Honiton Gymnasts Triumph at Regional Prelims – National Finals Beckon!
Honiton Gymnastics Club has delivered an outstanding performance at the South West Regional Preliminary Competitions in Yate, near Bristol, securing places in both the National Development Plan Finals in Stoke-on-Trent and the Inter-Regional Finals in Southampton.
Four partnerships clinched gold medals, earning them spots at the National Finals in Stoke-on-Trent this May. These champions are:
- G2 MP Jasper Pendrick & Thomas Walker
- IDP 1 Mx2 Faith Huxley & Orlando Migliari
- IDP 1 W3 Lizzie Sanders, Kira Wotton & Olivia Wotton
- IDP 2 W3 Sophie Sanders, Daisy Clayton & Matilda Clayton
Eleanor Butler and Sofia Hawkins-Varzea took gold in the Out of Age G1 W2 category.
Eight more Honiton partnerships will compete at the Inter-Regional Finals in Southampton at the end of April:
- G1 W2 Chloe Saunders & Emmy Reeks
- G3 M2 Toby Evans-Martin & Coen Cooke
- G4 M2 Benjamin Treen & James Berry
- Aspire W2 Tilly Murdoch & Holly Wheeler
- Aspire W3 Rosie Summers, Daisy Reuben & Tamsyn Terrett
- IDP 1 Mx2 Jessica Treen & Oscar Felice
- IDP 1 M2 Elijah Hooks & Enzo Migliari
- IDP 1 W2 Emma Kiely, Hallie Marshall & Errin Cutler
Haul of 23 medals
In total, Honiton gymnasts returned with an impressive haul of 23 medals: five golds, 11 silvers, and seven bronzes.
“These outstanding results are a demonstration of the transformative impact Honiton Gymnastics Club has on young athletes,” said James Reddy, board member and high-performance coach. “We help our gymnasts to achieve their potential, enabling them to excel against competitors from larger towns and cities throughout the South West. The national finals represent a significant opportunity for our gymnasts to shine and for Honiton Gymnastics Club to solidify its reputation as a breeding ground for exceptional talent.”
James also emphasised the club’s inclusive approach. He said: “We have a tremendous community at the club, with lots going on. We celebrate our competitive success, but are equally focused on providing participation opportunities for gymnasts in our recreational classes through activities including fun events at the gymnastics centre, organised by our Supporters’ Association; club competitions; holiday activity camps; workshops; and Christmas shows.”
This success builds upon a remarkable 2024 for Honiton Gymnastics Club, which saw Honiton Gymnastics Club produce national champions, international gold medals at the FISAC international in Italy, and the club’s first-ever England Squad selection for Sophie Sanders, Daisy Clayton, and Matilda Clayton, who won gold for England at the Caledonian Cup in Glasgow. The year culminated in a successful Christmas Show, attended by more than 1,000 people, including a sparkling Christmas market at the venue.
Honiton Gymnastics Club serves over 700 children weekly, offering programs ranging from pre-school sessions to competitive training, solidifying its position as a vital community asset. To get started in a gymnastics class or to request more info, email Honiton Gymnastcs Club
