by Grace Cardoni

Sticking the landing on their spot in the WPIAL, the GS girls’ gymnastics team found their hard work has paid off, the final time for many on the team.  

On Feb. 4 and 5, the GS gymnastics team traveled to Moon Area High School and Monaca Turners Gymnastics to compete in the WPIAL championships.  

“It’s been a bit stressful because you want to make sure your scores are high enough in order to qualify and perform well, but you get used to it,” sophomore gymnast Caylee Kingerski said. 

The WPIAL meet consisted of various divisions and events like beam, vault, bars and floor.  

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GS gymnasts pose in front of the floor before starting their competition.

Photo Courtesy: Mrs.Price

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“There are different divisions based on scores which tell you where you will be,” senior gymnast Sophia Kunkle said. “You then rotate through all the events until you are done and then they have awards.”  

With outstanding performances all around in each division, the five seniors on the team finished tying or beating their best scores in each of their events, a fitting conclusion to a year of demanding work.  

“I think the senior performances at WPIALs this year were impressive and showed their dedication,” gymnastics Coach Mrs. Amy White said. “All the girls know what they need to do, and they trust themselves and their skills.” 

Not only did the seniors have an incredible performance, but they also shared their final moments on the floor together. 

“I feel like it is bittersweet,” senior gymnast Emma Visnick said. “We had a great end to the season and I’m happy with how everything went, but I’m going to miss the other girls a lot.” 

With five out of the seven members of the team leaving, that marks a major turning point for the GS gymnastics team, but they leave behind a strong group that they have helped lead throughout their time in the program.  

“While the team is going to be very different without them, they have helped foster an upfront environment and connection that will undoubtably influence the team long after they’ve graduated,” Mrs. White said.