Published: 01/19/2024 - 8:00 AM
The Willow Grove YMCA Twisters gymnastics team kicked off the new year in remarkable fashion, showcasing their incredible talent, determination, and passion for gymnastics. With unwavering teamwork and dedication, the Twisters delivered outstanding performances at both the January Jingle in Quakertown and the Star Struck Invitational in Atlantic City. As the competition season gains momentum, they continue to make their mark in the gymnastics world, leaving audiences in awe with their skill and precision. Here's a thrilling recap of their recent achievements.
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January Jingle
Xcel Silver Team: The Silver Team put on an incredible show, with several gymnasts securing top spots.
- Annabelle Fisher: 2nd Place: All-Around, Bars, Floor
- Elizabeth Zanfir: 1st Place Beam, 3rd Place Floor
- Zahra Bokhari: 1st Place Beam, Floor. 2nd Place All-Around
- Emily Usonis: 3rd Place Beam, 3rd Place All-Around
- Isabella Webb: 2nd Place Bars. 3rd Place All-Around, Beam
- Maragaret Olsen: 2nd Place Floor, 3rd Place Vault
- Lenah Faustin: 1st Place Vault
Gold Team: The Gold Team delivered a fantastic performance, earning 2nd Place as a team.
- Samantha Waterfall: 1st Place Floor, 2nd Place All-Around, Bars
- Sarina Rimeris: 3rd Place: Beam, Floor
- Charlye Watkins: 3rd Place Vault,
- Brenna Miller: 1st Place All-Around, Beam, 2nd Place Floor
- Kelsey Morton: 3rd Place All-Around, Bars, Beam
- Kayla Mullin: 3rd Floor Mara Patrick: 1st Place Bars
- Sarene Julin: 1st Place Floor
- Addison Matlack: 1st Place All-Around, Floor, Beam, Bars
- Caitlyn Pham: 1st Place Vault, 2nd Place All-Around, Floor
- Christina Clark: 2nd Place bars, Beam
- Nyah Henderson-Torres: 2nd Place Beam
Level 2: The Level 2 Team displayed their prowess, earning 1st Place as a team.
- Emily Liang: 1st Place All-Around, Vault, Bars, Beam, Floor
- Ava Bae: 1st Place All-Around, Floor, Beam, Bars, 2nd Place Vault
- Trixie Mento: 2nd Place Bars, All-Around, 3rd Place Vault, Beam
- Londyn Parker: 2nd Place Beam, 3rd Place Floor
- Juliet Fisher: 2nd Place Floor
- Sophia Schniepp: 2nd Place All-Around, Bars, Vault. 3rd Place Floor
- Paige Torresani: 1st Place Bars, 2nd Place Beam, 3rd Place All-Around, Vault
Level 3: The Level 3 Team secured a notable 3rd Place finish as a team.
- Hannah Connelly: 2nd Place All-Around, Vault, 3rd Place Bars
- Reagan Graham: 1st Place Beam, 2nd Place Floor, 3rd Place All-Around
- Clara Coleman: 3rd Place Floor
- Jules Schwartzman: 1st Vault, 2nd Place Beam, 3rd Place All-Around, Floor
- Grace Von Zuben: 3rd Place Beam
- Harper Kelly: 3rd Place Bars
- Aniyah Bove: 3rd Place Beam
Level 4: The Level 4 team finished a respectable 4th place.
- Kaitlin Bullick: 1st Place: All-Around, Floor, Bars, 2nd Place Vault
- Francesca Sarullo: 3rd Place Bars, Beam
Level 8: Julianne Rudgunas demonstrated her expertise, securing 1st Place in Beam and 2nd Place in Floor.
Level 7: Emily Sanoy impressed with a 2nd Place finish in Beam and Floor.
Platinum: The Platinum Team achieved 1st Place as a team.
- Eva Buchakjan: 1st Place Floor, Bars, 3rd Place Vault
- Averie Cannon: 1st Place Vault, 2nd Place All-Around, Beam, 3rd Place Bars
- Payton Hinkle: 2nd Place Bars, 3rd Place Floor
Star Struck Invitational
The Star Struck Invitational featured a high level of competition, with over 4000 gymnasts from across the U.S. participating.
Xcel Gold: Team Place: 7th
- Adriyah Clark: 1st Place Vault, Bars, 2nd AA, 3rd floor
- Peyton McQuade: 3rd Place Bars, Beam
- Aniyah Prinkle: 1st Place Floor
Diamond: Amira Wardlaw displayed her skills by winning 1st Place in Vault and 3rd Place in Bars.
Level 7: Team Finish: 6th place Olivia Lee and Roxy Spector showcased their talents with 3rd Place finishes in Bars.
Level 6: Team Place: 7th Aubrey Smith made her mark with a 3rd Place finish in Vault.
Level 8: Team Place: 10th Chava Trachtman impressed with a 2nd Place finish in Vault.
Level 9: The Level 9 Team achieved a commendable 6th Place as a team.
Next Up:
Next up for the Twisters girls' team is the Simone Biles Invitational in Houston, Texas, from February 2nd to the 4th. Stay tuned for more exciting gymnastics action!
Routines of the Weekend
Emily Liang
Zahra Bokhari
Remi Sasson
Reagan Gates
About the Author
Mubarak Simmons
Gymnastics Director, Willow Grove YMCA
Mubarak has over two decades of expertise in gymnastics and acrobatics. He coaches young athletes to achieve their dreams while having fun in the sport. His career includes tenure as a stuntman at Walt Disney World Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular Show, and a key role in winning the 2005 NCAA Gymnastics Team Championship for the University of Oklahoma. Mubarak is a graduate in Political Science, and he enjoys motorsports and quality time with his family.