Gymnastike will cover the 2013 Junior Olympic women's National Championships this weekend  May 9-11 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. J.O. Nationals are the annual national championships for USA Gymnastics' level 10 athletes. The top seven gymnasts from each of USAG's 8 regions have advanced to nationals in 8 different age groups. Competition is hosted by USA Gymnastics and Twin City Twisters.

This week Gymnastike featuring some of the top all around contenders heading into this year's competition.

 

Today's featured contender: Kari Lee of Region 1

Kari Lee
Club: Flames
Coaches: Attila Szentes, Nicole Wendelgas and Roni Mejia
College Choice:  Arizona
Highlights:
2013 Region 1 Championships: 1st UB, 2nd FX, 3rd AA
2013 Nastia Cup 4th AA
2013 IGI Chicago Style 1st AA
2013 Parkettes Invitational: 1st AA

FX 2013 Chicago Style (9.55) 

Kari Lee is having a fantastic 2013 season highlighted by all around wins at the IGI Chicago Style and Parkettes Invitational. Lee also had a very impressive showing at this years Nastia Cup finishing 4th in the all around with a 38.050. Lee trains at Flames Gymnastics Academy under Nicole Wendelgas and Roni Mejia. Keep an eye out for Lee's gorgeous lines and beautiful choreography on floor.  Lee accepted a full scholarship to Arizona.