The Winona State University gymnastics team made a resounding impact at the 2025 National Collegiate Gymnastics Association (NCGA) Championships held in St. Peter, Minnesota. Hosted by Gustavus Adolphus College, the event saw four standout Warriors—Kennedy O’Connor, Bryce Stoltz, Gabby Kraft, and Jessica Miley—compete at the highest level, capping off a historic season for the team.
Each athlete delivered remarkable performances, setting new records and earning All-America honors, which further solidified Winona State’s reputation in collegiate gymnastics.
Winona State’s Stellar Performances at the NCGA Championships
The 2025 NCGA National Championships were a showcase of talent and determination for the Winona State Warriors. The team not only demonstrated individual excellence but also set new benchmarks for the program.
Kennedy O’Connor: A Legendary Finish
Kennedy O’Connor concluded her illustrious collegiate gymnastics career with a third-place finish on the vault, scoring an impressive 9.750. This performance earned her All-America honors, adding to her already stellar resume. O’Connor, who was the 2022 NCGA National Champion on the vault, leaves a lasting legacy by holding the Winona State program record with a score of 9.825 on the vault.
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- Third-place finish on the vault
- Score: 9.750
- All-America honors
- Program record: 9.825
Bryce Stoltz: Consistency and Excellence
Bryce Stoltz, the reigning NCGA National Champion on the beam from 2024, delivered a stellar performance this season as well. Stoltz scored a 9.800, her best performance of the season, to finish in eighth place and earn All-America status once again. Her consistency and excellence on the beam have been a cornerstone of the Warriors’ success.
- Eighth-place finish on the beam
- Score: 9.800
- All-America honors
Gabby Kraft: A Promising Freshman
Freshman Gabby Kraft showcased her potential by scoring a personal best of 9.800 on the floor exercise, finishing 11th overall. Kraft’s impressive debut season with the Warriors hints at a promising future and sets a strong foundation for her collegiate gymnastics career.
- 11th place on the floor exercise
- Score: 9.800
- Personal best
Jessica Miley: A Strong Debut
Junior Jessica Miley made her NCGA Championships debut by competing on the bars. Miley’s score of 9.550 earned her a 21st place finish out of 48 competitors, marking a strong start to her championship journey. Her performance reflects the depth of talent within the Winona State gymnastics team.
- 21st place on the bars
- Score: 9.550
- Championships debut
A Historic Season for Winona State Gymnastics
The 2025 season has been nothing short of historic for Winona State gymnastics. The team not only achieved numerous top-10 scores in program history but also set new records, including the WSU vault record and the all-time team score record.
Setting New Records
The Warriors’ achievements this season include setting the new Winona State vault record, previously held by Kennedy O’Connor, and breaking the program’s all-time team score record. These milestones highlight the team’s continuous improvement and commitment to excellence.
Looking Ahead
As the Warriors reflect on their historic season, the focus now shifts to building on this success in the coming years.
With talented athletes like Gabby Kraft and Jessica Miley continuing their journeys, and the legacy of stars like Kennedy O’Connor and Bryce Stoltz inspiring future gymnasts, the future looks bright for Winona State gymnastics.
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