Broomfield Gymnastics Places Second at Niwot Meet
The Eagles finished with a 171.800 team score during Wednesday night's four-team competition in Niwot.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Gymnastics
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The Broomfield High School gymnastics team secured second place at a four-team meet held in Niwot, finishing with a total score of 171.800. Niwot captured the top spot in the event with a score of 180.275.
Why it matters
The team is currently navigating a period of transition as its roster adjusts to a smaller size following the departure of over 10 athletes to club programs. Despite these changes, the squad continues to maintain a competitive presence within regional meets.
Broomfield finished the meet with a team score of 171.800, trailing the winning Niwot team by 8.475 points. The team, which currently holds 13 members, has secured three Class 5A state titles since 2020.
The players
Audrina Zanella
She is a member of the Broomfield High School gymnastics team who placed third in the all-around competition during the meet.
Evie Saunders
She is a gymnast who outperformed other competitors to take first place in the floor routine at the Niwot meet.
The details
Audrina Zanella led the Eagles with a 9.500 score on the floor routine and a 36.100 total in the all-around competition, placing third overall. Her floor performance improvement follows an intensive off-season focus on new maneuvers including a double back and a punch full.
Timeline
The gymnastics meet took place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This second-place finish provides an early-season indicator of how the current 13-member squad performs against regional rivals. The team is looking to maintain its historical success established by winning the Class 5A state title three times since 2020.
Audrina Zanella continues to see returns on her off-season training, as her 36.100 all-around score remains a critical factor in the team's total output. The gymnasts are currently working to incorporate layout maneuvers into their vaults to boost the team's collective scoring potential.
The takeaway
Focusing on specific skill-based mental blocks during the off-season has allowed individual athletes like Zanella to successfully integrate more complex maneuvers. Consistency in these new routines will be the primary factor in closing the scoring gap against top-tier opponents as the season progresses.
Further reading
For more updates on the season, visit the Broomfield Gymnastics section.
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