Glenbrook South Qualifies For Girls State Gymnastics Meet

Titans finish second at sectional, advance to state competition.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Glenbrook South girls gymnastics team qualified for the state meet after finishing second at the Lake Forest sectional. The Titans scored 143.725 points, behind only Carmel Catholic's 145.0. Both teams advanced to the state finals on February 20-21 at Palatine High School.

Why it matters

Glenbrook South has had a strong gymnastics season, winning the regional title, and qualifying for state was the team's main goal. Making it to state is a significant achievement for the program and the community.

The details

At the sectional, Glenbrook South was led by Annika Troncoso, who won the all-around with a 37.475 score. Teammate Allie Mietus placed fourth in the all-around and won the uneven bars. The Titans were missing one of their top gymnasts, Petra Anderson, who was injured but was able to compete in two events and contribute to the team score.

  • The sectional competition was held on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • The IHSA Girls Gymnastics State Finals will take place on February 20-21, 2026 at Palatine High School.

The players

Glenbrook South

The girls gymnastics team from Glenbrook South High School, which qualified for the state meet after finishing second at the sectional competition.

Carmel Catholic

The girls gymnastics team from Carmel Catholic High School, which won the sectional competition with a score of 145.0.

Annika Troncoso

A gymnast from Glenbrook South who won the all-around title at the sectional with a 37.475 score.

Allie Mietus

A gymnast from Glenbrook South who placed fourth in the all-around and won the uneven bars at the sectional.

Petra Anderson

A gymnast from Glenbrook South who was injured but was able to compete in two events at the sectional and contribute to the team's score.

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What they’re saying

“It's very satisfying, and the kids have worked for it since the beginning of the season; our goal was to make it to state. It was here waiting for us. The kids had to work for it. They're in a spot for it.”

— Steve Gale, Glenbrook South Coach (journal-topics.com)

“It's incredible to come back, and I'm so grateful. There were so many different factors that got me back. From physical training and working with my coaches. This is my last year after being in gymnastics for 11 years. Being able to come back, I'm so grateful. I have so many emotions inside. It felt like things were right again.”

— Petra Anderson, Glenbrook South Gymnast (journal-topics.com)

“It feels like it's amazing. It feels good because all the hard work paid off. Our team worked so hard to get here. My floor routine, I was strong and always hitting my passes.”

— Annika Troncoso, Glenbrook South Gymnast (journal-topics.com)

“I just like the fact that I finished the event strong. It was a confidence booster, and it helped the team too. At the end of the day, it was all about my team. Just being here was definitely nerve-racking, but I'm pretty good at handling my nerves.”

— Allie Mietus, Glenbrook South Gymnast (journal-topics.com)

“It's great, since I didn't have my best meet. I was able to get in one event. I thought the vault was good, but I can do better.”

— Kate Staub, Stevenson Gymnast (journal-topics.com)

What’s next

The IHSA Girls Gymnastics State Finals will take place on February 20-21, 2026 at Palatine High School, where Glenbrook South and Carmel Catholic will compete for the state championship.

The takeaway

Glenbrook South's strong gymnastics season and qualification for the state meet is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team. The Titans overcame injuries and challenges to reach their goal of making it to state, showcasing the resilience and talent of the program.