An Exciting and Disappointing Meet Seven: Utah State Championships

Making decisions is one of the hardest things for me to do. Last week, I had to make one of the hardest decisions that I have ever had to make, and of course it was a decision about gymnastics. Last weekend was Utah State Championships, and I had to choose whether or not I was going to compete.

My ankle was finally feeling better last week. I was pumped, because that meant I was able to train hard for state! But, on Monday, I was working my mount on bars and my back started hurting me a lot. A few of my teammates like Sam have had back problems, and I know how long they can take to heal. However, I have had muscle spasms in my back before and that’s what it felt like. I knew I just needed to rest.

Long story short, I tried working out the next day and my back was still hurting me. My coach said that I needed to decide wether or not to compete at state. We had a long discussion in which she told me that it was okay if I didn’t compete because I had gotten a high enough all around to be able to petition into Regionals.

This was a very hard decision for me to make because I really wanted to compete. After discussing this with my parents and other coaches, I decided that it was best if I didn’t compete. I was heartbroken, but I knew it was for the best.

Even though I didn’t compete, I still went to watch my teammates! They all did amazing. This was the best meet of the season for everyone, and everybody qualified for Regionals! They are in Phoenix, Arizona this year, hosted by Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics. 

This is the first year that there is Regionals for Level Sevens, and my teammate Elise was worried about qualifying. But, Elise qualified with flying colors! She even made the state team, which means that she is representing Utah at Regionals!

My whole team with the fifth place banner after everyone had competed!
Photo Courtesy Of: Amanda Johanson 

Yesterday, my coach got the message that they accepted my petition, so I will be joining my team in Phoenix! I can't wait to wrap up a good season with the rest of my team!

This is the Region 1 logo.
Photo Courtesy Of: Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics