Favorite Event: I love all four, but if I had to pick I would say bars!
How did you get involved in gymnastics: My mom was a gymnast when she was younger, and because I was an active, strong toddler, she decided to put me in classes! When I was 6 months old, my dad would place me on his hand, and I would balance all by myself standing up!
Favorite thing about gymnastics: I love the lessons gymnastics teaches you. Gymnastics is a challenging sport, and has taught me how to attain and achieve my goals.
What are your goals for gymnastics?: My goals for gymnastics are to qualify to nationals, win an event or AA at Nationals, and eventually win a NCAA Championship(s) with the Oklahoma SOONERS!
Names of parents/guardians/spouse: James & Jillian Slade
Names of sibling(s): Kenny - 21
Family members in sports: Kenny is a football player, loves to run track, and lift weights.
Interests Outside the Gym
Favorite school subject: Psychology & Nutrition
Hobbies or favorite activities: I love to spend time with my family, swim in the summer, go on walks/hikes, and read.
Favorite music: Taylor Swift!!!
Favorite book(s): Pretend She's Here and While you were Sleeping
Favorite movie(s): WONKA
Favorite TV show(s): The Summer I turned Pretty & My Life With The Walter Boys
Favorite Food: Chicken “chipotle” Bowls
National Competition Results
2024
Women's Development Program National Championships, Daytona Beach, Fla. -
3rd-UB(T); 5th-AA; 6th-BB(T); 8th-VT(T) (Sr. F)