PHOENIX — Friday marked the beginning of the 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships and the first of two days of competition for our three athletes from Region 5. Inside the freezer box that is the Mortgage Matchup Center, Kylie Smith, Claire Ekart and Izzy Stassi all had plenty of moments to celebrate throughout the competition. Kylie Smith entered Phoenix … Continue reading Three athletes, Three Different Journeys Take Shape on Day 1 of Championships