Level 9 gymnast Samantha O’Neil is a standout floor worker who demonstrates what perseverance, hard work, and growing confidence can accomplish. After breaking through mental blocks last season, O’Neil showcased a routine featuring a front full, front through to layout 1.5, and round-off layout 1.5, finished with beautiful dance elements. Over the off-season, she has continued to push her limits, training double backs, double pikes, Rudis, a front layout to Rudi connection, and a pike through to layout 1.5. Her tumbling continues to improve in both power and consistency, reflecting the progress she has made. With significant upgrades across every event, O’Neil is one to watch this season!