Another top West Sound performer, Emily Roche of Bainbridge, opted not to turn out for the Spartans this year after claiming 15th place in the all-around at 3A state last year. Bainbridge coach Cindy Guy, in her 20th year leading the Spartans, doesn't see girls leaving for club teams as a trend. There's nothing like competing for your high school. Goodfellow said she doesn't put undue pressure on her athletes, instead focusing on the experience. It's more of an individual sport.
Girls can make it as challenging as they want to make it.
Some of them want more, so they work really hard and it shows. North Kitsap is one of only three West Sound high schools to offer WIAA-sanctioned gymnastics. North and Port Angeles both compete in the South Puget Sound League at districts, while Bainbridge is a member of the Metro League. The three teams face off in Port Angeles on Thursday in their season-opening dual meets. This scarcity of competitors leads to a shortage of competitive events.