The Greater Cincinnati YMCA Gymnastics Team from Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA traveled to Green Bay, Wisconsin in June to compete in the 2025 YMCA National Gymnastics Championship and Invitational. It was an unforgettable experience filled with powerful performances, personal growth, and plenty of team spirit.
This national meet brought together over 2,000 gymnasts from YMCAs across the country. For our athletes, it was the moment they had trained for all year. From the first salute to the final medal ceremony, they showed up with determination, grace, and joy. GCY had 16 gymnasts qualify and represent Cincinnati at this meet, including seniors Marie Hoelzle, Carina Dinardo, and Maura McDermott-Bucaro.
Special Shoutout to Our Seniors!
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Marie Hoelzle will be attending the University of Minnesota, studying Civil Engineering
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Carina Dinardo will be attending The Ohio State University, majoring in Biology on a Pre-Med track as part of the Honors Program
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Maura McDermott-Bucaro is headed off to Cincinnati State, where she plans to transfer to Cleveland State University and study Business.
We are so proud of the leadership, dedication, and legacy these seniors leave behind.
Individual Highlights
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Marie (Women’s Championship Level): All-American on Beam and Floor
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Michaela (Level 8): Bar Champion, 2nd All-Around, Qualified for Championships
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Maura (Xcel Diamond): Qualified for Championship Round
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Reese (Xcel Gold): Floor Champion
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Lyla (Level 4): 5th on Floor
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Claire (Level 6): 6th on Vault
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Xola (Level 2 – Jr. A Age Group): Floor Champion, 2nd on Bars and Beam, 3rd All-Around
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Charli and Emily (Level 2 – Jr. B Age Group): Tied Beam Champions
Team Achievement
4th Overall in Level 2 Team Awards
This was a standout year for our Level 2 gymnasts, who demonstrated incredible passion and consistency throughout the competition!
More than medals, this trip was about living out the values we practice every day at the Y. It was about setting goals and achieving them. Building relationships that lift us up. And belonging to a team that believes in each other, on and off the mat.
We are proud of every gymnast, coach, and parent who represented Greater Cincinnati with courage and character. You brought the mission of the YMCA to life in every routine, every team huddle, and every cheer. If you see a gymnast in the halls of PCY, tell them congratulations on an amazing season!