Tuesday, Feb 26, 2008

 

Lakota East Gymnastics Returning To State

The Lakota East gymnastics team won its second consecutive Southwest District Championship on Saturday and will return to Columbus for another run at a state title.

 

East produced its highest team score of the season edging out Northmont by a slim margin of 135.55-135.25 in the 15-team event. 

“They showed that they can compete under pressure when it counts,” said East head coach Margi Sammons.  “The team competed consistently and confidently. We started out as the first team up in the competition on beam and all six girls nailed their routines. That gave us confidence and momentum to hit our routines all day long.” 

The Thunderhawks came away with a bevy of recognitions and awards.  Named to the All-District team were Abbey Cramer, Jessica Derickson, Meghan Jones, Megan Duthie and Codie Owens.  Kira Krick and Jessica Derickson were named Scholar Athletes.  Lakota East won the Team Sportsmen of the Year Award also.  Coaches Mardi and Margi Sammons were recognized as District Coaches of the Year. 

“They worked so hard all season long for this title,” said Sammons.  “I am really proud of each of them.”  Next weeks State meet will once again be held at Hilliard Darby High School, near Columbus, Ohio, beginning Friday, Feb. 29.

For full results visit www.eastthunderhawks.com. 

- Dan Hilen, East Sports Information

 
 

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