Presenting the USAG New Jersey 2026 Graduating Seniors
Taylor Adair-Heyward
Level 10
Arena/Gymland Gymnastics
Coaches: Ann & Valdi Kolasa, Candy & Mike Krotchko
Home Town: Princeton, NJ
Parents: Cherise Adair and Julian Heyward
Taylor plans to attend Yale University
Gymnastics Achievements:
2024 NJ Vault State Champion
4 time Level 10 Regional Qualifier
Words of Wisdom:
YHold fast to dreams
For if dreams die
Life is a broken-winged bird
That cannot fly.
-Langston Hughes
Madisyn Alemany
Level 10
Epic Gymnastics
Coaches: Jaime Solheim, Jaime Berkheiser, Victoria LeMunyon, Courtney Bodley-Orriss & Donna Tirrell
Home Town: Forked River, NJ
Parents: Holly & Justin
Madisyn plans to attend college to major in Sports Management
Academic Achievements:
High Honor Roll all 4 years of High School
Gymnastics Achievements:
5x Level 10 State/Regional Qualifier
Words of Wisdom:
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard, and confidence comes from the preparation no one sees. Trust the process, stay disciplined, and compete with heart every single time you step up.
Mariyah Aranbayev
Level 10
North Stars Gymnastics Academy
Coach: Ashley Umberger
Home Town: Queens, New York
Parents: Maury and Yosef Aranbayev
Mariyah plans to attend college to major in Sports Management
Words of Wisdom:
How you do anything is how you do everything!!
Giovannina Beltra
Level 10
All American Gymnastics
Coach: Diane Farrell
Home Town: Monroe Township, NJ
Parents: Erica Beltra and Henry Beltra
Giovannina plans to attend Boise State University to major in Exercise Science and Nutrition
Gymnastics Achievements:
2025 Vault State Champion
Regional and National Qualifier 2022-25
Words of Wisdom:
You are going to fall. A lot. You’ll peel off the bars, sit down on a beam series, and crash more vaults than you can count. In this sport, failure isn’t the opposite of success; it’s the blueprint for it. Every time you miss, your body is learning what not to do. Don’t be afraid of the floor; it’s been my greatest teacher.
Kaitlyn Bianco
Level 8
TNT Elite Gymnastics
Coach: Kris
Home Town: Cherry Hill NJ
Parents: Kristyn and Tom
Kaitlyn plans to attend East Stroudsburg University to major in Nursing
Words of Wisdom:
Be the best you that you can be, take nothing for granted, and most importantly have fun, bc it goes by so fast, and only YOU can really control what your life becomes, make it for the better.
Sophia Cassese
Level 10
Arena/Gymland
Coaches: Ann Kolasa, Valdi Kolasa, Candy Krotchko
Home Town: Princeton, NJ
Parents: Allie & David
Sophia plans to attend the University of Iowa to major in Human Physiology
Gymnastics Achievements:
2025 Level 10 NJ State Vault Champion
2024 Level 10 NJ State Vault Champion
2025 Level 10 NJ State AA Silver Medalist
3x Level 10 Regional Qualifier
University of Iowa Gymnastics Commit
Words of Wisdom:
Practice as if it’s competition, but compete as if it’s practice.
Catherine Chin
Level 9
Head Over Heels – Middletown
Coaches: Jacqui Taylor & Vlad Karvacky
Home Town: Middletown, NJ
Parents: April and Ed Chin
Catherine plans to attend college to major in Nursing
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society
Science National Honor Society
French National Honor Society
High Honor Roll every marking period in High School
Gymnastics Achievements:
Level 3 States: 2nd VT, 3rd BB, 3rd AA
Level 5 States: 1st BB, 1st FX, 2nd VT, 3rd AA
Level 6 States: 2nd FX, 3rd VT
Level 7 States: 3rd FX
Level 8 States: 1st FX, 3rd VT, 3rd BB, 2nd AA
Level 8 Regionals: 3rd VT, 3rd BB
Level 9 States: 2nd VT
Level 9 Regionals: 2nd BB
Words of Wisdom:
If I could give you one piece of advice, it would be to slow down and cherish every moment. Right now it might feel like just another practice or meet, but these are the moments shaping you. Gymnastics will teach you more than skills. It will teach you resilience, confidence, and how to get back up when things don’t go your way. The medals won’ t matter as much years from now, but the memories and the people will. Give your whole heart to this sport while you can. The days feel long but the years fly by and one day you’ll realize just how special this part of your life was as I am now.
Katherine Cudmore
Level 10
Paramount Gymnastics
Coaches: Melissa Fox and Molli Cunningham
Home Town: Skillman, NJ
Parents: Cheryl and John Cudmore
Katherine plans to attend Ithaca College
Academic Achievements:
Honor Roll
Gymnastics Achievements:
4x Regional Qualifier
Ithaca College Gymnastics Commit
Words of Wisdom:
Keep working hard and everything will work out.
Ariana Diaz
Level 8
Shields Gymnastics
Coaches: Amanda, David, and Linda
Home Town: Hillsborough, NJ
Parents: Maria Sinfon and Edilberto Diaz
Ariana plans to attend the University of South Florida to major in Biomedical Sciences
Academic Achievements:
Honor Roll
German Honor Society
AP Scholar
Gymnastics Achievements:
2024 & 2025 Regional Qualifier
2024 & 2025 Skyland Conference Champions (High School)
2025 Section D Champions (High School)
Words of Wisdom:
Some days are hard, some days are amazing, but every moment matters. Gymnastics is one of a kind, so cherish it… and most of all, have fun and trust yourself.
Sophia Domenick
Excl Sapphire
Rock Gymnastics
Coach: Melissa Hayes
Home Town: Jackson, NJ
Parents: Jaymi and Jeff Domenick
Sophia plans to attend Ursinus College to major in Pre-Med
Academic Achievements:
National Technical Honor Society
Honor Roll all 4 years of High School
Gymnastics Achievements:
2022-2026 Varsity Gymnast
’25-’26 Gymnastics Captain
Words of Wisdom:
Remember, some things have to end for better things to begin.
Christina Fallon
Level 10
Gymnastics University
Coach: Kierstin Sokolowski
Home Town: Monroe Township, NJ
Parents: Deirdre and John Fallon
Christina plans to attend Michigan State University to major in Kinesiology
Academic Achievements:
Honor Roll
National Honor Society
Spanish Honor Society
Gymnastics Achievements:
Michigan State University Gymnastics Commit
Words of Wisdom:
Take one day at a time and trust the process.
Megan Gengler
Level 10
Paramount Gymnastics
Coaches: Melissa Fox and Molli Cunningham
Home Town: Hillsborough, NJ
Parents: Melissa Fox and Charles Gengler
Megan plans to attend Quinnipiac University to major in Psychology
Academic Achievements:
Honor Roll
Gymnastics Achievements:
2022 Level 8 State Floor Champion
2022 Level 8 Regional Floor Champion
2023 Level 9 Regional Floor Champion
2023 Level 9 Eastern National 3rd AA
2024 & 2025 Level 10 Regional Qualifier
Quinnipiac Acro and Tumbling Team Commit (Academic and Athletic Scholarship)
Words of Wisdom:
Don’t take your time for granted, so embrace the good and the hard days. Drills are important!
Gia Griscom
Level 10
Atlantic Coast Gymnastics
Coaches: Darlene Blank and Jason Douglas
Home Town: Woolwich, NJ
Parents: Jason & Holly
Gia plans to attend Penn State University to major in Pre-Med
Academic Achievements:
4.1 GPA
STEM Academy
School of Health Professions
National Honor Society
World Language Honor Society
Gymnastics Achievements:
Previous Bar State Champion
Level 8 Regional Competitor
Level 9 Regional and Eastern National Competitor
Words of Wisdom:
The work you do when no one is watching is what shows when everyone is.
Chelsea Horner
Xcel Diamond
Epic Gymnastics
Coaches: Victoria LeMunyon, April Musgrave & Courtney Bodley-Orriss
Home Town: Howell, NJ
Parent: Michele Horner
Chelsea plans to attend college to major in Elementary Education
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society Member
Maintained Honor Roll 4 Years
50+ Hours Community Service
Gymnastics Achievements:
2024 Regional Qualifier
2025 Regional Qualifier
Words of Wisdom:
Not every practice is going to feel great, and that’s okay. The days that test you are the ones that actually make you better. Don’t compare your progress to anyone else’s, just focus on getting a stronger each day. If you keep showing up and putting in the work, it will pay off.
Amelia Hornung
Level 9
Sisters Gymnastics Academy
Coaches: Jenn and Lisa
Home Town: Hackettstown, NJ
Parents: Carrie and Andrew Hornung
Amelia plans to attend the University of Delaware to major in Health Science
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society
Words of Wisdom:
Appreciate your teammates and stay close to them because when the days get hard and quitting feels like the easiest option, your friends will be the reason you return, allowing you to have a new opportunity to try again.
Audrey Klingner
Level 10
Cherry Hill Gymnastics
Coaches: Scott and Nina Weller
Home Town: Haddon Heights, NJ
Parents: Tara and Erik Klingner
Audrey plans to attend college to major in Health Sciences
Academic Achievements:
National Honors Society Secretary
French Honors Society
Gymnastics Achievements:
2 Time Level 9 Eastern National Qualifier
2024- 4th AA, and 3rd Place Beam at Easterns
2025- 2nd Place Vault at Easterns
2025 Level 9 State and Regional Vault Champion
Words of Wisdom:
One of the most important things in life is to trust yourself and your abilities, you are so much more capable than you believe. Remember to always have fun and trust the process wherever it takes you.
Sophie Knapp
Level 10
US Gymnastics Development Center II
Coaches: Bec Ribeiro, Emma Tucker & Cody Drey
Home Town: Teaneck, NJ
Parents: Chavie and Stephen
Sophie plans to attend college
Academic Achievements:
Honor Roll
Gymnastics Achievements:
Level 10 Regional Qualifier 2025
2024 Level 9 Eastern National Floor Champion
2023 Maccabiah United States Gymnastics Team Member 2026, 2022
Words of Wisdom:
Everything happens for a reason. Even if your path shifts, your destination doesn’t have to. Stay focused, keep pushing forward, and trust in your ability to get where you’re meant to be. No one else gets to define your limits.
Katie Koenig
Xcel Diamond
Epic Gymnastics
Coach: Victoria Lemunyon
Home Town: Manasquan, NJ
Parents: Matt and Mary Koenig
Katie plans to attend Gardner Webb University to major in Biology
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society
Words of Wisdom:
God is good all the time.
Be kind to others and do everything in love.
Jordan Lackey
Level 9
Premier Gymnastics
Coaches: Bayleigh Fobes and Jim Logan
Home Town: Monroe Township NJ
Parents: Michelle and Fred Lackey
Jordan plans to attend college to major in Forensic s\Science
Academic Achievements:
Honor Roll all 4 years
Member of the National Honors Society
50+ Volunteer Service Hours.
Words of Wisdom:
If you ever don’t feel good enough, eat Taco Bell.
Jessica Leonard
Xcel Diamond
C.S. Gymnastics
Coaches: Becky Neidhardt and Ally Colombari
Home Town: Randolph, NJ
Parents: Jennifer and Chris
Jessica plans to attend college to major in Environmental Studies
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society
NAHS President
National Art, English, Math, and Social Studies Honor Societies
Honor Roll- 4 years
Gymnastics Achievements:
High School 2nd Team All-league on balance beam 2023
High School Honorable Mention All-league 2024
Audrey Marnick
Xcel Sapphire
North Stars Gymnastics
Coach: Diane Breault
Home Town: Wayne, NJ
Parents: Cathy & Dennis
Audrey plans to attend college to major in Occupational Therapy
Academic Achievements:
High Honor Roll
Inducted into the Italian Honors Society
Gymnastics Achievements:
4 Years competing at Wayne Hills Varsity Gymnastics
1st Runner Up -TAP into Wayne Athlete of the Year 2025
Xcel Jr. Sapphire AA National Gymnastics Champion 2025
Recipient of the 2026 Bill & Donna Strauss Legacy Award – Parkettes Invitational
Words of Wisdom:
To always trust yourself and your abilities, you can do more than you think and to stay confident in yourself even if you don’t feel like it.
Audrey Marnick
Xcel Sapphire
North Stars Gymnastics
Coach: Diane Breault
Home Town: Wayne, NJ
Parents: Cathy & Dennis
Audrey plans to attend college to major in Occupational Therapy
Academic Achievements:
High Honor Roll
Inducted into the Italian Honors Society
Gymnastics Achievements:
4 years competing at Wayne Hills Varsity Gymnastics
1st Runner Up -TAP into Wayne Athlete of the Year 2025
Xcel Jr. Sapphire AA National Gymnastics Champion 2025
Recipient of the 2026 Bill & Donna Strauss Legacy Award – Parkettes Invitational
Words of Wisdom:
To always trust yourself and your abilities, you can do more than you think and to stay confident in yourself even if you don’t feel like it.
Bianca Marotta
Excl Platinum
Randolph Gymnastics
Coaches: Shelly Ward & Kenny Coleman
Home Town: Mount Arlington, NJ
Parents: Casandra & Joe Marotta
Bianca plans to attend West Virginia University to major in Sports Management
Academic Achievements:
•Honor Roll – All Four Years
National Honor Society
Spanish National Honor Society
National Art Honor Society
50+ Volunteer Service Hours
Words of Wisdom:
Being independent means learning when to stand firm and when to grow.
Daniela Montilla
Xcel Diamound
Paramount Gymnatics
Coach: Molli Cunningham
Home Town: Nashville, TN
Parents: Tibisay and Jesus Cisneros
Daniela plans to attend college to major in Pre-Vet
Academic Achievements:
At my previous school, I was selected for the Winner Circle award, which is given each year to one student who best represents the qualities of an outstanding high school student. I received a medal and certificate and was recognized at graduation by wearing the medal. This honor reflects my dedication to academic excellence, leadership, and strong character throughout high school.
I was also recognized as a Marvelous Mustang, a monthly award given to one student who demonstrates strong character, leadership, and academic dedication. This honor reflected my consistent commitment to excellence both in and out of the classroom.
Gymnastics Achievements:
During the 2024–2025 season, I competed in Xcel Platinum and became the Regional All-Around Champion, placing 1st overall.
2022 Season: Competed in Xcel Gold and earned the title of State Beam Champion, placing 1st on beam at the State Championships. This achievement reflected my focus, precision, and dedication to refining my skills.
Words of Wisdom:
Gymnastics has taught me the importance of taking things one step at a time. When I’m on beam or bars, I don’t think about the entire routine — I focus on the skill in front of me. By slowing down and staying present, I perform with more confidence and control. There will always be hard practices, setbacks, and moments of doubt, but those are the moments that shape you the most. Growth doesn’t happen overnight, and you don’t have to have everything figured out at once. Trust the process, stay patient with yourself, and focus on the next right step.
Supriyha Moore
Level 10
Hendersons Gymnastics Academy
Coaches: Mark Henderson, Ammarie Henderson
Home Town: Edison, NJ
Parents: Ketu’rah Moore & Rodrick Moore
Supriyha plans to attend college to major in Biochemistry
Gymnastics Achievements:
2nd State Champion for High School Gymnastics
Level 9 Eastern Qualifier
Words of Wisdom:
You’ll never truly experience if you allow fear to take control of your actions.
Gabby Pannacciulli
Level 10
ENA Gymnastics
Coaches: Craig, Lou and Faith
Home Town: Glen Rock, NJ
Parents: Mike and Sarah
Gabby plans to attend Baylor University to major in Aviation Sciences-Professional Flight
Gymnastics Achievements:
Level 9 Easterns First All Around and Bars
Words of Wisdom:
Never forget you started gymnastics because it’s fun!
Mia Pecora
Level 8
Bright Stars Gymnastics
Coaches: Bonnie Petitt & Allie Patton
Home Town: Linwood, NJ
Parents: Steven & Stephanie
Mia plans to attend the University of Florida to major in Health Science/Pre-Med
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society Officer
Graduating Summa Cum Laude (5.17 GPA)
Gymnastics Achievements:
Level 8 Regional Qualifier
Words of Wisdom:
Stay patient, stay coachable, and stay consistent. But most importantly, never lose the joy and always have fun.
Lily Power
Level 10
ENA Paramus
Coaches: Craig Zappa, Lou Levine, Faith Baranow
Home Town: Ramsey, NJ
Parents: Joy and Dan
Lily plans to attend Auburn University to major in Biology
Academic Achievements:
National Honors Society
International Language Honors Society
Principal’s List all 4 years of high school.
Gymnastics Achievements:
4 time Level 10 National Qualifier
Top 10 AA finish at Level 10 Nationals 2025
NJ State Bars and Beam Champion 2024
Region 7 Regionals Beam Champion 2024
Level 9 Eastern National Qualifier 2021
Words of Wisdom:
Those who chase the challenges will grow beyond their limits. That’s where true confidence is built. The struggle today becomes the strength tomorrow.
Lindsay Pseja
Level 10
Dreams Gymnastics
Coaches: Beta Monari and Yury Timofeev
Home Town: Westwood NJ
Parents: Lena and Eric
Lindsay plans to attend the University of Minnesota to major in Nursing
Academic Achievements:
High Honor Roll all four years of Highschool
Gymnastics Achievements:
3x National Qualifier
2x Region 7 All Star Team
2x DP National Team
NJ State Record Holder
Words of Wisdom:
All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.
Shelby Reno
Level 10
Head Over Heels Gymnastics – Parlin
Coaches: Toni Borden and Ben Dungee
Home Town: Sayreville, NJ
Parents: Shiela and Sal
Shelby plans to attend college to major in Biochemistry
Academic Achievements:
National Honors Society
Math Honors Society
Science Honors Society
Spanish Honor Society
Summa Cum Laude (4.65 GPA)
StudentCouncil Vice President
Peer Leade
Gymnastics Achievements:
2022 Level 8 Regional All Around Champion
St. Thomas Aquinas High School Gymnastics Captain
1st Place Team in the State, 3rd Individual All Around 38.2, 3rd Vault 9.75, All State First Team
Words of Wisdom:
Don’t let anyone tell you who you are or what you need. You know yourself best. If things don’t work out the way you planned, don’t get discouraged. Push through everyday with confidence because progress is progress no matter how small. Always trust your gut and go with the flow.
Amy Rubinstein
Level 10
Sisters Gymnastics Academy
Coaches: Miss Lisa and Miss Jen
Home Town: Mount Olive, NJ
Parents: Matthew and Jennifer Rubinstein
Amy plans to attend Manhattan University to major in Health Science
Academic Achievements:
High Honor Roll all 4 years
Gymnastics Achievements:
2022 Level 8 Beam State Champion
2023 Level 8 Bars and Floor State Champion
2023 Level 8 Regional Super Team
2024 Level 9 Eastern Qualifier
Words of Wisdom:
One bad turn doesn’t define you as an athlete, it’s how you respond that shows who you are.
Haley Smith
Level 9
Freehold Elite Gymnastics
Coaches: Samantha Chonillo and Gianna Bellomo
Home Town: Freehold, NJ
Parents: Lindsay and Todd
Haley plans to attend Georgian Court University to major in Nursing
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society
4 Straight years of Honor Roll achievements
Gymnastics Achievements:
Xcel Diamond All Around National Champion 2023
High School Team State Champions in 2022
High School All Around State Qualifier 2025
Georgian Court University Acrobatics and Tumbling commitment
Words of Wisdom:
How you respond to the challenge in the second half will determine what you become after the game, whether you are a winner or a loser.
Hayley Smith
Level 10
Will-Moor Gymnastics
Coaches: Kim Bonus, Jeanne Kane, John Ramirez and Emilio Ramirez
Home Town: Cherry Hill, NJ
Parents: Philip and Jenessa Smith
Hayley plans to attend college to major in Spanish and Education
Academic Achievements:
National English Honor Society
National Spanish Honor Society
Honor Roll
Seal of Bi-literacy
Gymnastics Achievements:
2025 Level 9 Eastern Bar Bronze Medalist; 6th AA
2025 Level 9 Region 7 Bar Champion
2025 Level 9 NJ State Bar Silver Medalist
2024,2025 Eastern Qualifier
2024 Level 9 NJ state Bar Bronze Medalist
2022 Level 8 Region 7 Bar Champion
Words of Wisdom:
Do it for YOU!
Jackie Smith
Xcel Diamond
All American Gymnastics
Coaches: Jan Smith, Brianne Sciametta, Rik Scarpino
Home Town: Ocean Township, NJ
Parents: Jan and Bill Smith
Jackie plans to attend Ole Miss University to major in Nursing
Academic Achievements:
National Honor Society
Words of Wisdom:
Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.
Olivia Schwartz
Xcel Diamond
Ignite Gymnastics
Coach: Ron Chacon
Home Town: Lacey, NJ
Parents: Josh & Janet Schwartz
Olivia plans to attend Stockton University to major in Nursing
Academic Achievements:
STEM Academy
NHS
High Honor Roll
1st Place LTHS 2026 Science Fair
Gymnastics Achievements:
Varsity Team Captain
2nd Place All Around State Champion XCEL Platinum
LTHS Gymnastics B South Champions 22’&25′.
Words of Wisdom:
The journey in gymnastics is a testament to the power of perseverance, where each new skill builds not just strength but also character.
Kyla Talty
Level 8
Shields Gymnastics
Coaches: Amanda, David, and Linda
Home Town: Flemington, NJ
Parents: Laura and Joseph
Kyla plans to attend St Joseph University PA to major in Criminology
Academic Achievements:
Consistent Honors and AP classes throughout High School
Involved in multiple clubs being named Co-President for one
Gymnastics Achievements:
2 years captain of High School Team
2x Skylands Champs
Placed 3 in the State as aTeam for the 2023 High School Season
Earning The Bradshaw Coaches Award in 2025
Words of Wisdom:
Don’t rush through the moments you once prayed for.
Sophia Taskova
Level 10
Go for the Gold Gymnastics
Coaches: Anne Meade & Ivan Taskov
Home Town: Parsippany, NJ
Parents: Ivan Taskov and Silviya Taskova
Sophia plans to attend college to major in International business
Gymnastics Achievements:
1st Easterns National Bar Champion 2021
Words of Wisdom:
Do it for yourself and nobody else.