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Welcome to the 2019-2020 Gymnastics Season! This year, the Gymnast of the Week awards will be chosen by the captains! Stay tuned for more information on that!
Sydney Nenn
Sydney Nenn
Year in School: Junior
Years in Gymnastics: 14
Favorite Event: Bars and Beam
Best Gymnastics Memory:
The endless giggles with my best friends every day!
Favorite Quote:
"Through God, anything can happen."
***Sydney was chosen as Gymnast of the Week this week, because of her drive, work ethic, resilience, and leadership. When things get tough, Sydney doesn't quit- she strives to do better, and encourages her teammates to do the same. Sydney has consistently performed at a highly competitive level all season, and will cap off a great year with a trip to State Meet next weekend alongside teammate Claire O'Gorman! Congrats, Syd, and good luck at State!
Claire O'Gorman
Claire O'Gorman
Year in School: Sophomore
Years in Gymnastics: 11
Favorite Event: Bars and Beam
Best Gymnastics Memory:
Competing in the Super 8 Competition.
Favorite Quote:
"If you want something you have never had, you have to do something you've never done."
***Claire was chosen as Gymnast of the Week, because she has really stepped up as a quiet leader, both at practices and in competition. Claire has a positive attitude, and has mental strength and composure that are well beyond her years. Her ability to rebound after a missed routine, or get back up and finish strong is admirable. Claire will represent Forest Lake and Section 7AA at State Meet next weekend, along with teammate Sydney Nenn! Congratulations, Claire, and good luck at State!
It's Senior Night this week, so the coaches wanted to do a special shout out to a couple of senior *CAPTAINS* who haven't been featured yet this season: Sofia Dodge and Izzy North!
Sofia Dodge
Sofia Dodge
Years in Gymnastics: 14
Favorite Events: Beam and Vault
Best Gymnastics Memory: Hitting her vault at Sections and making it to State!
Favorite Quote:
"We forgot Kotys!"
***Sofia is being recognized by the coaches, because despite the fact that she's been out for most of the season due to injuries, she's still been at every practice, encouraging her teammates, and leading by example. Her positive attitude, work ethic, and ability to connect with her teammates make her such an asset to the team. Congratulations, Sofia!
Izzy North
Izzy North
Years in Gymnastics: 10
Favorite Event: Bars
Best Gymnastics Memory: Winning State with her Level 6 team at Flyaways!
Favorite Quote: "A ship is always safe at shore, but that's not what it's built for."
***Izzy is being recognized this week, because of her resilience and positivity. Izzy suffered a severe injury last season, that most people thought would be career-ending. But Izzy wasn't willing to give up on gymnastics, and came back into the gym this season ready to contribute to the team in any way she could. Izzy's excitement for her teammates when they learn something new is so genuine, and her team spirit helps motivate everyone in the gym. Congrats, Izzy!
McKinley Leavitt
McKinley Leavitt
Year in School: Junior
Years in Gymnastics: 7
Favorite Event: Floor
Best Gymnastics Memory:
Just flipping around at practice with friends!
Favorite Quote:
“She believed she could, so she did."
Kinley was chosen as Gymnast of the Week, because she has pushed herself to learn and compete multiple new skills over the last few weeks. Her determination, grit, and positivity lead her to her highest floor score of the season on Saturday. Congrats, Kinley!
Nicole Groth
Nicole Groth
Year in School: Senior *Captain*
Years in Gymnastics: 14
Favorite Event: Floor
Best Gymnastics Memory:
Her memorable "penguin slide" vault from last season!
Favorite Quote:
“Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”
Nicole was chosen as Gymnast of the Week because of her hard work, leadership, and consistency. She put new skills in her routines last week, and went 4 for 4 in our meet against Roseville! Congratulations, Nicole!
Jordan Long
Jordan Long
Year in School: 8th Grade
Years in Gymnastics: 10
Favorite Event: Floor
Best Gymnastics Memory:
Her first competition!
Favorite Quote:
"You only live once. If you do it right, once is enough!"
Jordan was chosen by the coaches as Gymnast of the Week because she works hard and is willing to try new things. She really focused and stepped up her game this week, placing 2nd on vault at the Gustavus Invitational! Congrats, Jordan!
Kylie McLain
Kylie McLain
Year in School: Junior
Years in Gymnastics: 10
Favorite Event: Vault
Best Gymnastics Memory:
Breaking her old school's vault score record in a meet!
Favorite Quote:
You can always find something to be thankful for.
Kylie was chosen as Gymnast of the Week because she is consistently a hard worker and positive voice in the gym. She listens to suggestions from coaches and teammates, and is always trying to improve. Congratulations, Kylie!
Gabby Walrath
Gabby Walrath
Year in School: Junior
Years in Gymnastics: 12
Favorite Event: Beam
Best Gymnastics Memory:
"The endless giggles with my best friends."
Favorite Quote:
"There may be people with more talent than you, but there's no excuse for people to work harder than you do." - Derek Jeter
Gabby was chosen as Gymnast of the Week because of her hard work, leadership, positivity, and determination. She's worked extremely hard to learn new skills and is always open to suggestions about trying something new! Congrats, Gabby!
Kiara Stamp
Kiara Stamp
Year in School: Junior
Years in Gymnastics: 9
Favorite Event: Floor
Best Gymnastics Memory:
State Meet 2018
Favorite Quote:
"Being a gymnast is having the strength to hold on and the courage to let go."
Kiara was chosen as Gymnast of the Week because of her extraordinary work ethic. She is very positive, works hard during every practice, and leads by example. Congratulations, Kiara!
Julie Godar
Julie Godar
Year in School: Senior
Years in Gymnastics: 15
Favorite Event: Beam
Best Gymnastics Memory:
When she slipped on an aerial on beam and got a huge bruise at practice, then did the same thing at the meet that week!
Favorite Quote:
"Sports don't build your character, they reveal it."
Julie was chosen as Gymnast of the Week because of her drive and effort to re-learn skills after coming back from an injury. She's super dedicated and a hard worker in the gym. Congrats, Julie!
Jasmine Stamp
Jasmine Stamp
Year in School: Freshman
Years in Gymnastics: 8
Favorite Event: Bars
Best Gymnastics Memory:
State Meet 2018
Favorite Quote:
"If you can't tumble with the big girls, go play football!"
Jazzy was chosen as Gymnast of the Week, because of her hard work, persistence, and positive attitude in the gym. She asks great questions and is willing to try new things to help her become a better gymnast. Congratulations, Jazzy!
Elise Neudecker
Elise Neudecker
Year in School: Senior
Years in Gymnastics: 10
Favorite Event: Beam
Best Gymnastics Memory:
When the stereo wasn’t working at the East Ridge meet, and we all came together and sang the national anthem!
Favorite Quote:
Gymnastics has made me strong. I feel like it broke me down to my lowest point, but at the same time, it has given me the greatest strength anyone could ask for.
Congrats, Elise!
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