DENTON, Texas (Dec. 6) – The TWU gymnastics team held its annual Holiday Spectacular Sunday afternoon and entertained over 500 fans in Kitty Magee Arena.
"We had another fantastic crowd today and it is so exciting to host Holiday Spectacular every year," said TWU head coach
Lisa Bowerman. "It is so nice to see our Chancellor and President Dr. Feyten, TWU community, local fans and TWU alumni out here today and supporting our team."
The entire squad took part in the Holiday Spectacular and performed some of their routines. Eight returning gymnasts – sophomores
Tessa Jaranowski,
Schyler Jones,
Alyssa Kelly,
Brandi Lazarus,
Mallory Moredock,
Abigail Versemann and
Taylor Vincent and junior
Katie Simpson - had the opportunity to show off their skills for the first time since the 2015 season ended, while five freshmen –
Erin Alderman,
Jenna Cashmore,
Madison Dickson,
Megan Gentry and
Kaitlyn Holley – made their collegiate debuts. Senior
Madison Kremer along with the entire team also performed a group Christmas dance at the end of the meet.
"We didn't put all our skills out there today but overall I am pleased with our performance," Bowerman said. "The freshmen got the opportunity to see what it's like to compete at the collegiate level and they did a great job."
The Pioneers will begin their 2016 regular season on Friday, January 8 when they host the defending NCAA National Champion Florida. The dual meet is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in Kitty Magee Arena.
