Newsroom - 2024
The Madison Area YMCA Rosettes Gymnastics Team earned first place at the YUSA National Gymnastics Championship competition
July 23, 2024
The Rosettes repeated as first-place overall National Champions in the Xcel Diamond Division, competing against 11 other teams. The Rosettes also repeated as first-place overall National Champions in the Xcel Platinum Division, competing against 21 other teams. With 48 gymnasts competing, the Rosettes displayed their talent across various levels, securing an impressive collection of titles and rankings.
"We are thrilled that our gymnasts, under the experienced leadership of Director Christina Lopez, demonstrated all that is best in athletic competition: teamwork, focus and skill," said YMCA CEO Diane Mann. She congratulated Ms. Lopez and the gymnasts, as well as the coaching team who work with the Rosettes team on a daily basis: Rosettes Head Coach Sergio Estrada, Associate Director Jackie Morris-Estrada, and coaches Amanda Zurawski, Hope Fenyohazi, Ciara Hunt, Jocelyn DeNichilo, Kristin Durning and Katie Oliver. "We are proud of our gymnasts' sportsmanship, dedication, hard work and integrity." Mann said.
This year the Rosettes earned first-place National Champions in individual competitions (bars, horse, beam or floor) in the Xcel Gold Division against six other teams, and first-place individual National Champions in the Xcel Silver Division against five other teams. Nine of our individual gymnasts took first place in all-around performance in their divisions and age groups, and many more scored in the top three for individual events.
“The Rosettes had a fantastic year in 2023, and there was a little bit of pressure for 2024. We went in positive and with an open-mind knowing that the skill-level was there. Gymnastics is no longer simply a physical sport; emotional and mental health is key,” said Gymnastics Director Christina Lopez. “The coaching team drives the Y mission throughout training. The Rosettes are truly a team effort, and we are super proud of everyone going into the competition and doing their personal best.”
Since its debut in 1938, this YMCA national competition has celebrated the achievements of outstanding young gymnasts ages 6–20 years old. This year’s event brought more than 4,000 gymnasts, family members, and coaches from more than 75 YMCAs nationwide to the Philadelphia area.
"We are immensely proud of the Rosettes team and coaches. Their impressive national recognition is just one aspect of their success; the incredible camaraderie they demonstrate both on and off the mat is truly commendable," said Vice President of Programs & Advancement Kim Buccheri. "These gymnasts genuinely care for and support one another, embodying the positive energy and community spirit their coaches have cultivated alongside their exceptional skill level."
ALL-AROUND PERFORMANCE NATIONAL CHAMPIONS -
Xcel Silver - Junior A Division: Gemma Smith
Xcel Silver - Junior B Division: Mae Castellano
Xcel Silver - Senior A Division: Charlotte Slattery
Xcel Gold - Junior A Division: Caroline O'Day
Xcel Gold - Junior B Division: Estelle Bird
Xcel Platinum - Junior B Division: Nicole Driscoll
Xcel Platinum - Senior A Division: Natalie McLean
Junior Final All-Around Placements Combined Two Days of Competition: Julie Fagan
Senior Final All-Around Placements Combined Two Days of Competition: Ella Pugsley-Crigler
INDIVIDUAL MEDAL TOP THREE PLACEMENTS
Xcel Silver - Junior A Division: Gemma Smith Vault 9.525 (1st), Bars 9.750 (1st), Floor 9.075 (3rd), All Around 37.600 (1st).
Junior B Division: Mae Castellano Vault 9.625 (1st), Bars 9.7 (2nd), All Around 37.625 (1st). Cora Wilson Bars 9.7 (3rd), Floor 9.225 (2nd), All Around 37.375 (2nd), Mary Ewing Bars 9.75 (1st), Beam 9.325 (2nd), All Around 37.175 (3rd). Senior A Division: Charlotte Slattery Vault 9.4 (3rd), Beam 9.5 (1st), Floor 9.25 (1st), All-Around 37.450 (1st). Juliette Foullois All Around 37.000 (3rd). Annabelle Talakoub Floor 9.200 (3rd). Senior B Division: Juliana Comprelli Vault 9.6 (1st), Beam 9.350 (2nd), All Around 37.475 (2nd). Jayla VanDerVeer Floor 9.3 (2nd), All Around 37.325 (3rd). Cameron Walters Vault 9.450 (3rd), Bars 9.650 (1st). Claire Palumbo Bars 9.4 (1st). Cathleen Nunn Bars 9.550 (3rd), Floor 9.250 (3rd).
Xcel Gold- Junior A Division: Caroline O'Day Vault 9.5 (1st), Bars 9.525 (1st), Floor 9.7 (1st), All Around 37.850 (1st). Zoe Erdmann Beam 9.675 (3rd). Ryan Lafferty Beam 9.725 (2nd). Jessica VanSlyck Vault 9.450 (2nd). Olivia Bergman Bars 9.4 (3rd). Junior B Division: Estelle Bird Vault 9.2 (3rd), Bars 9.550 (1st), Beam 9.6 (1st), All Around 37.775 (1st). Emma Grant Vault 9.25 (2nd), Bars 9.525 (2nd), Beam 9.550 (2nd), All Around 37.725 (2nd). Carys Aue Beam 9.450 (3rd), Floor 9.575 (1st), All Around 37.150 (3rd). Ellie Morrison Vault 9.3 (1st), Bars 9.450 (3rd), Floor 9.525 (2nd). Senior A Division: Emma Ricciardelli Vault 9.250 (2nd), Floor 9.450 (3rd). Senior B Division: Makenna Wayman Bars 9.425 (2nd), All Around 36.725 (3rd). Kristina Fisher Bars 9.450 (1st), Beam 9.55 (2nd), All Around 37.275 (2nd). Sadie Chase Vault 9.25 (2nd).
Xcel Platinum- Junior A Division: Emma Sharon Bars 8.350 (3rd), Beam 9.6 (2nd), All Around 36.050 (2nd). Junior B Division: Nicole Driscoll Vault 9.4 (1st), Bars 9.450 (1st), Beam 9.650 (2nd), Floor 9.525 (2nd), All Around 38.025 (1st). Olivia Cruz Bars 8.850 (3rd), Floor 9.550 (1st). Senior A Division: Natalie McLean Vault 9.475 (1st), Bars 9.475 (1st). Beam 9.525 (3rd), Floor 9.325 (2nd), All Around 37.800 (1st). Molly Niekerk Vault 9.2 (3rd), Bars 8.475 (2nd), Beam 9.725 (1st), All Around 36.575 (2nd).
Xcel Diamond- Junior Division: Julie Fagan Vault 9.525 (1st), Bars 9.425 (1st), Beam 9.825 (1st), Floor 9.625 (1st). Vivian Schuck Vault 9.1 (8th), Bars 9.4 (2nd). Lauren Crisostomo Beam 9.725 (2nd). Senior Division: Ella Pugsley-Crigler Vault 9.125 (8th), Bars 9.6 (1st), Beam 9.325 (8th). Julia Eckhardt Beam 9.8 (1st). Samantha Liu Vault 9.3 (4th), Bars 9.225 (4th). Natalie Marlow Beam 9.325 (9th).
Level 8 - Senior Division: Aubrey Chase Vault 8.9 (5th), Bars 9.050 (1st), Beam 9.275 (3rd), Floor 9.0 (9th). Kelsey Greer Bars 8.4 (10th), Floor 9.2 (5th)
ROSETTES QUALIFIED FOR FINALS
Xcel Diamond Junior Division Top 25 Final Qualifiers: Julie Fagan, Vivian, Schuck, Lauren Crisostomo
Xcel Diamond Senior Division Top 25 Final Qualifiers: Shade Grahling, Ella Pugsley-Crigler, Julia Eckhardt, Samantha Liu, Natalie Marlow
Level 8 - Senior Division Top 25 Final Qualifiers: Aubrey Chase, Kelsey Greer
Junior Xcel Diamond Final All-Around Placements Combined Two Days of Competition: Julie Fagan 76.6 (1st), Vivian Schuck 74.175 (4th), Lauren Crisostomo 73.325 (7th)
Senior Xcel Diamond Final All-Around Placements Combined Two Days of Competition: Ella Pugsley-Crigler 74.050 (1st), Julia Eckhardt 72.725 (5th), Samantha Liu 72.125 (11th), Natalie Marlow 70.975 (17th), Shade Grahling 70.175 (20th).
Senior Level 8 Final All-Around Placements Combined Two Days of Competition: Aubrey Chase 71.625 (4th). Kelsey Greer 70.425 (10th)
About the Madison Area YMCA Rosettes Team
The purpose of the Madison Area YMCA Girls Competitive Gymnastics Program is to encourage participation and the pursuit of excellence in competitive gymnastics. Participants will pursue gymnastics to their highest level of ability and interest and have a chance to obtain achievement and satisfaction. Nationally ranked in the top 10 for more than 30 years, the team is comprised of gymnasts ages 5-18 years old. The Rosettes practice grace, strength, poise, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. Contact Gymnastics Director Christina Lopez for more information at clopez@madisonymca.org.
As a mission-driven charitable organization and community wellness center, the Madison Area YMCA is dedicated to nurturing the potential of our youth, providing a safe space for teens, improving the community’s health and well-being, and giving back by providing support to our neighbors. For more information about financial assistance or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit our website at www.madisonareaymca.org.