Los Alamos High Flyers Gymnasts Start Season with Podium Finish

The Los Alamos High Flyers opened the competitive calendar with a noteworthy result on Jan. 6 when its Level 4 girls team captured third place at a meet in Rio Rancho. The finish marked an encouraging start for a program that fields competitors across multiple levels and age groups.

This season the High Flyers are carrying about 60 competitive athletes, with participants ranging roughly from age 5 to 17. Club organizers have scheduled a busy slate of roughly 19 meets for the season, a program intensity that offers athletes repeated competitive exposure and more opportunities to advance through the sport’s level structure.

Early podium results matter for several reasons. For athletes, a third-place finish at a regional meet provides measurable feedback on training progress, identifies areas for technical refinement, and can increase confidence heading into a long competition schedule. For parents and coaches, strong early performances help justify the time and financial commitments required by travel and meet entry fees. For Los Alamos County, sustained participation in youth athletics supports local community cohesion and complements school sports by developing skills that feed into high school teams.

The club’s size—about 60 competitive athletes—also has local implications. Operating a multi-level competitive program requires coaches, volunteer support, and facility availability. A 19-meet season increases demands on logistics and family schedules, and it amplifies the importance of community fundraising and volunteer coordination to sustain travel and hosting costs. Continued competitive success can also help attract new members and sponsors, easing those pressures over time.

Statistically, a third-place result at an early-season regional meet is a useful benchmark rather than a season-defining achievement. The High Flyers’ performance provides a base for tracking progress as athletes move through roughly 19 competitions, where placements, scoring trends, and injury-free participation will determine year-end assessments.

Los Alamos residents who follow youth sports should expect the High Flyers to remain active at regional meets throughout the season. Local support—through attendance, volunteer time, and sponsorship—will be an important factor in maintaining a robust competitive pipeline for the county’s youngest athletes. The Rio Rancho finish offers an early cause for optimism as the club prepares for the full slate of meets ahead.