Cornhusker State Standouts: Gymnasts Making Noise This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nebraska is bringing plenty of talent to the floor this season, with gymnasts ready to make their mark across all four events. From proven standouts to rising talents looking to take the next step, these Cornhusker State gymnasts are ones to keep on your radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4739"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ae92868201e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avery Stelmach made a strong impression last season, establishing herself as a powerhouse on vault and floor with the kind of explosiveness that immediately catches your attention. She's bringing plenty of power to her gymnastics, but it's paired with clean lines and the ability to make her skills look effortless. This season, we're excited to see her continue building on that foundation with some impressive upgrades across all four events. Vault remains a major event to watch, where her powerful Yurchenko continues to be a highlight. On floor, we're looking forward to seeing a 1.5-pike, double tuck, and 2.5, giving her plenty of opportunities to showcase her tumbling ability. Beam could feature a front toss and roundoff-double full dismount, while bars has some exciting additions in store, including a straddle back to handstand and full-twist dismount. With her explosive power, clean execution, and potential to contribute across multiple events, Avery is a Nebraska gymnast we'll have our eyes on this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4759"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ae928682024c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Molly Henriksen is heading into this season with plenty of momentum as she works her way back from injury and looks ready to make her return across the events. She gave us a glimpse of her potential last season, competing bars at both Level 9 State and Regionals, where she posted an impressive 9.4 at each competition. Now, she's looking to build on that experience with some exciting skills in the works. On vault, we're hoping to see her Yurchenko tuck full, while bars could feature a bail to handstand and a full pirouette-double tuck dismount. Floor is another event to watch, with a double pike in the mix. But beam could be where Molly really catches our attention, especially with a back handspring-layout stepout that floats effortlessly over the beam and a switch leap-straddle three-quarter combination. After battling back from injury, Molly is ready for a new chapter, and we're excited to see what she brings to the competition floor this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["99352"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ae928682025d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexis O'Keefe is looking poised to make a strong comeback as she returns from injury, and she's an exciting gymnast to keep on the radar this season. She brings a combination of precision and confidence to her gymnastics, with the potential to make an impact across all four events. Alexis has also been exploring her collegiate opportunities, including an official visit to McMurray. As she gets back into competition shape, there are plenty of skills we're excited to see. On vault, a Tsuk tuck full could be a highlight, while bars has some big skills in the mix, including a Jaeger, Pak, and full-in dismount. On beam, we're looking forward to her front toss-back handspring combination and Gainer pike dismount. Floor could bring even more excitement with a front through to double tuck and Rudi-layout stepout. With her attention to detail, confident presentation, and a strong collection of skills, Alexis has the potential to make her return a memorable one. We can't wait to see her back on the competition floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4290"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb2093f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reese Jones brings a combination of consistency, determination, and a strong work ethic to everything she does. A multi-sport athlete, she excels both in the gym and in track and field, and that athleticism shows in the power and control she brings to her gymnastics. One of Reese's biggest strengths is her ability to find the stick, consistently finishing her routines with confident, controlled landings. This season, we're excited to see her continue building on that foundation with some promising skills in the works. On beam, keep an eye out for her front toss and Gainer full dismount, while floor could feature a front double full and Rudi. Bars is another event where we're looking forward to seeing her make an impact, with strong vertical handstands and a double tuck dismount among the skills we're hoping to see. With her athletic versatility, steady performances, and knack for sticking landings, Reese is a gymnast who knows how to make every routine count. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4112"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20989"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kiara Jordan is heading into her senior season with plenty of momentum and an exciting future already lined up as a West Virginia commit. Coming off a strong year that included a trip to Nationals, Kiara has established herself as an athlete who can be counted on across all four events. Her consistency is a major strength, but what really sets her apart is the showmanship and personality she brings to the competition floor. She knows how to turn a routine into a performance, pairing confident presentation with the skills and execution to back it up. As she enters her final season of club gymnastics, we're excited to see her continue building on what she's already accomplished. Kiara brings a level of polish, presence, and performance quality that feels tailor-made for the collegiate stage. Her ability to deliver across the all-around while keeping the audience engaged makes her an exciting gymnast to watch, and West Virginia is getting an athlete who knows how to compete, perform, and rise to the occasion. We can't wait to see how she finishes her senior season before making the jump to Morgantown.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4291"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb209d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Logann Shoemaker is building on an exciting first season at Level 10, where she earned a spot at Regionals and competed on vault, beam, and floor. Now, she's looking to take another step forward with a strong collection of skills and upgrades that could make her an even bigger all-around threat. Logann has also been exploring her collegiate opportunities, making official visits to UW-Whitewater, UW-Stout, and UW-Eau Claire as she looks toward the next chapter of her gymnastics career. This season, we're excited to see her continue raising the difficulty across all four events. On vault, a Yurchenko full-on tuck-off is one to watch, while bars could feature a Ray, Pak, and toe-on front pike half dismount. Beam has several exciting possibilities, including a front toss-back handspring combination, back dive mount, Barani, and roundoff 1.5 dismount. On floor, keep an eye out for her Rudi-layout stepout. With valuable Level 10 experience under her belt, regional competition experience, and plenty of upgrades in the works, Logann is a gymnast with exciting potential heading into this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4761"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20a1c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nahzoni Topasna is coming off an impressive first season at Level 9, where she quickly made a name for herself as a vaulter to watch. Her powerful Yurchenko pike was a highlight, showcasing the kind of explosive amplitude and energy that immediately catches your attention. But Nahzoni brings more than just power to the competition floor. She pairs her athleticism with a level of precision and attention to detail that makes her gymnastics especially exciting to follow. Her strong work ethic is another part of what sets her apart, and she's the type of athlete who continues to push herself to improve. As she builds on her first year at Level 9, we're excited to see how she continues developing her skills and translating that hard work into competition performances. With her combination of explosive power, clean execution, and determination, Nahzoni has plenty of potential to take another step forward this season. She's definitely a name to keep on your radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["62617"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20a5b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dakota Smith is coming off an impressive Level 9 season that saw her qualify for Westerns and demonstrate her ability to score across all four events. She put together a strong collection of season highs, including a 9.45 on vault, 9.525 on bars, 9.425 on beam, and 9.35 on floor, showing the kind of all-around consistency that makes her an exciting athlete to follow. Now, Dakota is looking to build on that success with several upgrades we're eager to see this season. On vault, a Yurchenko tuck full could add another layer of difficulty to an event where she's already proven she can score big. Bars has some exciting additions in the works, including a bail and full pirouette, while beam could feature a front toss, switch leap-switch leap combination, back handspring-layout stepout, and roundoff-double full dismount. On floor, keep an eye out for her Rudi and double tuck. With Westerns experience under her belt, strong scoring potential across the all-around, and plenty of room to continue growing, Dakota is a gymnast we're excited to watch take the next step this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["5137"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20ad5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Macyn Glade is coming off an impressive season where her explosive power on vault was a major highlight, earning a season-high 9.475 on the event. But vault isn't the only place where Macyn can turn heads. She has an incredible ability to twist, bringing an exciting level of difficulty and athleticism to her gymnastics. This season, we're looking forward to seeing her showcase that ability with some impressive upgrades across all four events. On vault, both a Yurchenko full and Yurchenko 1.5 are skills we're eager to see, giving her the opportunity to build on an event where she's already proven she can put up big numbers. Bars could feature a piked Jaeger, while beam has several exciting possibilities, including a back handspring-layout, aerial to scale, and aerial-tuck 1.5 dismount. Floor may be where her twisting ability really shines, with a 2.5-front tuck and front layout-Rudi combination among the skills we're hoping to see. With explosive power, impressive aerial awareness, and the ability to bring big twisting skills to the competition floor, Macyn has all the ingredients for an exciting season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["99355"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20b1a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kennedi Collins is building on an exciting first season at Level 9 and looks ready to take another step forward as she heads into her sophomore year. She's coming into the new season looking strong, with several skills we're excited to see make their way into her routines. On vault, a Yurchenko pike is one to watch as she continues developing her power and difficulty. Beam could be especially exciting, with a front aerial-back handspring combination and back handspring-full dismount adding some dynamic elements to her routine. On floor, we're looking forward to seeing her front full-front tuck combination, bringing another opportunity to showcase her athleticism. With her first Level 9 season behind her and plenty of room to continue growing, Kennedi is an athlete we're excited to keep an eye on as she gains experience and builds her confidence at this level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["99356"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20b59"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Neely Malloy is just getting started at Level 9, and with plenty of room to grow, she's an exciting young gymnast to keep on your radar. A member of the class of 2031, Neely is already showing promise after a strong first season at this level, where she posted season-high scores of 9.3 on both beam and floor. As she gains more experience and continues developing her routines, we're excited to see what she can bring to the competition floor this season. On beam, we're hoping to see her add an aerial and a roundoff-1.5 dismount, while floor could feature a double tuck. With her first Level 9 season under her belt and several years ahead to build her skills, Neely has an exciting foundation to grow from. She's definitely one to watch as her gymnastics journey continues.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["99357"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aea01eb20b96"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Molly Sudbeck is a young powerhouse with an exciting future ahead of her. As a member of the class of 2033, she has plenty of time to continue developing her gymnastics, but she's already showing the kind of power and potential that make her a name to watch. This season, we're excited to see her bring some big skills to the competition floor across all four events. Vault could feature a Yurchenko full, while bars has an impressive lineup of potential upgrades, including a blind change-piked Jaeger, toe hand-Pak, and Maloney. On beam, we're looking forward to seeing her back handspring-layout-layout series, which could add plenty of difficulty to her routine. Floor is another event where Molly's power could really shine, with a full-in and 1.5-front full among the skills we're hoping to see. With explosive athleticism, big skills in the works, and so much room to grow, Molly is an exciting young gymnast with plenty of potential to make her mark in the years ahead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->