Official Results: Gem City Squad Crowned 2025 US Finals Champs
What a season it’s been— and what a story to tell! After an incredible showing at the 2025 US Finals in Myrtle Beach on April 5, our Senior Elite Level 2 squad was originally announced as silver medalists. But as we recently found out: that wasn’t the end of the story.
Shortly after the competition, questions arose regarding eligibility and performance discrepancies in our division. An investigation was launched by the organizing body, and after a thorough review, we received the news we had only dreamed of…
Our squad has officially been named NATIONAL CHAMPIONS at the 2025 US Finals!
That’s right—our Senior Elite Level 2 athletes didn’t just perform like champions; they are champions. We are so proud of their resilience, sportsmanship, and the dedication they poured into this journey. Sometimes the path to the podium takes a few twists and turns—but this team never gave up, and now they have the title to prove it.
Congratulations to our athletes, coaches, and supportive families for this incredible achievement. You earned it!
Peak Performance When It Mattered Most
In their most important routine of the season, our squad achieved what every cheer team dreams of – they earned the coveted “HIT ZERO” deductions title! That’s right – a completely flawless performance with ZERO deductions on the biggest stage of their season. This exceptional achievement demonstrates the precision, discipline, and teamwork these athletes have developed throughout their journey together.
The senior squad is coached by Hope Huff and Ashley Schralla. You can read more about our all star cheer program here.
Phoenix Roster
- Kinsey Baker, 13, Quincy
- Dorothy Boehmer, 15, Pittsfield
- Ava Freesmeyer, 14, Pittsfield
- Lily Gerard, 14, Pittsfield
- Ashton Gilbert, 15, Quincy
- Remmi Hoerr, 14, Taylor
- Christian Klingele, 18, Plainville
- Jostyn Koch, 13, Quincy
- McKenzee Mellon, 16, Quincy
- Rylee Mellon, 19, Quincy
- Irelyn Plenge, 17, Kahoka
- Ellisyn Stratman, 13, Quincy
- Gwen Terstriep, 13, Quincy
- Kaylin Vazquez-Epperson, 12, Payson
- Sylvia Winking, 13, Quincy
