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Conxion Gymnastics Teams

Xcel Bronze Team

The Xcel Bronze Team provides an entry-level competitive experience for gymnasts, allowing them to travel and compete while keeping costs manageable for parents. Focused on developing proper form and technique, the program helps athletes build a strong foundation through consistent progressions. Offered at both the Hernando and Olive Branch locations.

Xcel Stars Team

The Xcel Stars team offers an exciting new competitive option for our athletes, perfect for those who balance multiple sports, after-school clubs, or hobbies. This program is designed for athletes who want to spend less time traveling, enjoy quality time with friends, and keep costs down for parents. Silver level athletes will practice twice a week, with an optional third day available. Gold level athletes are required to attend all three practices. The team will compete in up to 5 competitions, within a maximum travel radius of three hours from the gym.

Developmental Xcel Team

The Development Xcel program is designed for athletes who are dedicated to committing extra time and effort to gymnastics. These athletes practice 9-12 hours a week. With levels Silver and Gold, this program focuses on developing the fundamentals required for advanced training.

Xcel Silver is offered at both the Olive Branch and Hernando locations, Xcel Gold is only offered at the Olive Branch location.

Optional Team
Levels 6-10

Our Optional Team is led by nationally rated judge Emily Lay and offers an exceptional training environment for gymnasts aiming to reach their full potential. Over the past five years, we have produced five NCAA gymnasts, demonstrating our expertise and commitment to developing athletes. Athletes train 16-20 hours a week. These gymnasts have the opportunity to qualify for USA Gymnastics Regional and National competitions.

Meet Our
Owner/Competitive Team Coordinator

Emily Lay

Background: Emily Lay holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Memphis, where she was also a proud member of the U of M track team, specializing in pole vaulting. Her athletic journey extends beyond track and field—she was also a competitive dancer and gymnast, giving her a well-rounded understanding of movement, coordination, and athletic development.

Experience, Recognition, and Expertise: With over 25 years of experience in the gymnastics world, Emily has built a renowned reputation as a coach, judge, and team leader. She has been coaching competitive gymnastics since 1998, and since 2013, she has served as a nationally rated gymnastics judge. Emily became the owner and Team Director of ConXion Olive Branch in 2018, where she continues to lead with passion and expertise.

Her impressive background also includes six years as a Team Director and Coach (Levels 6-10) at Gymstars Gymnastics and seven years as the Manager and Program Director at Starkville Gymnastics. Emily was also part of the committee responsible for developing the original Xcel rules for Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi. These rules were later adopted by Region 8 and served as the model for the current National Xcel program.

Over the years, Emily has coached numerous regional and national qualifiers, medalists, and champions, and has played a pivotal role in producing over 20 NCAA athletes, who have gone on to compete at schools across the nation. Her extensive coaching experience is complemented by her certifications in Safety, Safe Sport, and continual professional development through Regional Congress for gymnastics.

Personal: When she’s not coaching, Emily enjoys spending time with her two children, Landon and Julian. She brings the same dedication and energy to her family life as she does to her professional pursuits, ensuring her children grow up in a supportive and athletic environment.

Certifications:

Safety Certified
Safe Sport Certified
Regional Congress for Continued Professional Accreditation (Yearly)
Current background check

Emily Lay’s leadership, combined with her deep knowledge and experience, makes her a driving force in the gymnastics community, inspiring athletes to reach their full potential both in and out of the gym.