2025 Texas State Pageant Winners - Advanced Pageant

Hello Texas Twirl Fans!

With only a few days until we are all in South Bend Bound, we get to wrap up the celebration of our Texas State Pageant title holders by recognizing them here on the blog. Congrats to all of these outstanding twirlers on their success at State, and good luck to all those representing the Lonestar State at AYOP! Go #TeamTexas! 

Today we will be recognizing the 2025 Texas State Miss Majorettes!

College Miss Majorette of Texas

Jaidyn Poole

Oklahoma State University

Jaidyn is from Katy, TX, but currently attends Oklahoma State University where she is a Feature Twirler. She is coached by Patti Mickey and Kayli Mickey-McIntosh of the Mickey's Majorettes. Her favorite memory from State was competing in Collegiate Events and catching up with all her twirling besties! This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to representing OSU on the National level. 

Teenage Miss Majorette of Texas

Elisabeth Kubena

Elisabeth is from Needville, TX, but currently lives in San Antonio where she just finished her freshman year as a Feature Twirler at the University of Texas at San Antonio. She is a member of the Heart of Texas Twirlers and is coached by Mary Ann Pozzi and Sara Rudin with additional coaching from Sheri Carter and Heather Holland. Her favorite memory from State weekend was definitely when they called her name as the pageant winner, but a close second involves a rubber chicken she received from her coaches for not doing her solo tricks as originally choreographed. This summer at AYOP she is most looking forward to pie night with her teammates as well as meeting more college twirlers from all over the country. 

Junior Miss Majorette of Texas

 

Lily Easterwood

Lily is from Spring, TX, where she will be the Feature Twirler at Grand Oaks High School this fall. She is coached by Patti Mickey and Kayli Mickey-McIntosh of the Mickey's Majorettes. One of her favorite memories from State was when two of her younger teammates came up to her while she was warming up for her State 3 baton and prayed for her before she went on the floor! "It was such a sweet moment!" This summer Lily will be attending USTA Nationals to prep for Nation's Cup in Italy! 

Juvenile Miss Majorette of Texas

Emmy Ramirez

Emmy just moved to Burnet, TX, the week of State! She is a member of Twirl ATX where she is coached by Ashley Wood as well as Whitney Coons and Jassandra Sadler. Her favorite memory from State was when she had a no drop solo. This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to "eating more pretzels than ever before!"

CONGRATS TO ALL OUR 2025 TEXAS STATE MISS MAJORETTES!

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it. 

2025 Texas State Pageant Winners - Intermediate Pageant

 Hello Texas Twirl Fans! 

With just ten days until AYOP, we continue to celebrate our Texas State Pageant title holders! To do this, we are recognizing them here on the blog. Congrats to all of these talented twirlers on their success at State, and good luck to all those representing the Lonestar State at AYOP next month! Go #TeamTexas! 

Today we will be recognizing the 2025 Texas State Intermediate Pageant Winners!

Senior Intermediate Pageant Winner 

Chloe Robinson

Chloe is from Ingleside, TX, and this fall she will be attending Houston Chrisitan University and performing as their Feature Twirler! She is a member of the Texas Elite and is coached by Keely Davis and Paige Farah as well as Alexis Tanner. Her favorite memory from State was performing her first "Down the Field" routine representing HCU. This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to visiting the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame and eating lots of pretzels. 

Junior Intermediate Pageant Winner 

Ava Gourley

Ava is from San Antonio, TX, where she is a Feature Twirler at Ronald Reagan High School. She is coached by Michele Pangrac of the Twirling Sweet Sensations. Her favorite memory from State was being with her coach and team, "and taking a re-enactment photo from State 3 years ago with my best friends Joslyn and Corin." This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to competing in Duet with her amazing partner and trusted friend Alexa Knotts.

Preteen Intermediate Pageant Winner 

Addyson Mead

Addyson Mead is from Tomball, TX, where she attends Hofius Intermediate and will be the Feature Twirler next year. She is coached by Sue Young of the Texas Twirlers. Her favorite memory from State was getting to hang out with her teammates all weekend and be in the pool! This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to getting to represent Texas at Nationals for the first time! She wishes everyone the best of luck! 

Juvenile Intermediate Pageant Winner 

Madeleine Kay White

Madeleine Kay (MK) is from The Woodlands, TX. She is a member of the Mickey's Majorettes and is coached by Patti Mickey, Kayli Mickey-McIntosh, and Tori Elyea. Her favorite memory from State was realizing she won and spending time with teammates. This summer she is looking forward to attending the AAU Junior Olympics for the first time. 

CONGRATS TO ALL OUR STATE INTERMEDIATE PAGEANT WINNERS!

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it. 

2025 Texas State Pageant Winners - Beginner Pageant

Hello Texas Twirl Fans! 

Today we continue to celebrate our Texas State Pageant title holders! To do this, over the next few weeks, we will be recognizing them here on the blog. Congrats to all of these talented twirlers on their success at State, and good luck to all those representing the Lonestar State at AYOP next month! Go #TeamTexas! 

Today we will be recognizing the 2025 Texas State Beginner Pageant Winners!

Senior Beginner Pageant Winner 

Faith Zaverl

Faith is from San Antonio, TX, where she is the Feature Twirler at Harlan High School. She is a member of the Heart of Texas Twirlers and is coached by Mary Ann Pozzi. Her favorite memory from State was cheering on her teammates while they performed. This summer at AYOP she is really excited to meet twirlers from around the country and try the famous pretzels.

Junior Beginner Pageant Winner 

Braley Hansen

Braley is from Marion, TX, where she is the Feature Twirler for Marion High School. She is a member of the Twirling Sweet Sensations where she is coached by Michele Pangrac and Caroline Reed. Her favorite memory from State was catching her five-spin on the floor. This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to having a great time with her twirling team!

Preteen Beginner Pageant Winner 

Annie Addison

Annie is from Cedar Park, TX, where she is the Feature Twirler at Stiles Middle School. She is a member of Twirl ATX where she is coached by Whitney Coons as well as Ashley Wood and Jassandra Sadler. Her favorite memory from state was hanging out with her Twirl ATX teammates, Hazel and Raylin, and getting to recreate a photo from the Texas State competition three years ago. This summer she is looking forward to attending her first AYOP and meeting all of the twirlers in her pageant category from different states.

Juvenile Beginner Pageant Winner 

Sophia Shoemaker

Sophia is from Cypress, TX, and she is coached by Kelley McCormick. Her favorite memory from State was when she only had two drops in my solo! "That’s the best I’ve ever done because I usually get at least five or more drops. I felt really proud of myself, even though I didn’t catch my biggest trick — my toss illusion. I know I’ll get it next time!" This summer at AYOP she is looking forward to just being able to attend. "This is my very first year going to AYOP, and I’m super excited! I can’t wait to make new friends from all over the country and watch some of the best twirlers in the nation. It’s going to be so much fun!"

CONGRATS TO ALL OUR STATE BEGINNER PAGEANT WINNERS!

2025 Texas State Pageant Winners - Basic Skills

Hello Texas Twirl Fans!

Can you believe we are only a few weeks away from the National Baton Twirling Championship - AYOP! We know our Texas Twirlers will do an amazing job in South Bend, and we want to make sure before national's season kicks off that we celebrate our State Pageant Winners and say thank you to our wonderful State Directors, Bethany & Amanda Tolley, and their team.

To celebrate our Texas State Pageant title holders, over the next few weeks, we will be recognizing them here on the blog. Congrats to all of these talented twirlers on their success at State! Go #TeamTexas! 

Today we will be recognizing the 2025 Texas State Basic Skills Pageant Winners!

Senior Basic Skills Pageant Winner 

London Bentley

London is from Odessa, TX, where she is a majorette at Permian High School. She is coached by Naticia Dodson and Pam Brewer from the Odessa Twirl Elite. Her favorite memory from State was being awarded the Texas Novice Basic Skills Title winner. "It was an incredibly meaningful experience for me, representing the culmination of dedication, passion, and countless hours of preparation. Receiving this title is a moment I will always treasure!"

Junior Basic Skills Pageant Winner 

Beatrice Williams

Beatrice is from Oak Ridge North, TX, where she is the Feature Twirler for Oak Ridge High School. She is coached by Sue Young of the Texas Twirlers. Her favorite memory from State was when her name was announced for first place. "I just stood there for a second like, ‘Wait… what?!’ Then I realized I actually won state and my heart was racing. All the practices made this totally worth it. It felt like everything finally paid off and I couldn’t stop smiling the rest of the day."

Preteen Basic Skills Pageant Winner

Cecilee Gaston

Cecilee is from San Antonio, TX. She is coached by Michaele Pangrac with the Twirling Sweet Sensations. Her favorite memory from State was having her first no-drop solo at a competition!

Juvenile Basic Skills Pageant Winner 

Payton Zapalac

Payton is from Wharton, TX. She is coached by Amanda Warncke of the Lacey's Ladybugs School of Twirling. Her favorite memory from State was hearing her name called as the winner of the Basic Skills Pageant.... "My first title!" Later this summer she will be attending the Junior Olympics and is looking forward to trying to medal in the all-around and she if she can win any Jr Olympic gold! 

Little Basic Skills Pageant Winner 

Keelyn Thomas

Keely is from Rowlett, TX. She is coached by Sheila Payne Rigelsky with the Texas Touch of Class. Her favorite memory from state was getting to be with her team and meeting friends from other teams. 

CONGRATS TO ALL OUR STATE BASIC SKILLS PAGEANT WINNERS!

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it. 

2025 Fall Twirler Announcements - Houston Christian University

Hello Texas Twirl Fans!

It is that exciting time of year where twirlers are auditioning for twirling spots for the Fall. This blog hopes to help spread the excitement by announcing the selections for the lovely twirlers we will see on the field very soon in Texas or representing out of State. If you have an announcement for new twirler selections for 2025-26, please email texastwirlcontact@gmail.com so that we can help spread the word!

Today's we announce the new 2025-2026 Houston Christian University Feature Twirler!

Houston Christian University (HCU) is located in Houston, Texas, and is the home of the Huskies! This coming fall it will also be the home of Texas Twirler, Chloe Robinson!

Chloe, who is from Ingleside, Texas, is the newly crowned 2025 Senior Intermediate Texas State Pageant Winner. Previously she was the Feature Twirler for Arlington Heights Christian School. She is a member of the Texas Elite based out of Corpus Christi and is coached by Keely Davis and Paige Farah as well as Kaitlyn Boyer and Alexis Tanner. 

We asked Chloe what brought her to HCU, and she said it was a perfect fit of education and twirling. "HCU had my Social Work Degree plan, and offered me Academic, Band, and Talent scholarships totaling over $200,000!" While there has not previously been a twirler at HCU, Chloe was excited to find out that the band director was very interested in having her as a part of their program. "If a university you're interested in doesn't have a twirler, Ask! I approached HCU, and Dr. Lamm emailed me back to come tryout in person, and it worked out great!"

We cannot wait to follow along with Chloe as she brings twirling to the HCU campus, and we know that she will be an amazing addition to the Husky Game Days. Congrats Chloe!

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it.

2025 Fall Twirler Announcements - University of Texas, San Antonio

Hello Texas Twirl Fans!

It is that exciting time of year where twirlers are auditioning for twirling spots for the Fall. This blog hopes to help spread the excitement by announcing the selections for the lovely twirlers we will see on the field very soon in Texas and representing out of State. If you have an announcement for new twirler selections for 2025-26, please email texastwirlcontact@gmail.com so that we can help spread the word!

Today we are announcing the 2025-26 University of Texas - San Antonio Twirlers!

The University of Texas - San Antonio, also known as UTSA, is located in San Antonio, TX, and is the home of the "Spirit of San Antonio" - the Roadrunner Marching Band. Annually, the SOSA Auxiliary, coordinated by sponsor Mary Ann Srulowitz Pozzi, selects twirlers to serve in either feature or line positions. Auditions were held last month selecting one new Feature Twirler, one returning Feature Twirler, and four line twirlers!

Premiering in the Alamodome this season will be incoming freshman Feature Twirler, Gabi Rosito! Gabi is from San Antonio, Texas, and will be majoring in Business.

Joining Gabi on the field will be returning Feature Twirler, Elisabeth Kubena! Elisabeth will be a sophomore and will also be serving as student staff for the Feature Twirlers. She is from Needville, Texas, and she is majoring in music performance & cyber security. 

Joining Elisabeth & Gabi on the field will be the UTSA Twirling Line which includes returning members, Kyra Bevill & KayLynn Rieger, as well as new members Zoe Dou & Adriana Munoz! This Line will be working together this season to entertain and share twirling with the Roadrunner Fans. 

Kyra Bevill is returning for her third season, and her second as Captain. She is from Buda, Texas, and is majoring in nursing.

KayLynn Reiger is returning for her third season. She is from Needville, Texas, and is majoring in nutrition and health.

Zoe Dou is an incoming freshman from San Antonio, Texas. She is majoring in neuroscience and is a UTSA Top Scholar!

Adriana Munoz is an incoming freshman from Jacksonville, Texas. She is majoring in nursing. 

Make sure to follow these fantastic twirlers on their Instagram page @utsatwirlers or on Facebook at UTSA Twirlers. We look forward to seeing them together as they show off their SOSA Pride this Fall. Congrats Gabi, Elisabeth, Kyra, KayLynn, Zoe, and Adriana! Go Roadrunners!

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it. 

2025 Fall Twirler Announcements - Texas State University

Hello Texas Twirl Fans!

It is that exciting time of year where twirlers are auditioning for twirling spots for the Fall. This blog hopes to help spread the excitement by announcing the selections for the lovely twirlers we will see on the field very soon in Texas or representing out of State. If you have an announcement for new twirler selections for 2025-26, please email texastwirlcontact@gmail.com so that we can help spread the word!

Today's we announce the new 2025-2026 Texas State University Feature Twirlers!

Texas State University, located in San Marcos, TX, is the home of the "Pride of the Hill Country" - the Bobcat Marching Band. Annually, the BMB selects twirlers to serve in their feature positions. Auditions were held this spring, and three twirlers were selected to represent Texas State for Fall 2025!

Returning to the Bobcat Marching Band for her senior season will be Hollyn Flemings-Stump, and new to the TXST Jim Wacker field will be incoming freshmen, Brooklyn Maxwell & Olivia Crisp!

 

Brooklyn Maxwell is and incoming freshman from Kilgore, Texas, where she was a majorette for all four years and served as Head Twirler her senior year. She is coached by Janice Jackson Seamands, and her most notable title was the 16-year-old National Show Twirl Champion. 

We asked Brooklyn what brought her to Texas State, and she told us it was a mix of the campus and the band program. "I have seen multiple videos of the pregame and halftime performances of the Texas State BMB and I loved the band atmosphere I felt, and I loved the uniqueness of the band running out on the field and their unique moves in their drill. I also love the campus. It is just the right size, and it is absolutely gorgeous. Kaylee Williams, a former TX State feature twirler was a student of my coach a few years back and I loved watching her twirl. She talked to me about Texas State a few years ago and I loved getting to hear about her stories at Texas State and how much she loved it there! I am so excited to continue my twirling career at Texas State. I am so thankful and blessed that I was given this position and I can’t wait for all of the amazing memories I am going to make with Olivia and Hollyn. I cannot wait to twirl with them. Go Bobcats!"

Olivia Crisp is and incoming freshman from New Braunfels, Texas, where she was the Feature Twirler at Canyon Lake High School. She is a member of the Twirling Sweet Sensations where she is coached by Michele Pangrac, and this year she had the honor winning the Senior Beginner Southwest Regional Pageant. 

We asked Olivia what brought her to Texas State, and she said attending a game her Junior year was the moment she knew it would be a great home away from home. "I wanted to twirl at Texas state because I loved the campus and the community. I had the opportunity to see a TXST football game my junior year of high school and I felt like I could really picture myself on that field, ultimately leading to my determination to get this role as feature twirler!"

Returning Feature Twirler, Hollyn Fleming-Stump, is from Melissa, Texas, and is excited for her senior season!

We look forward to seeing these three talented young ladies as they lead the Pride of the Hill Country and are featured at halftime in the Bobcat Stadium. Congrats to Holly, Brooklyn, and Olivia! Eat 'Em Up Cats!

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it.

2025 Fall Twirler Announcements - University of Houston

 Hello Texas Twirl Fans!

It is that exciting time of year where twirlers are auditioning for twirling spots for the Fall. This blog hopes to help spread the excitement by announcing the selections for the lovely twirlers we will see on the field very soon in Texas or representing out of State. If you have an announcement for new twirler selections for 2025-26, please email texastwirlcontact@gmail.com so that we can help spread the word!

Today's we announce the new 2025-2026 University of Houston Feature Twirlers!

UH, located in Houston, Texas, is the home of the Cougars and the Spirit of Houston Marching Band. Coordinated by Coach Kayli Mickey-McIntosh, UH has a great history of twirlers shining on the field at TDECU stadium! This year we are excited that there will be three amazing twirlers continuing the tradition. Your 2025-26 UH Feature Twirlers are Paige Carruthers, Kaelin Estepp, and Kiera George!

New to the UH field, and new to Texas this season, will be Kaelin Estepp! Kaelin is from New Market Maryland, where she twirled at her High School for special events such as Homecoming and Pep Rallies. She is a member of the Wheaton Dance Twirl Team, where she is coached by Annie Marie Kennedy and Kacy Dovich. You might have heard her name at AYOP as she is a five-time Team USA member and has won a various number of Maryland State, Mid Atlantic Regional and National titles.

We asked this Maryland native what made her decide to leave the cold northern winters in exchange for our Texas temperatures, and she said it was the feeling she got on campus. "I was most interested in Houston by the atmosphere of the school, as all of the people I met were so nice and so welcoming. I visited a basketball game, and the atmosphere and school spirit drew me in instantly. I cannot wait to be a part of the Spirit of Houston next year!"

Also new to TDECU Stadium, but definitely not new to the Lonestar State, will be Texas twirler Keira George! Keira is from Tatum, Texas, where she twirled in her school's line all throughout high school, serving as the Lieutenant her junior year and Captain this year. She was also allowed premier performances as the Feature Twirler! She is a member of the Mickey's Majorettes where she is coached by Patti Mickey and Kayli Mickey-McIntosh. Keira has many Texas State and Southwest Regional titles including the 2023 Junior Texas State Intermediate Pageant Winner and the 2024 Intermediate Texas State 2 Baton & X-Strut Winner. 

We asked this small-town girl what made her ready to take on the big city, and she said it was knowing that she has the Spirit of Houston behind her. "The spirit at U of H drew me in the most. The love that the students and alumni have for the Cougars through and through is so evident, and I am so ready to join the Spirit of Houston! It's Coogs House!"

Returning to the field for her second season is Paige Carruthers! Paige is from Oviedo, Florida, where she is coached by Candy and Karina from the Brite Stars Twirlers. She is a multiple time gold medal winner from the AAU Junior Olympics and is the Florida State Fair Intermediate Twirl-Off Winner. We loved watching her last season and can't wait to see what she brings to the field this season.

Congrats & Welcome to Kaelin, Keira, and Welcome Back to Paige. We know this trio is going to bring some fierce twirling to TDECU Stadium, and we know they will all three be amazing representatives for U of H. Whose House? Coog's House! 

We hope you have enjoyed this blog post. We are always looking for great new stories about Texas twirlers. Do you have an idea or some information we could use to help highlight our sport? Contact us at texastwirlcontact@gmail.com and we would love to hear more about it.