Resurgence of Bronx Science Girls' Varsity Gymnastics Teams in the 2023-24 Season
Bronx Science Girls' Varsity Gymnastics Team Shines in PSAL Season
The Bronx Science Girls' Varsity Gymnastics Team, affectionately known as the Wolverines, have been making waves in the Public Schools Athletic League (PSAL) during the 2023-2024 season. Led by Coach Vasso Konstantakakos (Coach K) and Co-Captains Elise Boisson '24 and Caren Koo '24, the team has been actively engaged in a series of competitive meets.
The Wolverines kicked off the season with a notable victory against Christopher Columbus Campus on December 13th, 2023, at Christopher Columbus HS's gym. The team secured a score of 108.200, while the opposing team attained a score of 77.500. Elisabeth "Lisa" Nikitina '25 secured a remarkable first place in the Vault category with a score of 8.10. Elise Boisson '24 led in the Balance Beam event with a score of 8.20, and Elise scored 8.00 on the Vault.
The team's success isn't solely measured in victories; it's also about overcoming obstacles and pushing personal limits. Each gymnast begins with a score of 10.0 in events like balance beam, vault, uneven bars, and floor exercise, and gets deductions for errors made. The team's members, including Anayah Hogue, Grace Mao, Maliha Chowdhury, Yasmine Salha, Bethany Karlinsky, Nora, Lisa, and Maria Savin, put in hard work to compete at the varsity level.
The team's camaraderie and teamwork are equally important. The team has a strong emphasis on fostering friendships, as demonstrated by their strong performance at the final regular season gymnastics meet at Aviator Sports Complex, where they scored a team total of 116.35.
On Beam, Bethany Karlinsky secured a second place position, while Lisa Nikitina earned third and Bea earned fourth. In the All-Around category, Elise got the second place position with a score of 30.50, and Nora Cassetta's total score was 29.50. Maria Savin demonstrated excellence in the Uneven Parallel Bars event with a score of 7.20.
The team competes in the PSAL in the Bronx/Manhattan division for girls varsity gymnastics. While specific detailed results or standings for their gymnastics performance in this season are not explicitly provided in the available PSAL sources, the PSAL Gymnastics page lists Bronx Science as a competing team in girls varsity gymnastics and includes scheduled meets in various boroughs such as Brooklyn, Queens, and Bronx.
On January 10th, 2024, the team engaged in another match at Bronx Science - Gym 2 against Dewitt Clinton and totaled a score of 103.350 against Dewitt Clinton's 79.100. On January 18th, 2024, the team faced Christopher Columbus Campus at Bronx Science - gym 2, securing a commendable victory with a score of 101.500 while the opposing team achieved a score of 77.600.
In the most recent match on January 31th, 2024 at Stuyvesant High School - gym 2, the team faced a challenging opponent in Stuyvesant High School and despite a strong effort, Stuyvesant High School emerged triumphant with a score of 126.300. The Floor Exercise saw outstanding performances from Elise Boisson, who scored 8.65, and Caren Koo who earned a second place finish on Bars.
While the team has faced some tough competition, their dedication, teamwork, and individual performances continue to impress. For up-to-date results, checking PSAL’s official site closer to meet dates or reaching out directly to Bronx Science’s athletic department might be needed.
- The historical success of the Bronx Science Girls' Varsity Gymnastics Team, or the Wolverines, has brought them into the spotlight, captivating the attention of sports and gymnastics enthusiasts alike.
- In a crowded space of competitive athletes and teams, the Wolverines' sports photography often showcases the team's close-knit bond, highlighting the importance of camaraderie and teamwork in their winning strategy.
- As professional sports commentators share their opinions on the league's performances, the Wolverines' impressive showings in the Public Schools Athletic League could very well reshape the history of high school gymnastics in the city.
