Scarborough Gymnastics Academy teams sparkle at East Coast Invitational
Scarborough Gymnastics Academy teams have hit top form at the East Coast Invitational 2026.
The SGA gymnasts, who were competing in 10 different teams over the two days of competition, delivered outstanding performances, bringing home an amazing haul of medals.
SGA Coach Nikii Walker said: “The gymnasts performed brilliantly on the competition floor, showing the hard work, dedication and commitment they have put in over recent weeks. We couldn’t be prouder of every single one of them.”
Day one saw all four teams finish on the podium, with Youth Girls Level 4, Level 5 Girls and Level 4 Open taking gold, while Primary Challenge Level 4 secured silver.
Day two brought even more success, with six teams taking home medals. Primary Girls Level 7, Primary Mixed Level 7, Youth Girls Level 5 and Mini Mixed Level 6 all claimed gold, while Mini Mixed Level 7 took bronze and Mini Girls Level 7 secured bronze.
Walker added: “Across the two days, our teams achieved an incredible seven gold medals, two silver medals and one bronze.
“The atmosphere throughout the event was fantastic, with gymnasts, coaches, clubs, families and supporters creating an amazing sense of community, encouragement and team spirit.
“A huge thank-you goes to all our judges, volunteers, compère, coaches and Coach Academy, as well as all the parents, families and friends who came along to support the gymnasts.
“We would also like to thank all the clubs who joined us and helped make the weekend so special: White Rose Gymnastics, Richmondshire TD Gymnastics, Newcastle Gymnastics Academy, Panache Gymnastics, Sports Club Newcastle, North East Gymnastics, Harrogate Tumbling Team Gym and Goole Gymnastics Team Gym.
“Finally, a special thank you to our brilliant suppliers, Actifwear for the event T shirts, Adverset for the certificates and Awardsmith Trophies & Awards for the medals and trophies.
“There is so much work that happens behind the scenes to make an event like this possible, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who played a part.
“What a fantastic weekend of gymnastics, friendship and achievement. Congratulations to all our gymnasts. You should be incredibly proud!”