Walter Johnson captures Montgomery County’s last gymnastics title

The Wildcats finished the season undefeated

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May 11, 2026 10:05 a.m.

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Entering the 2026 season, Ana Lorenzo wanted to challenge her gymnasts at Walter Johnson High School in North Bethesda, Maryland, to get out of their comfort zone.

The 30-year-old coach wanted her gymnasts to encourage each other to try their hardest in practice and to give each other feedback when trying new routines and moves.

“I’ve instilled in their mind that it’s OK to fail because you’re trying your hardest at that moment in time,” Lorenzo said. “I’m not going to pin it against you.”

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Originally published at Bethesdamagazine