10 Alabama Recruits College Coaches Should Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alabama continues to produce a deep pool of gymnastics talent, with athletes across the state putting themselves on the recruiting radar. From established standouts to younger prospects with plenty of room to develop, these gymnasts bring a variety of strengths and skill sets that could translate to the collegiate level. Here are 10 Alabama recruits college coaches should know as they continue to make their mark in the gym.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4471"],"_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-6aa070a12fbe9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bailey Reese enters her senior season coming off a strong junior campaign, posting a season-high 36.85 in the all-around. She made her biggest impact on vault and floor, while also bringing consistency and difficulty across bars and beam. Reese is continuing to build her routines heading into her final season, with several upgrades in the works, including a Yurchenko full on vault, Gienger and full-out dismount on bars, and a double layout and Rudi-layout stepout on floor. With a strong foundation already in place, Reese looks poised to make an impact throughout her senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4893"],"_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-6aa070a12fc5a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Greta McMurphy enters her junior season as a vaulter to watch after a standout year on the event. She posted a season-high 9.625 at Nationals, showcasing the potential to be a major contributor on vault this season. McMurphy also brings solid routines across bars, beam, and floor, while continuing to develop impressive upgrades in the gym, including a Yurchenko 1.5 on vault, Ray and double layout dismount on bars, and full-in, front Rudi and double layout on floor. With another year of development ahead, McMurphy is one to keep an eye on heading into the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["38693"],"_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-6aa070a12fcaa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Anniston Towe enters her sophomore season with plenty of momentum after putting together an impressive all-around campaign as a freshman. She reached a season-high 37.575 in the all-around, demonstrating her ability to contribute across all four events. Towe already brings notable difficulty, including a double pike and 2.5 on floor, a double layout dismount on bars and a strong beam routine highlighted by her front aerial and back handspring-layout stepout. She also has significant upgrades in the works, with a Yurchenko full and 1.5, advanced tumbling including a full-in and double Arabian, and a more difficult beam series. With another year of upgrades under her belt, Towe has the tools to make an even bigger impact as a sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["5422"],"_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-6aa070a12fcf7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Keria Cameron enters her sophomore season with one of the strongest scores in the field to build on, having twice reached an impressive 39.15 in the all-around, including at Regionals. A powerful athlete who can make an impact across every event, Cameron brings standout difficulty from her Yurchenko 1.5 on vault to a full-in on floor and a dynamic bars routine featuring Maloney, Pak, and Maloney half. She also has several exciting upgrades in the works, including a double-double dismount on bars, Tkatchev and Jaeger, along with increased difficulty on beam in the form of multiple acro connection options. With her combination of power, difficulty, and all-around scoring potential, Cameron is an athlete to watch closely this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["62106"],"_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-6aa070a12fd43"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kinley Strong heads into her freshman season with an intriguing résumé and experience. She posted a season-high 36.925 and competed three events at an elite qualifier this season, giving her valuable experience against high-level competition. Strong brings a well-rounded skill set, including a Yurchenko layout on vault, a Pak and full pirouette on bars, and a front Rudi, 1.5-front pike and double tuck on floor. She also has plenty of room to grow, with a Yurchenko full, double layout and 2.5 in the works, along with upgrades on beam, like a side somi and front tuck 1/2 mount. As she transitions into her freshman season, Strong has the foundation and experience to be an athlete to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["87957"],"_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-6aa070a12fd8e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Collins Farley is coming off an impressive Level 9 season that saw her post a 37.4 season-high at Easterns. The Class of 2031 standout already brings a strong combination of difficulty and versatility, with a Yurchenko layout on vault, a Pak and double tuck dismount on bars, and a double pike and 1.5-front pike on floor. She's also building toward several exciting upgrades, including a Yurchenko full, front handspring-front tuck, and additional difficulty on beam and floor. With her Level 9 success serving as a strong foundation, Farley is an athlete to watch as she continues to develop.</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-6aa070a12fdd9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hayden Bullock enters her senior season coming off a consistent campaign in which she established herself as a standout on floor. She finished second at State with a 9.55, showcasing the combination of performance quality and confidence that makes her routine especially memorable. Bullock brings strong work across beam and floor, with skills including a front Rudi, switch side-Popa and 1.5-front pike, while her natural showmanship adds another layer to her floor performance. She is also continuing to build difficulty, with a double pike on floor, Gienger and double layout dismount on bars, and new beam upgrades in training. As she heads into her final season, Bullock has the experience and event strength to make an impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["88105"],"_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-6aa070a12fe25"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sakira Mitchell enters her senior season with plenty of momentum after competing Level 9 last season and establishing herself as a particularly powerful presence on vault. She is now building toward Level 10 with an exciting slate of upgrades across all four events. On bars, Mitchell is working toward a Hindorff, Shaposh and full-out dismount, while her floor upgrades include a double tuck, double layout and front layout-front double full. She is also developing a Yurchenko tuck full and Kasamatsu on vault, along with new skills on beam. With her power already making her a standout on vault and floor, Mitchell looks ready to take a significant step forward in her senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["88112"],"_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-6aa070a12fe6f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emilee Stegall enters her sophomore season with plenty of momentum after a strong Level 9 campaign, establishing herself as a standout on floor. She finished fifth at Regionals with a 9.4, showcasing the difficulty and consistency that made her a force on the event. Stegall brings a solid foundation across all four events, while her training upgrades point to even more potential this season. She is working toward increased difficulty on beam, including a front aerial-back handspring-layout stepout and back handspring-1.5 dismount, a piked Jaeger and double pike dismount on bars, and upgrades including a 1.5-pike, double pike and double tuck on floor. With another year of development ahead, Stegall has an opportunity to build on her Level 9 success and become an even bigger contributor as a sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["88115"],"_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-6aa070a12feb9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Caroline Vacarella enters her freshman season with plenty of excitement surrounding her return to competition. After missing last season due to injury, Vacarella has been working her way back and is looking strong as she prepares for her comeback. She is already training an impressive collection of skills, including a round off-1.5 dismount and front toss on beam, along with a 1.5-front layout, double pike, double tuck, and front layout-front Rudi on floor. If her progress continues, Vacarella could make a strong return to the lineup and quickly establish herself as one to watch in her freshman campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->