SPORTS: Law Gymnastics Team Flips Its Way To Success

(Photo courtesy Grace Wootten)
By Arianna Goenaga – Staff Reporter
The Law gymnastics team has completed its final routine of the season.
Law had many personal and team accomplishments this year, including posting its highest score – a 130 – in a win over rival Foran. The team placed third in SCCs this year and finished the year in seventh place at the Class S state tournament.
All of the girls on the team are close with one another and love to spend time together at meets and practices.
“I am sad this is my last year, but I am thankful that I have been a part of this team and have gotten to learn a lot from my coaches and peers,” senior Madison Sosa said.
Senior captain Kristin Frank has done gymnastics for 14 years and has been a part of a gym outside of high school as well. Being a part of another team has helped her tremendously when it comes to increasing her strength and improving her skills.
She is sad to see her high school career come to a close.
“I was actually very emotional my last week of high school gymnastics because this is my last season in sports,” Frank said. “The girls on the team have been so supportive and showed how much the seniors meant to them on senior night and at states.”
Senior Melanie Coleman set a school record this year in the beam and floor scores of 9.5. She beat the previous record of 9.4 for both events.
“Being my last year I am sad to go, but it was fun while it lasted,” Coleman said. “My teammates helped me get through a lot of things and I am glad I got the opportunity to help some of them as well.”
Coleman suggested that the team continue to work on trying to save their falls next year.
“A lot of points could be gained back just by practicing our skills and that repetition will lead to less mistakes,” said Coleman.
The girls help one another all of the time, whether it is making routines, spotting, or sharing knowledge and teaching new skills.
As the seniors this year leave, they all hope that the girls continue to support and help each other be successful.
