Published: 04/14/2025 - 8:00 AM
The Willow Grove YMCA Twisters delivered a powerhouse performance at the 2025 YMCA Pennsylvania State Gymnastics Championships, hosted at the Willow Grove Y from April 4–6. With more than 560 gymnasts representing 15 YMCA teams from across the state, the Twisters rose to the occasion, earning 3 Team Championship titles, 63 Individual Event State Championship titles, and an incredible 40 athletes named to the PA Y State Team. It was a weekend filled with energy, excellence, and unforgettable moments for the Willow Grove program.
The 2025 State Championships also marked an emotional milestone for the Willow Grove YMCA Twisters as we celebrated the final home meet for our graduating seniors: Julianne Rudgunas, Kiera Bruton, Ama Dicastanado, Rebecca Cohen, Allie Krawczyk, and Chava Trachtman, and Allison Lessig.
These remarkable athletes have been cornerstones of our program, leading with grace, grit, and a deep commitment to their teammates and the sport. Their leadership, dedication, and resilience have left a lasting impact on our team culture, and they will be deeply missed on the competition floor. We are so proud of everything they’ve accomplished and look forward to watching them thrive in their next chapter.
Results & Highlights:
Level 8
The Level 8 team clinched the First Place Team Champion title. Notable individual accomplishments include:
- Roxy Spector: State Champion on Vault, Beam, Floor, and All-Around
- Mia Walinski: State Champion on Floor
- Olivia Lee: State Champion on Beam
- Remi Sasson: State Champion on Vault and All-Around
- Julianne Rudgunas: State Champion on Beam and Floor
- Toni Dallas: State Champion on Beam
The following gymnasts were named to the PA YMCA State Team:
- Roxy Spector
- Mia Walinski
- Lucy Muller
- Remi Sasson
- Julianne Rudgunas
- Toni Dallas
Level 7
The Level 7 team earned the First Place Team Champion title. Individual highlights include:
- Cersei Pfeffer: State Champion on Beam and All-Around
- Peyton Achilles: State Champion on Beam
Both Cersei Pfeffer and Peyton Achilles secured spots on the PA YMCA State Team.
Level 2
The Level 2 team achieved the First Place Team Champion title. Outstanding individual performances include:
- Kimi Lin: State Champion on Beam, Floor, and All-Around
- Trixie Mento: State Champion on Beam
- Cece Schippers: State Champion on Vault, Beam, Floor, and All-Around
- Corinne Lermitte: State Champion on Beam
The following gymnasts were named to the PA YMCA State Team:
- Kimi Lin
- Trixie Mento
- Cece Schippers
- Corinne Lermitte
Silver
The Silver team secured the Second Place. Notable individual accomplishments include:
- Francesca Fontenot: State Champion on Vault, Beam, Floor, and All-Around
- Elizabeth Zanfir: State Champion on Beam, Floor, and All-Around
- Ashe McCullough: State Champion on Vault
The following gymnasts were named to the PA YMCA State Team:
- Francesca Fontenot
- Arabella Merola
- Elizabeth Zanfir
- Ashe McCullough
Level 6
The Level 6 team earned the Second Place Team title. Individual highlights include:
- Angelina Raysor: State Champion on Beam and All-Around
- Aubrey Smith: State Champion on Beam and All-Around
- Arianna Robertson: State Champion on Beam
The following gymnasts were named to the PA YMCA State Team:
- Angelina Raysor
- Aubrey Smith
- Arianna Robertson
Platinum
The Platinum team secured the Third Place Team title. Notable individual performances include:
- Addison Matlack State Champion on Vault
- Adriyah Clark State Champion on Floor
Both Addison Matlack and Adriyah Clark secured spots on the PA YMCA State Team
Diamond
The Diamond team secured the Third Place Team title. Notable individual performances include:
- Emily Sanoy State Champion on Beam and the All-Around
- Julia Johnson State Champion on Floor
The following gymnasts were named to the PA YMCA State Team:
- Emily Sanoy
- Allison Lessig
Looking Ahead
Building on this momentum, the Twisters are preparing for the upcoming YMCA National Gymnastics Championship in Green Bay, Wisconsin, June 24th-29th. These achievements not only highlight the gymnasts' dedication but also the unwavering support from coaches, families, and the Willow Grove YMCA community.
About the Author
Mubarak Simmons
Gymnastics Director, Willow Grove YMCA
Mubarak has over two decades of expertise in gymnastics and acrobatics. He coaches athletes to achieve their dreams while having fun in the sport. His career includes tenure as a stuntman at Walt Disney World Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular Show, and a key role in winning the 2005 NCAA Gymnastics Team Championship at University of Oklahoma. Mubarak is a graduate in Political Science, and enjoys motorsports and quality time with his family.