2025-2026 ATHLETES

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 Coach Eddie Umphrey is a former elite collegiate gymnast at the University of Michigan turned internationally recognized coach. As head coach of Grace Gymnastics in Katy, Texas, he guided Cayman Islands gymnast Raegan Rutty to become her nation’s first Olympic gymnast. Known for his athlete-first approach and belief in the transformational power of gymnastics, Eddie combines high-level performance experience with a passion for building young athletes' mind, body, and spirit through the sport of gymnastics.   

"Grace Choice Award for Leadership" 

awarded by Coach

She is Grace's Team Captain and competing level 10 this season. She is 17 years old and in the 12th grade. She started gymnastics at 8 years old. Her favorite color is navy.  She is always encouraging, motivating, and reminding her teammates of their goals to keep them going. 

Favorite Event: Bars

Favorite Skill: BHS Lay on beam

"Relentless Rise" 

awarded by Coach

Completed level 10 last season. She is 15 years old and in the 10th grade. She started gymnastics at 7 years old. Her favorite color is navy blue. She is quiet but strong. 

Favorite Event: Floor

Favorite Skill: Side Ariel on Beam

"Best Championship Performance" 

awarded by Coach

Completed level 10 last season. She is 15 years old and in the 10th grade. She started out tumbling at age six before beginning gymnastics five years ago. Her favorite color is light blue. She loves tacos and can always be heard cheering her teammates on during practice. She stays motivated by reviewing her progress over the years.

Favorite Event: Floor

Favorite Skill: Double Fulls

"Unwavering Warrior" 

awarded by Coach

Completed level 9 last season. She is 14 years old and in the 10th grade. She started gymnastics at age nine. Her favorite color is navy blue. She loves oranges and can always be heard laughing in the gym when she falls.. She stays motivated by listening to affirmations.

Favorite Event: Beam

Favorite Skill: Ariel on Beam