North County Gymnastics Athletes Shine at Victory Classic and Boys State Championships
Team titles, event champions, and two All-Star selections highlight a remarkable weekend for Gyminny Kids athletes.
Owner, North County Gymnastics & The Gyminny Kids
Former Gymnast, Coach, Judge, and Father of Five Competitive Gymnasts
March 6-8th, 2026, was a major one for North County Gymnastics and The Gyminny Kids competitive teams, as athletes competed in two large championship events across Southern California.
Our girls' teams competed at the Victory Classic in Los Angeles, while our boys' teams competed at the California Boys State Championships in Temecula.
Across both competitions, NCG athletes delivered dozens of event championships, multiple team podium finishes, and several all-around titles.
Two athletes also earned one of the highest honors available in the sport at this level.
They were selected to represent Team California at Regionals as All-Star athletes, chosen from the top performers in the state.
Victory Classic Brings Together Over 2,200 Gymnasts
The Victory Classic, held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, featured 2,279 gymnasts competing across multiple levels of Development Program (DP) and Xcel gymnastics.
NCG athletes from 4S Ranch, Poway, Carlsbad, and La Costa delivered outstanding results.
NCG 4S Ranch Delivers Multiple Champions
The 4S Ranch team had one of the strongest performances of the weekend, producing 12 event champions and three all-around champions.
NCG 4S Ranch Team Results
• Xcel Gold — 3rd Place Team (113.00)
• Xcel Silver — 3rd Place Team (114.25)
• Xcel Bronze — 2nd Place Team (114.15)
Event Champions
• Molin Fu — Level 3 Beam 9.85
• Xavi Rodriguez — Level 3 Bars 9.7
• Gracee Mendoza — Xcel Silver Floor 9.725
• Oeunyoo Pak — Xcel Silver Vault 9.35, Beam 9.4, Floor 9.45
• Aashi Singh — Xcel Silver Bars 9.85
• Sophie Nam — Xcel Bronze Floor 9.75
• Charlotte Chaplick — Bars 9.725
• Mia Nestel — Xcel Bronze Vault 9.5
• Kalia Chavez — Bars 9.325
• Sireen Tawashi, 9.275 Floor
All-Around Champions
• Gracee Mendoza — Xcel Silver 38.15
• Finley Gundert — Xcel Gold 37.925
• Oeunyoo Pak — Xcel Silver 37.75
NCG Poway Team Earns Podium Finish
The Poway location also had a strong showing, highlighted by a team podium finish.
Team Result
• Level 7 — 3rd Place Team (112.5)
Event Champions
• Kianna Klinger — Beam 9.55
• Kira Limon — Floor 9.65
• Ana Humphrey — Bars 9.425
NCG Carlsbad Produces 21 Event Champions
The Carlsbad team had a dominant weekend, capturing 21 event championships and three all-around titles.
Team Results
• Level 9 — 2nd Place Team (111.55)
• Level 7 — 2nd Place Team (114.225)
• Level 6 — 3rd Place Team (111.7)
• Xcel Platinum — 4th Place Team (110.125)
Event Champions
• Emery Williams — Level 9 Vault 9.525, Beam 9.15
• Madison Daravong — Level 9 Beam 9.425, Floor 9.45
• Jacqueline Hernandez — Level 9 Bars 9.075
• Melody Martin — Level 9 Floor 9.5
• Eleanor Galyean — Level 7 Vault 9.475, Floor 9.675
• Kendall Pfankuch — Level 7 Beam 9.7
• Valerie Lutch — Level 7 Beam 9.55
• Kourtney Gibson — Level 7 Beam 9.45
• Zoe Walton — Level 6 Bars 9.1
• Elise Brown — Level 4 Vault 9.7
• Greta Griffis — Level 3 Vault 9.525, Bars 9.375, Floor 9.625
• Gabi Mello — Xcel Platinum Beam 9.5
• Londyn Bost — Xcel Gold Vault 9.625
• Leia Cabrera — Xcel Gold Beam 9.45
• Abby Chevalier — Xcel Gold Floor 9.375
All-Around Champions
• Jacqueline Hernandez — Level 9 36.7
• Kourtney Gibson — Level 7 37.275
• Willow Ventura — Level 6 37.225
NCG La Costa Athletes Earn Event Titles
The La Costa team added several more victories.
Event Champions
• Keeva Wang — Xcel Silver Bars 9.7
• Alice Bayao — Xcel Silver Beam 9.525
• Esmee Yuan — Xcel Bronze Bars 9.7
Boys State Championships in Temecula
At the same time, the North County Gymnastics boys teams competed at the California Boys State Championships in Temecula, where athletes from across the state competed for state titles and regional qualification.
Event Champions
• Alp Temocin — Level 7 Floor 12.05
• Rocket Gundert — Level 6 Floor 9.2, Vault 9.35
• Preston Tsai — Level 5 Floor 8.75, Pommel Horse 8.7
• Jackson Gould — Level 5 Vault 9.4
Team Result
• Level 6 Division 1/6E — 2nd Place Team (152.45)
Two NCG Athletes Selected for the California All-Star Team
One of the weekend's highest honors came with the selection of two North County Gymnastics athletes to the California All-Star Team, which represents the state's top gymnasts at each level.
These athletes will represent Team California at the Regional Championships.
All-Star Team Selections
• Rocket Gundert — Level 6
• Brandon Kendro — Level 9
Being selected to the All-Star Team means finishing among the very top athletes in California, a state widely recognized as one of the most competitive gymnastics regions in the country.
It is a tremendous accomplishment and a reflection of years of dedication, training, and perseverance.
A Weekend That Showcases the Strength of the NCG Program
From team podium finishes and event titles to all-around championships and state All-Star selections, the weekend demonstrated the strength of the North County Gymnastics competitive program.
Across all five Gyminny Kids locations, athletes continue to prove that hard work, strong coaching, and a positive training environment produce remarkable results.
Most importantly, these competitions represent the growth of young athletes who are learning discipline, resilience, and confidence through the sport of gymnastics.
Proud.
Daniel Gundert
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FAQs
What is the Victory Classic gymnastics competition?
The Victory Classic is one of the largest gymnastics competitions in Southern California, featuring more than 2,000 athletes competing across Development Program and Xcel levels.
What are the California Boys State Championships?
The California Boys State Championships determine the top gymnasts in the state across multiple levels, with the highest finishers qualifying for Regional Championships.
What does it mean to be selected for the California All-Star Team?
Gymnasts selected for the California All-Star Team are among the top performers in the state at their level and represent California at the Regional Championships.
Does North County Gymnastics have a competitive team?
Yes. North County Gymnastics and The Gyminny Kids offers competitive gymnastics teams for boys and girls at multiple levels, including Development Program and Xcel.
How do kids join the North County Gymnastics team?
Most athletes begin in recreational gymnastics classes and are invited to team through evaluation by coaches based on strength, skill progression, focus, and work ethic.
