Grace, Grit, and Gold: Indiana’s Gymnastics Talent

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Indiana continues to showcase an impressive gymnastics talent, with athletes across the state entering the upcoming season with exciting upgrades and plenty of momentum. Let's see what the state of Indiana has to offer!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4396"],"_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-6ac829ee20ff4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deveau's School of Gymnastics Level 10 gymnast Chelsea DeLauter stands out for the poise and confidence she brings to every event. On bars, she previously competed a strong bail to handstand and an impressive blind layout 1.5 dismount, and has added an upgraded straddle Jaeger this summer. On beam, DeLauter has improved the execution and height of her barani and front toss to back handspring series, while also upgrading her beat jump split 3/4 jump to a beat jump pike 3/4 jump. She has also upgraded her Yurchenko layout to a Yurchenko layout full, generating great momentum through her entry and height off the table. Her ability to overcome injury and return stronger speaks to her grit and determination, while her upgrades and confident presence make her a gymnast poised to make an impact this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["97113"],"_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-6ac829ee21065"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='97113' first='Macy' last='Sheets'], a Level 9 gymnast and team captain at The Flip Zone, stands out for her resilience, consistency, and leadership. She continued training throughout her recovery from thumb surgery, demonstrating the dedication and determination she brings to her performance. Since August, Sheets has been working her way back into tumbling, including front fulls and a beautiful round-off layout 1.5 to front tuck connection. On beam, she is also training a back handspring step-out to layout step-out series with improved execution. Beyond her strong landings and consistency, Sheets' leadership throughout the past season has made her a standout teammate and gymnast to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4395"],"_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-6ac829ee2108d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='4395' first='Addison' last='Reiser'] is a powerhouse whose amplitude and explosiveness shine on vault and floor. She previously competed a front handspring front tuck half vault with impressive height and has been training exciting upgrades this summer. On bars, she recently caught a Ray on the rail bar, made strong progress on her Pak, and has been working double layouts with solid landing execution upgrading from her previously competed double back. She has also trained a round-off double layout on to a mat in the pit, further showcasing her power. With her versatility and amplitude across multiple events, it's no surprise Reiser has committed to Western Michigan. It will be exciting to watch her progress!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4129"],"_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-6ac829ee210ad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaycie Phelps Athletic Center gymnast [player_tooltip player_id='4129' first='Zoey' last='Juntgen'] stands out for her athleticism, dynamic tumbling, clean lines, and polished finishes. Over the summer, she upgraded her Rudi on floor by adding a beautiful layout step-out connection and made promising progress on her round-off double back, showing increasing consistency. She has also made strides on her Yurchenko layout full, gaining power and height while improving her landing execution. Don't miss Juntgen on bars, where she performs a high-flying Tkatchev, and be sure to check out <a href="https://prepgymnastics.com/2026/08/the-august-recruit-report-class-of-2027-beam-prospects/" data-type="link" data-id="https://prepgymnastics.com/2026/08/the-august-recruit-report-class-of-2027-beam-prospects/">The August Recruit Report: Class of 2027 Beam Prospects</a> to read more about her work on beam and why she is a standout recruit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4137"],"_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-6ac82d1e75a9f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='4137' first='Lillian' last='Lam'], the reigning 2026 Level 10 State All-Around and Bars Champion, continues to elevate her routines with impressive upgrades. Previously competing a straddle Jaeger, Pak salto, and double-back dismount, Lam has upgraded to a high-flying full in dismount, building consistency and improving her landing execution throughout the offseason. On beam, she has been training a triple series—back handspring, back handspring step-out to layout step-out showing impressive execution and consistency. She also showcases a beautiful aerial to 180 split jump connection, adding another standout element to an already strong routine. With her combination of difficulty, precision, and consistency, Lam is a gymnast to watch this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4023"],"_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-6ac82d1e75af7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Future Rutgers commit [player_tooltip player_id='4023' first='Mia' last='Minton'] brings power, polish, and dynamic qualities to her gymnastics, making even difficult skills look effortless. She has added several exciting upgrades this summer, including an impressive front aerial to scale (E element) and a beat jump to side aerial on beam, as well as, front layout to front full, front through to round-off double back, and round-off layout 1.5 to front full on floor. On bars, she is also training two new releases: an Ezhova and a Van Leeuwen. Combined with her beautiful 180-degree leaps, Minton's upgrades make her one to watch. It should be an exciting season for this talented gymnast!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["4394"],"_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-6ac82d1e75b41"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Victory Gymnastics Academy gymnast [player_tooltip player_id='4394' first='Reina' last='Kawamura'] is a strong beam worker, highlighted by her composure and beautiful 180-degree leaps. Over the offseason, she added an impressive triple series featuring a back handspring layout step-out to layout step-out, further elevating her beam routine. Kawamura has also been making exciting upgrades across the other events, including a layout double full dismount, Pak salto, and Gienger on bars. Her training on floor continues to showcase her power, with a upgraded round-off whip to double full and continued work on a round-off double pike. Kawamura's upgrades paired with her precision and power make her a gymnast that could contribute across multiple events in a college program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["96588"],"_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-6ac82d1e75b8a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Level 9 gymnast [player_tooltip player_id='96588' first='Emma' last='Peterson'] brings confidence, grit, and power to every event. She previously competed a Tsukahara pike, generating impressive power and showing strong landing execution, and is now training a Tsukahara layout. Peterson has made several upgrades during the off season, including improved execution on her bail and a blind full to double-back dismount on bars. On beam, she has added a switch leap to back tuck connection, and a back handspring to back tuck series with impressive height, along with a side aerial and tuck gainer dismount. On floor, she is training a front full and front through to round-off layout 1.5. With her upgrades, impressive 180-degree jumps and leaps, and consistent landings, it will be exciting to watch Peterson in the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["96591"],"_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-6ac82d1e75bd1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Level 9 gymnast [player_tooltip player_id='96591' first='Maia' last='Ven'] showed incredible determination last season as she recovered from ankle surgery and went on to win first place on Vault at Regionals with Yurchenko layout, earning an impressive 9.675. Ven is now training an upgraded Yurchenko full for the upcoming season, and on bars, she has begun training an impressive double layout full dismount into the pit. Ven's beam work is marked by great consistency and execution, including a back handspring step-out to layout step-out series that she has performed as many as seven times in a row. On floor, she is gaining consistency with a round-off 1.5 to front layout and round-off double back while also training an upgraded round-off layout 2.5. Her combination of power, clean lines, and consistency makes Ven an exciting gymnast to keep an eye on as she continues to build on her momentum this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["97114"],"_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-6ac82d1e75c18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Level 9 Class of 2030 gymnast [player_tooltip player_id='97114' first='McKinley' last='Seals'] brings power, poise, and solid landing execution to every event. Last season, she impressed on bars with a Pak salto and double-back dismount, while her dynamic tumbling on floor included a front full to front pike and round-off layout 1.5 to front pike. She attended Eastern Nationals for Beam and Vault, where her beam routine featured a back handspring layout step-out, 180-degree leaps, straddle jump to back tuck connection, and round-off layout 1.5 dismount. On vault she performed a powerful yurchenko layout earning an impresive 9.7. This summer, Seal has continued to build, adding a round-off double back on floor and caught her first Jaeger on bars. These exciting upgrades combined with Seal's previously polished skills make her an athlete to watch and she continues to progress!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the season approaches, keep an eye on Indiana's rising talent—we're excited to see these athletes put their hard work to the test in competition!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->