Friday, February 24, 2017

Student Snapshot: Gabby Blackford

One Shot

        If you are only getting one shot at something, you had better make it count.  That is exactly what Gabby Blackford has done for MHS gymnastics during her high school career.  She is the only gymnast to take the floor in Madison's name, but that's all we've ever needed.  
        In the recent WRC tournament, Gabby shined in her vault performance and brought home 1st place for the Blue Streaks.  The area sectional tournament provided more competition and pressure, but Gabby still managed to tie for 3rd on the vault with her stellar performance.  Additionally, she was able to pull off a score of 8.9 in the bars competition which was enough to take 1st place.
        This success has only proven to fuel the fire.  Tomorrow, Gabby with travel to West Geauga for a district competition where she has found success in the past.  Her greatest high school memory is when she accomplished the amazing feat of placing at the state competition.  Having the large medal placed around neck was hugely satisfying, and it came with the knowledge that she would one day be placed on the Madison Wall of Fame.  Her goal this year is to make a return to the state competition and have her name called as a champion.
        Although she's Madison's only gymnastics performer, Gabby has not limited herself to excelling in one area.  Throughout high school, she has also been an integral member of the volleyball and softball teams.  After completing her gymnastic season last year, she took to the softball field and helped them to win the 2016 WRC title.
        Gabby also manages to keep a firm grasp on her academic career.  She current holds a 4.4 GPA and has no plans of seeing it slip.  After high school, she would like to attend Cleveland State University to become a physician's assistant.  If the present is any indication of the future, hers is very bright.
        Be sure to send words of encouragement Gabby's way and don't forget about the district competition this Saturday in West Geauga!

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