It took two sessions and 8 hours, but the level 4 girls continued their outstanding teamwork and capped off their season with an exciting team championship with an amazing 112.225 team score!
The focus of the day’s two sessions was absolutely TEAM at this the biggest meet of the year! By virtue of her age, Hope was the lone OTW gymnast in session one, but she knew her scores were every bit as important to the team total as her 8 teammates in the second session. With teammates Hanna, Maddie K, and Cassie cheering from the stands and the support of Coach Tammy, Hope had a strong meet, placing in all four events. Highlights were a silver on Bars, gold on Floor and Vault, and bronze in the All-Around.
The remaining 8 girls in the second session were also keenly focused on earning the best possible scores to contribute to the team total in their quest to bring home a Level 4 State Championship banner to the Off the Wall Gym. With teammate Hope now in the stands cheering alongside Melinda who made the trip with her parents straight from her own meet, the large OTW contingent was carefully tracking team scores after each rotation and sitting on the edge of their seats throughout the meet.
Hot Hanna Tingley led the OTW girls with an unbelievable 38.05 All-Around, taking silver on Beam, and gold on all other events and the All-Around. Summer was again a shining star on Beam, earning an impressive 9.1. Cassie had four solid events, and showed off her fabulous flexibility on the Beam earning her 4th place. Maddie K. was a frequent visitor to the podium, placing in all four events and the All-Around, including 9.0 for 8th place for another stellar Floor routine. Sydney placed in all four events and the All-Around, and was again a star on Vault, scoring a 9.475 for the bronze. Maddie F. scored a personal best 36.625 in the All-Around, earning her bronze, in addition to the silver medal her gorgeous 9.5 Vault performance.
After the meet, an impromptu celebration was held at Shorty’s in Manchester. Laughter, good cheer, and camaraderie were on order to cap off an unforgettable day.
(Thanks Lori, for the photo & scores)
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