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Gold Coast Glory: Y Gymnasts Rise to the Challenge at 2025 Nationals

14 July 2025

The 2025 Australian National Championships have wrapped up on the Gold Coast, and we are incredibly proud of our Y Geelong gymnasts.

Representing Team Victoria, our athletes delivered standout performances filled with strength, precision, and competitive spirit across all levels.

From debut competitors to seasoned athletes, our gymnasts showcased their dedication, determination, and love for the sport on the national stage.

Senior International

Our most experienced athlete took to the floor with poise and power, showing exactly what years of hard work can produce at the top level of competition.
ASHER BAYLES – 3rd All Around, 6th Bars, 8th Beam, 8th Floor | 🥇 Team Gold

Future International

In her first year at this level, Poppy held her own against some of the country’s best up-and-coming athletes. A remarkable debut with plenty more to come!
POPPY MASTERS – 5th All Around, 3rd Vault, 10th Bars, 5th Beam, 8th Floor | 🥇 Team Gold

Level 10

Our Level 10 athletes displayed grit and grace, tackling tough routines with confidence and maturity in one of the most challenging divisions.
VIVIAN BAYLES – 10th All Around, 9th Vault, 15th Bars, 16th Beam, 9th Floor
CHARLI COX – 17th All Around, 3rd Vault, 22nd Bars, 19th Beam, 7th Floor

Level 9 Over

Mia put together a beautiful competition, showing strong form across all events and making her mark among Victoria’s top Level 9 gymnasts.
MIA FESTWER – 6th All Around, 10th Vault, 12th Bars, 4th Beam, 5th Floor | 🥈 Team Silver

Level 9 Under

Our younger Level 9 competitors impressed with their consistency, control, and podium-worthy routines. A brilliant effort from both Lucy and Porsche.
PORSCHE BATES – 11th All Around, 9th Vault, 9th Bars, 11th Beam, 10th Floor
LUCY RIDDLE – 4th All Around, 11th Vault, 1st Bars (🥇), 3rd Beam, 6th Floor | 🥈 Team Silver

Level 8 Under

Aria took on her first nationals with great energy and focus, showing strong skills and big potential for the future.
ARIA – 13th All Around, 19th Vault, 5th Bars, 13th Beam, 15th Floor

Level 9 Under (Men’s Artistic Gymnastics)

Our sole MAG representative, Mitch, brought determination and style to his routines, holding his own in a highly skilled national field.
MITCH – 11th All Around, 5th Floor, 8th Pommel, 5th Rings, 12th High Bar

A huge congratulations to all of our athletes, coaches, and families. You’ve made the Y Geelong community proud with your hard work and success—bring on the next chapter!