KETCHER CLINCHES NATIONAL SPOT; BARTLESVILLE GYMNASTICS DISPLAY DEPTH IN REGIONALS
Bartlesville Gymnastics Club member Raynie Ketcher (Level 10, Junior C) qualified for the Level 10 National Championships to be held May 7-10 in Oklahoma City.
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By Carmen Martinez
April 24, 2026
Special to Bartlesville Area Sports Report
The Bartlesville Gymnastics Club had a strong showing in recent postseason competitions, highlighted by two athletes competing at the USA Gymnastics Regional Championships held April 9 in Kansas City, Kansas.
Kinlee Littleford (Level 10, Junior C) earned a 12th-place all-around finish with a score of 36.05. Her event scores included a 9.35 on vault, 8.75 on bars, 9.05 on beam and 8.90 on floor exercise.
Raynie Ketcher (Level 10, Junior C) finished second all-around with a score of 38.475. She posted a 9.825 on vault, 9.65 on bars, 9.40 on beam and 9.60 on floor. With this finish, Ketcher qualified for the Level 10 National Championships, held May 7–10 in Oklahoma City.
"Beyond the routines on how Raynie competed, what stood out most and what I am most proud of was her heart," coach Rachel Coyle said. "She was the loudest cheerleader for everyone, hugging the other competitors she's connected with throughout the season and making sure that no one felt alone out there. That's bigger than any score."
The club also sent a group of Level 8 gymnasts to compete in Oklahoma City on April 18. Harper Maudlin (Junior B) placed 11th all-around with a 36.350, scoring 8.95 on vault, 9.10 on bars, 9.15 on beam and 9.15 on floor.
Burklee Orphin (Junior C) finished 14th all-around with a 35.825, earning scores of 8.25 on vault, 9.20 on bars, 9.025 on beam and 9.35 on floor. Hayden Littleford (Junior C) posted a 35.425 all-around to place 12th, with scores of 8.75 on vault, 9.075 on bars, 8.65 on beam and 8.95 on floor.
"It was a strong showing overall, highlighted by several top-10 finishes," coach Erin Henderson said. "I am proud of the progress made this season and look forward to carrying this momentum as we prepare for the next level."
In addition, Andie McMillin and Rylee Laxson represented the club at the Level 6 All-Stars Championships in Oklahoma City. McMillin (Level 6 B) placed seventh all-around with a 36.975, highlighted by a 9.45 on floor. Laxson (Level 6 C) earned a fourth-place all-around finish with a 37.375, including a 9.60 on beam and a 9.625 on floor.
Overall, the Bartlesville Gymnastics Club athletes demonstrated depth and consistency across multiple levels, with Ketcher’s national qualification serving as a standout achievement for the program.
Bartlesville Gymnastics Club members from Level 8 had strong showings in USA Gymnastics Regional Championships held April 9 in Kansas City, Kansas.
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