Beam Glow Ups: Class of 2027 Upgrades

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What skills or qualities come to mind when thinking about Beam: poise, artistry, but also power, agility, and technical precision? Summer upgrades are loading, so let's see what this 2027 class has been training.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4175"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd9769"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">&nbsp;A'layah White brings a powerful presence on beam and has been working on a E skill for the upcoming season. White previously competed a front aerial to split jump, but recently put her front aerial to scale on the high beam with excellent execution. She had also been training a back handspring step-out to layout 2/1 dismount, front toss to layout position, and front aerial to front toss connection. These new skills combined with White's poised dance elements make her an enticing recruit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4219"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd97de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Claire Traub has been hard at work with summer upgrades. Traub has been training an front aerial to scale, an E acro skill since early summer but recently has turned it into an acro connection as well. She has been gaining consistency with an impressive front aerial to front aerial to scale connection. Traub is also upgrading her previously competed front aerial to back handspring step-out to front aerial to layout step-out on the high beam. Traub's skills paired with her adaptability has her primed for an upgraded routine this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4221"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd9838"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mountain West Gymnast Stellah Carter is making progress to upgrading her routines this season after recovering from an elbow injury earlier this spring. Carter previously competed side aerial to back handspring step-out and switch leap to straddle jump ¾ turn, but has been actively training switch leap ½ and side aerial to scale. She also has been training a side aerial layout step-out connection and continues to gain consistency with a well executed barani and her pike gainer dismount. Carter is a powerful competitor across all events and her poise, dynamic skills, strength and resilience are all attributes colleges are looking for.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4081"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd989d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"> Region 3 gymnast, Mali Walters is a standout beam worker and shines on this event with her artistry, crisp lines, and precision. Walters previously competed a front aerial to back handspring step-out, a side aerial to tuck full dismount, and lovely dance elements including, switch leap-split jump-beat jump connection and a daring scorpion hold. In summer training Walters has been working on a two different triple acro series, front aerial back handspring step-out to layout step-out and back handspring layout step-out to layout step-out. The combination of D level skills, both executed with precision and beautiful form, paired with Walters artistry, makes her a strong recruit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4336"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd98ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Raivyn Rogers is set to upgrade her routine this upcoming season. Last season, Rogers previously competed a triple acro series, cat leap to side aerial connection, and a round-off layout 1.5&nbsp;dismount, highlighting her agility and poise on the beam. This summer she has been training a beautiful horizontal L full turn valued at C, a new front tuck mount, and a round-off layout 2/1 dismount, which is progressing nicely. &nbsp;Rogers will be one to watch next season with these upgrades to her routine.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4359"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd9940"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Region 5 gymnast Abigail Thomson is a solid competitor across the events and brings power, unique choreography, and grace to the beam. Thomson has been progressing her aerial connections--such as side aerial to split jump to back tuck connection and she recently put together an aerial to split jump to splash down connection. She has also been training upgraded leaps, previously competing a switch leap to ¾ tuck jump and now working on switch leap switch leap connection, as well as, switch side straddle leap . Thompson continues to work on perfecting previous skills, such as her solid back handspring to layout step-out series without balance checks. Keep an eye out for Thomson as her upgrades will be sure to bring her routines to the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3978"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd998d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kylie Dacanay exudes a strong presence on beam with her poise, adaptability, and clean lines. She has been hard at work this summer training an upgraded triple series of front aerial to back handspring back handspring step-out and gaining consistency with a beautiful front toss layout. These upgrades are great additions to her stellar cross split jump ½ that reaches 180 degrees--which she competed last season--along with a front grainer full dismount. In addition to being a talented beam worker, Dacanay is a strong all-around gymnast who scored no less than 9.45 at nationals this past May and is a gymnast any college would be lucky to recruit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4110"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd99db"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Summer training is in full swing for Samantha Jerome who has been working beam upgrades. Jerome competed a gainer step-out last season but is looking to add a split jump connection to increase the difficulty. She also has been training side aerials for a single skill D element and switch leap to straddle jump ½ connection, increasing her difficulty compared to last season's dance elements. Jerome shows to be a promising recruit with her skill progression on beam and added consistency across all four events.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Finishing up our class of 2027 beam upgrades are region 7 and 8 gymnasts.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4419"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd9a2a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexus Chester a gymnast at Baltimore County Gymnastics has been working on a dismount connection, which has progressed nicely over the last few weeks. She has a lovely  back handspring-layout to layout dismount connection and is primed for an upgrade in difficulty. Keep an eye for Chester this upcoming season with more upgrades to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4429"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6c0fd9a78"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Region 7 gymnast Ana Ianuli is a solid beam competitor, previously competing a back handspring to layout step-out connection, front toss to straight jump connection, switch leap to back tuck connection, and front gainer full dismount on beam last season. Ianuli is currently working on a triple acro series connection to consist of a back handspring back handspring step-out to layout step-out, as well as, increasing height and consistency with her front toss. Ianuli is set to shine this upcoming season with these new upgrades added to her routine.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4472"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6ece2a744"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bullock has been hard at work with a few upgrades on beam. She previously competed a front toss to back handspring step-out connection and a straddle ½ jump, but has been consistently landing a front toss to back tuck connection and straddle ½ to straddle ½ connection in summer training. Bullock has also been training a side Somi, which would raise her single skill acro level of difficulty to a D, versus last seasons C level back tuck. Bullock is one to watch out for as she continues to work on these upgrades over the summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4473"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5f6ece2a7e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">First year year level 10 gymnast Addy Cullen, has been putting in the work this summer. Cullen previously competed an aerial to round-off connection, back tuck, and switch leap ½ last season. Earlier this summer she brought her Barani to the high beam, as well as, side aerial swing through side aerial connection, increasing consistency since. Cullen has also been training a switch leap to switch leap ½ connection with both leaps reaching 180 degrees. Cullen brings artistry and an infectious energy to her routines across the events and in combination with these new upgrades it makes her an enticing recruit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This 2027 class strikes the balance between skill difficulty and execution, making for what is sure to be an exciting season. Also, don't miss out on the upgrades happening on Bars with the 2027 Class!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> https://prepgymnastics.com/2026/07/reaching-new-heights-class-of-2027-bar-upgrades/ <!-- /wp:html -->