Environmental Science and Polymer Science

Rising Stars Gymnastics: Maggie has been involved in gymnastics since she was 3 years old. Through thick and thin, Maggie has always put 100% into everything she does. Through confidence, perseverance, strength, and willpower, she has been able to reach her goals within the sport. Maggie is an encouraging and uplifting teammate at both practice and competitions. From all your teammates and coaches, we wish you the best, and can’t wait to see what life has in store for you.

Riley Sheppard

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Eastern Michigan University continuing her Gymnastics career on an Academic and Athletic Scholarship.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Jenny Borda

Universal Gymnasts Inc: Riley is a very dedicated gymnast who has grown into a very strong leader. She is looking forward to continuing gymnastics at the collegiate level at Eastern Michigan University. She plans to major in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology.

Sami Sutkowski

Years In Gymnastics : 8

Future Plans : Animal science and pre-vet at Ohio State

Instrumental To Your Journey : Mom

Five-star Gymnastics: Sami is a very kind, intelligent, and hardworking gymnast who truly never gives up. She leads by example with her determination and positive attitude, and she is always there to support and encourage her teammates. We are so proud of the gymnast and teammate she has become, and we wish her nothing but the very best in all that she does.

Bailee Norris

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : Eastern Michigan University to do gymnastics and study biology

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom

Gym: Flytz Gymnastics

Ella Grose

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : Attending Ashland University to double major in Psychology and Toxicology

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom

Gym: KP Gymnastics

Callie Lynch

Years In Gymnastics : 8

Future Plans : I am currently in flight school obtaining my license to become a private and commercial pilot!

Instrumental To Your Journey : My parents and my coach!

Mid Ohio Gymnastics: Callie is a very hard working athlete! She helps coach the lower level kids in our gym and they just love it! She has been an asset to our program! We look forward to seeing her shine her light in the world!

Kalliopie Snider

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : I will be continuing my gymnastics journey on the team at Winona State University while pursuing a business degree.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My parents, sister, Coach Dick, and all the coaches I’ve have throughout my career.

Hocking Valley Gymnastics Center: We have been extremely lucky to have Kallie be a part of our program. Her ability to rise to the occasion has allowed her to see much success in her gymnastics career. She can perform when it counts and has seen great success from this ability. She has been a State Champion, Regional Qualifier, and a Level 9 National Qualifer. She was Beam runner up at Nationals, and has had great success in winning countless invitationals. Her quiet consistency has allowed her to continue to improve to the wonderful person and athlete that is here today. Her ability to shake off a bad day and come in the next and give it her all not only makes her a great athlete, but a wonderful person. Kallie's hard work and talent has been great to work with and has insipired countless girls at our gym. Her achievements and personality is an inspiration to all who are around her. Kallie's impact on our team has allowed everyone to pursue ambitious goals and strive for great success both in the gym and out of the gym. We are all truly proud of how she represents our gym and herself when she competes and when she will compete in college next year. Everyone in the entire gym will miss her when she leaves for college.

Sophia Uddin

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : University of Wisconsin-Stout

Instrumental To Your Journey : Parents and Coaches

Tops Gymnastics: What can I say about Sophia… she is a great team leader, an amazing friend to her teammates and one of the hardest working athletes I have ever had the pleasure of coaching. She will be missed by all as she continues her gymnastics journey at UW Stout.

Rachel Wasburn-Moses

Years In Gymnastics : 9

Future Plans : Plans to attend college to study Physical Therapy

Rising Stars Gymnastics: Rachel has been a part of RSG for many years now. She has become an amazing role model in the gym, and a great “big sis” to her “little sisters”. Rachel has had tremendous growth within her skills and routines. She has made many improvements and reached many goals throughout the years. Rachel has made a great impact on RSG, and for years moving forward, “footloose” will continue to be called “Rachel’s song” at the gym. From your coaches, teammates, and class kids who look up to you, we want to wish you best for your next steps in life. Congratulations Rachel!

Khloei Steen

Years In Gymnastics : 10

Future Plans : Coaching and finishing my degree.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Dick, my mom and my dad

Hocking Valley Gymnastics Center: Khloei is an outstanding leader for our gym. Her passion for gymnastics has been truly inspiring to her coaches and her teammates. She is always willing to help her teammates out and take the lead when needed. Not only is Khloei a wonderful leader in the gym, but an outstanding gymnast as well. Khloei has faced many injuries during her career as a gymnast, but has never let that stop her from coming into the gym and doing what she can to continue improving. Many of her injuries would have let a normal person give up, but not Khloei. She displays the heart of a champion and her desire to improve and dedication to her goals has allowed her to become an wonderful level 10 gymnast, but more importantly a wonderful human being. Her leadership of the team has helped our gym continue its success and growth. Khloei's passion for gymnastics is something that is unparalleled and admirable.

Lily Schalmo

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : Iona University to study Pre-med and compete on the acro and tumbling team.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Mom

Gym: Flytz USA Gymnastics

Gabrielle Baxter

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : Study Pre-Medicine at the University of Dayton

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom, dad, and Chloe

Infinity Gymnastics: Gabrielle has become a determined gymnast that has really shown her heart these high school years! She is coaching our younger athletes and being a leader in the gym! Her hard work in school and the gym shows! She is a beautiful gymnast and person and she will be missed!

Ava Cavelli

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : Attend college (undecided) and major in Exercise Science.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her Coaches

Lake Erie Gymnastics: Ava is an extremely hard worker and a true joy to coach! Her positive energy and perseverance throughout the years have made her a great leader and teammate. She has been a member of our program for almost 10 years and also competes for West Geauga High School. Her fun, hard working presence will be greatly missed from our program next year!

Cadence Paschal

Years In Gymnastics : 10

Future Plans : Cadence plans to continue coaching and attend art college.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Alexis

Quest Gymnastics & Extreme Sports Center: Cadence is an athlete who came to us after her gymnastics career had begun. We watched her gain confidence in herself and soar! Cadence is funny and kind to everyone she encounters. Cadence coaches classes here at Quest and we are so excited to see her grow in her coaching after she graduates. Keep chasing your dreams! We are so proud of you Cadence! -Quest Gymnastics Team Staff

Lilliana Sylvester

Years In Gymnastics : 9

Future Plans : Lilliana plans to attend a 4-year university majoring in nursing and cheering in college.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her parents, Coach Kim, and Coach Erika

Quest Gymnastics & Extreme Sports Center: Lilliana started competitive gymnastics later than most but flew through the levels with her talent. Her floor routines are always big hits! She is so fun to coach and brings an energy level to the gym that is unmatched. Her sarcasm and humor always puts everyone laughing! The gym will not be the same without her! We are so proud of you Lilliana and the leadership you have brought to our program! We can't wait to see all you accomplish! -Quest Gymnastics Team Staff

Virginia Fleming

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : I plan on going to The Ohio State University to major in radiologic sciences to become an ultrasound technician.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My coaches and teammates

Gymnastics of Ohio: Virginia is a hard working, intelligent, young woman. She always gives it to her all & is an outstanding role model to all her teammates. She will truly be missed in the gym.

Sophia Banky

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Committed to University of North Carolina to further her gymnastics career and education.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her parents and all the coaches she's had throughout the years.

Gym: Buckeye Gymnastics

Jensen Koch

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : I plan on going to college to become a pharmacist on an accelerated pathway.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Katy- She helped me fall in love with gymnastics and build my gymnastics foundation.

Hocking Valley Gymnastics Center: Jensen is an extremely hard worker and has an imense amount of talent for Gymnastics. She is very smart and funny and has had a tremendous amount of success with gymnastics. She has been State Champion, Regional Champion, and Level 9 National Qualifier Alternate. She has had many setbacks which would make any person shift their goals or focus, but she stayed true to her passion and has overcome these setbacks with grace and determination. Jensen's ability to continue to pursue her goals in the face of adversity is a testament to her character and is a true inspiration to everyone at our gym. She will be greatly missed in the gym. Jensen's heart is true and she is an inspiration to everyone to be a better person and to never wavier from your goals.

Emma Rohdy

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : Emma plans to attend college to study exercise science and also be a part of the Disney college program.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Jo and Coach Kellye for helping me get through tough times and telling me that it's okay to take a break when your body and mind need it! And the friends and family I made along the way!

Defiance YMCA Gymstars: Emma has been a member of our team for many years. It has been a blessing to watch her grow not only in age and skill, but also in her personality and confidence. She brightens any room she enters with her smile, laughter, and positivity. Emma is an excellent teammate, as well as a coach. She works hard to create an accepting environment to build others' confidence and joy in what they do. Her love and passion for the sport of gymnastics is transparent and helps remind others of what it means to truly love what you do. Thank you Emma for sharing so much of your heart and your life with the Gymstars. You have left your mark on your teammates, coaches, and our program and we thank you for all that you have helped us learn and shared with us. We wish you the best of luck in your future and can't wait to see all that you accomplish! Your positivity, joy, and confidence will take you far!

Rani Nigam

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Rani is currently uncommitted. She plans to attend college to study kinesiology in a pre-physical therapy program and hopes to compete gymnastics at the next level.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Mom, Jeannie Nigam

Queen City Gymnastics: Rani Nigam has been such a special part of our team. Her dedication and work ethic set a strong example for those around her, and she naturally leads with both confidence and kindness. Rani brings a positive energy to every practice, lifting up her teammates and helping create a supportive team environment. We are so proud of the athlete and person she has become, and we are grateful for the impact she has made on our program.

Riley Zagst

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : Go to college and major in nursing.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Ashley Thomsen has been an exceptional coach and helped Riley grow as an athlete and person throughout her gymnastics career.

North Canton YMCA Gymnastics: Riley is our quiet, steadfast leader of the gym. She always walks into the gym with a smile on her face and a goal in mind. Riley is driven, hardworking, and resilient. Her intelligence and motivation to be her best self shows both in her gymnastics and academics. Her loyalty to her teammates runs deep and is the root of her gymnastics career. We are thrilled to see Riley shine in her brightest future endeavors!

Chase Morrow

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : I am still deciding between several offers right now. I plan to major in pre-med and follow the pre-health track, with the long-term goal of becoming a pediatric orthopedic surgeon.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Grandmother

Performance Gymnastics: Chase is one of the kindest, hardest working and respectful gymnasts I have ever worked with. We are so incredibly proud of the person she is becoming. Our “Baby Chase” is going to achieve so much in life simply because of who she is and how hard she works. We love you, Chase!

Abigail Wahlquist

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : Abigail plans to attend BYU and study Mechanical Engineering.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Mom and Dad

Quest Gymnastics & Extreme Sports Center: Abigail is an athlete we got to coach multiple times due to military relocation. We are thrilled she got to end her gymnastics career with us! Abigial is such a leader in the gym to her teammates and younger peers. Her mental toughness is as strong as nails. No matter how many falls Abigail takes she always gets back up! We have enjoyed watching her grow into the young lady she is. She has brought so many laughs to our staff. We are proud of you Abigail! -Quest Gymnastics Team Staff

Julia Boscarello

Years In Gymnastics : 13 years

Future Plans : Julia plans to attend Tri-C Community College to further her education

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom for always encouraging and supporting me

Gym: X-treme Gymnastics

Adalyn Hoskins

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Attend college majoring in Exercise Science Physical Therapy.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Ashley Thomsen

North Canton YMCA Gymnastics: Ain’t no party like an Addy floor party!

Addy brings so much joy, fun, and brightness to our gym. Her bubbly personality and laughter is contagious to all that are around her. Always cheering the loudest, she is an amazing teammate. She is a perfect representation of our YMCA pillars. We are so lucky to have had Addy at our gym for many years. We wish her the very best in her newest journey!

Emersyn Groce

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Emersyn plans to attend Rhodes State College to earn her Physical Therapy Assistant degree. She wants to work with athletes to help them get back to the sports they love!

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom because she has always believed in me every day. She has always tried her hardest to keep me in the sport I love. Coach Jo has believed in me every day of my life. She is always there for me and has never given up on me.

Defiance YMCA Gymstars: Emersyn joined our team several years ago, but you would never know that she wasn't always a member of our team and family! She fit right in immediately and we couldn't imagine our team without her! She carries a quiet confidence that is demonstrated in her genuine support for her teammates, encouraging words, and unwavering work ethic. You will not meet an individual that works harder, nor will you ever see her give up. We applaud your resilience and passion for the sport of gymnastics and your team. You have shared so much of yourself and your compassion with the athletes you coach, your teammates, coaches, and our program. Thank you for dedicating your heart and your life with the Gymstars. Your never give up attitude will take you far in life and we can’t wait to see all that you accomplish!

Kailey Krummen

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Attend nursing school.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her mom.

Gym: TGC - The Gymnastics Center

Reese Har

Years In Gymnastics : 11 years

Future Plans : I plan on going to Owens for nursing then transferring to UT. I would like to be an ICU nurse then go back for my CRNA later.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My parents, sister Kendyl, Coach Mike, Kyle, Megan and Kelli

Exceleration Gymnastics Center: Watching you grow and succeed not just in gymnastics, but with life has been great to watch. We wish you the best of luck with nursing!

Chloe McClure

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : Bluffton University

Instrumental To Your Journey : My Grandma

Infinity Gymnastics: Chloe is an amazing leader in the gym, coaching young athletes and leading other team competitors. She is always positive and uplifting and always reminding others of the positives! She has become a beautiful gymnast and person and she will be missed!

Aubree Mifsud

Years In Gymnastics : 6

Future Plans : Studying Criminal justice at UNC Charlotte

Instrumental To Your Journey : All of my coaches

Gym: Cyclone

Gianna Vince

Years In Gymnastics : 15

Future Plans : She plans on attending college to become a sports medicine physical therapist, while also continuing to train gymnastics.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Gianna states that her whole family, especially her mom, have been my biggest supporters since day one. They have always been encouraging and supportive of my dreams and push me to be the best I can be every single day.

Renzi Gymnastics Academy: Gianna has always been an incredibly hard worker, dedicated gymnast, and a number one supporter of all of our team members. She also is a great coach for all of the other girls in the gym as well as someone to look up to in all facets of life. It has been our pleasure to be her gym throughout her gymnastics career.

Lily Carleton

Years In Gymnastics : 15 Years

Future Plans : Study Nursing at The University of Toledo

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom, Shannon Carleton, all my coaches

Gym: X-treme Gymnastics

Kaitlyn Westerfield

Years In Gymnastics : 9

Future Plans : Cedarville University for Nursing

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her coaches

Perfection Gymnastics: Kaitlyn is one of the most hardworking athletes. She has continued to push herself and we’re going to miss her!!

Kate Walendzak

Future Plans : I will be attending Temple University as a collegiate gymnast under a full athletic and academic scholarship. I am also planning to major in nursing or premed with a focus on anesthesia.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My family has been instrumental in my journey. They have supported me throughout my whole life and helped to make my dreams become a reality. 16 years

Gym: Buckeye Gymnastics

Hayleigh Armstrong

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : Attend Ohio State

Instrumental To Your Journey : My Dad

Gym: Flytz USA gymnastics

Amber Yorke

Years In Gymnastics : 8

Future Plans : She will be attending BYU to get a Bachelors degree in Wildlife and Wildland Conservation.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her Mom is the most instrumental person in her journey and has pushed her to keep going and doing her best.

Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy: Amber has been a joy to coach! She has grown so much in this sport and she pushes herself everyday to be her best. She has overcome many challenges and it has made her a stronger gymnast and woman. I am very proud of her and cant wait to see where life takes her!

Sophia Lester

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : Attending Auburn University to study bio sciences on the pre med track

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coaches Stacy Moore and Zach Busam

Queen City Gymnastics: Sophia Lester is the kind of athlete every team is lucky to have. She leads in a quiet way, always showing kindness, dedication, and a strong commitment to excellence in everything she does. Sophia is a supportive teammate who lifts others up and brings steady positivity to the gym every day. We are so proud of the person and athlete she has become.

Gianna Agresta

Years In Gymnastics : 14 years

Future Plans : Attend college to study Architecture.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Amy has helped me these past few months regain my confidence in this sport and have a fun, positive last season.

Pinnacle Gymnastics: Gianna has impressed us with her work ethic and her responsibility. Not only does she compete club with us as a Diamond, she is a member of the gymnastics team at Kenston High School. She is so hardworking, and we know that her life skills she already possesses are going to help her go far. We wish her luck in all of her future endeavors!

Jazlene Pickens

Gym: Buckeye Gymnastics

Lorena Dehoff

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Lorena plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in psychology. She also plans to try out for their cheerleading team. Following undergrad, Lorena hopes to go to law school.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her Mom

The Elite Gymnastics Academy: Lorena has been in gymnastics for 13 years, and has been part of our TEGA family for the last two years. From the moment she walked into our gym, she became an incredible addition to our team. She was a perfect fit, forming strong bonds with her teammates right away and bringing a positive energy that lifted everyone around her. Her upbeat attitude and constant encouragement make practices not only productive, but fun. Along with club gymnastics, Lorena also participates in other extracurricular activities such as cheerleading and track, and has done an outstanding job balancing all of this along with her schoolwork. This truly shows what a well-rounded individual she is. We are so grateful she chose to finish her club gymnastics career with our TEGA family. It has been such a pleasure watching her grow both inside and out of the gym. We are incredibly proud of her hard work and dedication to this sport over the years and feel lucky to have been part of her journey. Her coaches and teammates would like to congratulate Lorena on such an amazing gymnastics career, and wish her the best of luck as she goes off to college in the fall!

Kendall Wushinske

Years In Gymnastics : 10

Future Plans : To go to college to pursue a degree in biomedical science and become a Physician's Assistant!

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Alyssa because she has always encouraged me and believed in me.She has helped me grow so much as both an athlete and person!

Heart of Ohio Athletics: Kendall shows up to practice with determination and high expectations for herself. All of the younger athletes love her, and she loves them right back. She is a recreational coach in the gym, and the kids have stars in their eyes when they get to watch her train. She is so talented, determined, and a wonderful human. We are so grateful for Kendall and wish her the absolute best!

Emani Stallworth

Years In Gymnastics : 10 years

Future Plans : Emani plans on attending The Ohio State University and majoring in Chemistry.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Cheryll Littlfield

Johnson Gymnastics: Despite all of the hard days, Johnson's is her second home and has helped her grow into who she is today. Her best advice to others is to “dream big dreams and not focus on the little stuff.”

Katelyn Bjork

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Undecided

Instrumental To Your Journey : Her family

Perfection Gymnastics: Katelyn is the such an incredible leader at Perfection. She is hardworking, dedicated and truly loves gymnastics with her whole heart. We’re so proud of Kat!!

Mady Cremering

Years In Gymnastics : 11

Future Plans : College TBD but plans to become

Instrumental To Your Journey : Miss Jamie

Gym: Westside Academy of Gymnastics

Kendall Gorby

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : Kendall plans to attend Kent State University and will be majoring in Exercise Science/Health Science and possibly doing club gymnastics.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Jackie and her parents

Ohio Gymnastics Institute: Kendall has been a die-hard gymnast at OGI for the past 16 years. Kendall is our teams biggest cheerleader and supporter and loved by everyone! Kendall even spends her days off at the gym, sharing her passion and coaching the next generation of gymnasts. Kendall's happiness is infectious; she's always smiling and laughing. We will miss her greatly!

Riley Hawkins

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Esthetician School

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Amber

Five-star Gymnastics: Riley is a very hard-working, talented, and kind gymnast. She is always supportive of her teammates and sets such a great example for the younger girls in the gym. We are so proud of her!

Claire Williams

Years In Gymnastics : 12 years in gymnastics

Future Plans : Planning on attending Kent State for Biology Pre-med to then go on and become a doctor. Not sure in exactly what field yet, but I have a few in mind.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Somebody instrumental in my journey would definitely be my parents. They have been with me through all my ups and downs. They are always there cheering me on, celebrating through the highs, and supporting me through the lows.

Gym: Zanesville Gymnastics

Olivia Kee

Years In Gymnastics : 16 years in gymnastics

Future Plans : Planning to study aerospace and astronautical engineering with a minor in astrophysics

Instrumental To Your Journey : my first Coach Debbie Carlisle to my coaches Esther and Mallory they’ve all made such a profound impact in the best way in my gymnastics career.

Gym: Zanesville Gymnastics

Cassandra Gilbert

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : Cassie plans to attend Sinclair Community College and then transfer to Wright State University, majoring in either education or psychology.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Mom and Dad and Grandparents

Quest Gymnastics & Extreme Sports Center: Cassie is an athlete who has been with us since her days in tumbling tots. We have watched her grow and be a leader in our team program throughout the years. Gymnastics lines and shapes always came so easy to Cassie. Cassie brings so many laughs and so many young athletes want to be her. She has a heart of gold, and we know that will take her far! Thank you for all the goofy times, Cass! We are so proud of you! -Quest Gymnastics Team Staff

Grace Lulow

Years In Gymnastics : 12

Future Plans : Grace is currently leaning towards attending the University of Pittsburgh. Grace plans to study something in the medical field; currently, she’s focused on becoming an occupational therapist. She is also interested in competing in acro and tumbling in college.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Coach Tom, Coach Melissa and Parents

All-Around Gymnastics Academy: Grace is a level 10 athlete. Grace was the Level 8 State Vault Champion in 2022, the Level 9 Vault State Champion, and the Level 9 Region 5 Floor Champion in 2025. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has a 4.1 GPA.

Leandra Durkin

Years In Gymnastics : 8

Future Plans : Leandra plans to attend Wright State University for nursing and pre-medicine.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Teammate Jillian Hyman

Quest Gymnastics & Extreme Sports Center: Leandra joined our team program after teaching herself a kip in open gym. Leandra is one of the physically strongest girls on our team. She is a powerhouse! Leandra's road through gymnastics has not always been the easiest but through ups and downs she is finishing her gymnastics career. Our team program will never be the same without her. She has brought so many laughs! We can't wait to see where your future takes you! We are proud of you Leandra! -Quest Gymnastics Team Staff

Mackenzie Huchthausen

Years In Gymnastics : 8

Future Plans : Plan to study psychology to become a therapist. Has not yet committed to a University.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Sarah Day has been my coach for the past 4 years and in the beginning of the recreational years. She has motivated and pushed me through my fears to achieve my goals. I am Grateful for her continued support and encouragement.

Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy: Mackenzie has been one an amazing gymnast and person to coach. Watching her grow up in this sport and become an amazing woman has just been a joy! She is always going that extra step to make herself better and we truly are going to miss her! We wish her all the best in her future endeavors.

Carly Weinberg

Years In Gymnastics : 13 years

Future Plans : BYU for gymnastics

Instrumental To Your Journey : My mom and dad

Gym: Buckeye Gymnastics

Ellie Koski

Gym: Buckeye Gymnastics

Morgan Knott

Years In Gymnastics : 14

Future Plans : Attending Kent State University and majoring in psychology

Instrumental To Your Journey : My parents

Gym: Flytz Gymnastics

Jazlyn Cancel

Years In Gymnastics : 8

Future Plans : Plan to attend Columbus State.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My Mom

Gym: Fliptastic! Gymnastics

Dylan Harris

Years In Gymnastics : 16

Future Plans : Attend the University of Cincinnati to study Nursing.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Family, Teammates, and Coaches

G.R.I.T. Gymnastics: G.R.I.T. Gymnastics was incredibly lucky to have Dylan join our team program for her final season. Even in a year filled with transition and unknowns, she showed up to practice every day with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a quiet confidence that truly speaks volumes. In just one season, Dylan has shown exactly what it means to be a G.R.I.T. athlete—training with growth, resilience, integrity, and tenacity. She has made a lasting impact on this program, her teammates, and her coaches. To Dylan’s family—thank you for believing in her from the very beginning. Thank you for supporting her through the early mornings, long practices, and countless competitions. Your commitment and encouragement have made this journey for her possible. Dylan, we are incredibly proud of you—not just for the gymnast you are, but for the strength, determination, and heart you bring into everything you do. No matter where your next chapter leads, know that you will always be a part of the G.R.I.T. family. Good Luck Dylan!

Niamh Kernan

Years In Gymnastics : 15 years

Future Plans : I plan on attending Ithaca College for gymnastics and to study biochemistry on a pre-med track.

Instrumental To Your Journey : My coach, Shanon, who has been with me for every step on my gymnastics journey. Her support and encouragement means everything to me.

Great Lakes Gymnastics: Niamh is one of the most incredible athletes we've ever had the pleasure to coach. She is the hardest worker and will not let any obstacle or setback get in her way. Her passion for the sport shines in all that she does. Niamh is an incredible role model to our younger gymnasts. It's been a joy to have had her on our team for the last 10 years. Ithaca Bombers is lucky to have her! We are all SO proud of you, Niamh!

Lydia Callahan

Years In Gymnastics : 13

Future Plans : Mount St. Joseph University to be a physical therapist

Instrumental To Your Journey : Miss Jamie

Gym: Westside Academy of Gymnastics

Reese Genet

Years In Gymnastics : 13 years

Future Plans : Continuing my academic and athletic career at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

Instrumental To Your Journey : Both of my parents for giving me the chance to do a number of different sports so I was able to figure out what I love the most.

Pinnacle Gymnastics: Reese is the embodiment of good character, and she is a great leader in the gym. She has been such a wonderful role model for the next generation of gymnasts at Pinnacle. We are so grateful to have been a small part of her gymnastics journey, and we are looking forward to cheering her on through her college career and beyond!