Gymnastics Opens 2026 Season with Annual Showcase

TUCSON, Ariz. – Arizona Gymnastics opened their 2026 season with the annual GymCat Showcase on Saturday in McKale Center.

The GymCats showcased their routines on all four events to give fans a sneak peak at the upcoming season.

Arizona's newcomers, Elle Bragga, Riley Carman, Delaney Mead, Hillary Puleo, Sadie Smith, and Lily Tisdale, were able to showcase their routines and experience the energy in McKale Center.

Seniors Gianna Lenczner, Sophia Stephens, Emma Strom, and redshirt senior Elizabeth LaRusso returned to the floor for their last Showcase.

Arizona will officially kick off the 2026 season in McKale Center on Friday, January 9 at 6:00 p.m. MST against Washington. The event will be streamed on ESPN+.

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Players Mentioned

Gianna Lenczner: 5' 5"; Senior

Sophia Stephens: 5' 5"; Senior

Emma Strom: 5' 4"; Senior

Elle Bragga: 5' 6"; Freshman

Riley Carman: 5' 3"; Freshman

Delaney Mead: 5' 4"; Freshman

Hillary Puleo: 5' 3"; Freshman

Lily Tisdale: 5' 7"; Freshman

Sadie Smith: 5' 5"; Sophomore

Elizabeth LaRusso: 5' 1"; Redshirt Senior

Players Mentioned

Gianna Lenczner
: 5' 5"; Senior

Sophia Stephens
: 5' 5"; Senior

Emma Strom
: 5' 4"; Senior

Elle Bragga
: 5' 6"; Freshman

Riley Carman
: 5' 3"; Freshman

Delaney Mead
: 5' 4"; Freshman

Hillary Puleo
: 5' 3"; Freshman

Lily Tisdale
: 5' 7"; Freshman

Sadie Smith
: 5' 5"; Sophomore

Elizabeth LaRusso
: 5' 1"; Redshirt Senior