Say "Hi!" to our
Champion Staff !
We can't wait to make you a Champion !!
Adam & Karrie Flanagan
Owners/Head Coaches
Karrie has over 26 years combined coaching experience in recreational and competitive gymnastics, recreational and competitive cheerleading and tumbling. Karrie was a competitive gymnast for 7 years - competed for Bart Conner Gymnastics Academy (Norman, OK) • 2 years Ada High School Cougann Dance/Drill Team • 3 years ECU Coed Cheerleader and was Captain of squad • Choreographer for numerous competitive gymnastics routines and performances as well as competitive all star and collegiate cheerleading routines and performances • United States Gymnastics Federation Safety Certified • USAG Professional Member • AAU Gymnastics Member • AACCA Cheerleading Safety Certified • CPR & First Aid Certified • Homeschool Teacher of our son Keaton for 13 years who just graduated in 2024 with his Associates Degree at Oklahoma Christian University with Summa Cum Laude Honors and Valedictorian at Epic Charter Schools with a GPA 4.31. He currently is attending ECU as a Business Major.
Adam and Karrie Flanagan have been married for 23 years. Together they have Owned and Operated gyms for over 22 years. In 2002 they opened their first gym, All Star Tumbling & Cheer in Atoka, OK and was there for 3 years before moving to Ada and opening up Champion Athletics in January 2007. Adam has served within the church and mission field for over 14 year and has 22 years of coaching experience in competitive and recreational gymnastics, power tumbling and our most popular private lesson instructor. He has also brought exciting new classes into the gym like parkour and ninja warrior!
A few neat things about Champion... Article done in CheerBiz News "The Big Move" Aug-Sept 2005 issue • Article done on Karrie in CheerBiz News "Party Time" Dec-Jan 2005 issue • Lesson Plan published in Patti Komara's "Preschool Theme Lesson Plans from Across the U.S.A" • Pepsi Grant Recipient 2010 where we were featured on local news as well as Good Morning America (Check out our "Journey into Pepsi Land" album to see all the numerous features and excitement from our grant). • Article done in Technique Magazine by USA Gymnastics in January 2011 • We host an annual "I am 3rd" Gymnastics Meet to raise money for charity and to encourage others to put God 1st, others 2nd and ourselves 3rd.
Keaton Flanagan
Ninja Warrior/AAU Team &
Private Lesson Coach
Hi my name is Keaton Flanagan. I am currently attending ECU. I recently graduated Epic Charter School as the valedictorian in May. I also obtained my Associates Degree from Oklahoma Christian University with Summa Cum Laude honors.
I have been in the gym since I was born as my parents are the owners of Champion! I competed in gymnastics for 4 years with Champion Athletics and 1 year on the USAG Boys Team at Bart Conners Gymnastics Academy. While competing I won several State Champion titles. I enjoy working with children as I have served many years as a Small Group leader at my church, Jr Camp Counselor at Cornerstone Kids Ranch and teach Bible Studies in my neighborhood. My passion is the guitar and enjoy playing in the worship band at church and the BSU!
Shannon Martinez
Gymnastics/Tumbling & AAU Team
Hi! My name is Shannon. Gymnastics has been one of my favorite things for a long time! When I was younger I was a competitive gymnast at Santa Cruz Gymnastics Center then started coaching for them in high-school after “retirement.” This ignited the passion for building up young women. This summer will mark 20 years since I started coaching!
I have a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology (Exercise Science/Testing) and loved studying the correlation between physical health and self-esteem. My personal mantra and goal in life is to always practically equip and joyfully encourage.
My little family just moved to Ada to be closer to family. It’s me and my husband, Greg, and our son, Cody. He was just born this last summer! Greg & I grew up together and have been married for 11 years. We love hiking and spending time by the water whether it’s the ocean, lake, or rivers!
I am super excited and honored to be part of the Champion Athletics this year!
Teresa Rhame
Summer AAU Gymnastics Team Coach & AAU Judge
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Kaycie Young
AAU Gymnastics Team Coach
Hey Champions my name is Kaycie Young! A little bit about me is I have been married to my amazing husband, Tanner, for 13 years and I am a mom of 3 beautiful girls Edyn (7), Willow (5) and Haven (2).
I graduated from East Central University with a degree in Exercise Science. As for my gymnastics background, I grew up in competitive gymnastics, and competed for six years. I then coached team at Champion Athletics for a little over six years, taking a break to start our family. Besides coaching, I work full time for Upstream Rehabilitation doing medical billing.
I am so excited for the opportunity to return to Champion to help coach the Bronze team!
Jaylan Miller
Gymnastics/Tumbling & Private Coach
Hi! My name is Jaylan Miller or better known as Jay. I’ve been at Champion Athletics since I could walk and now I have had the amazing opportunity to work for them the past few years! I cheered for five years with Byng schools and now for cheers at ECU university. I also did Champion Competitive Gymnastics for two years as well as competed with the Champion All Star Cheerleaders when I was little. Teaching is a big part of my life because I love watching others grow and preform with confidence in their skills!
Lexie Smith
Gymnastics, Tumbling, Cheer & Private Lesson Coach
Hi I am Lexie Smith! I am a student at Oklahoma State University studying business management! I am born and raised in Ada, Ok and attended Ada High School. I have tumbled and cheered my entire life, even at Champion Athletics! I was on Ada Varsity Cheer squad during my four years of high school. A fun fact about me is that I cheered in the Macys Day Parade when I was 17
Ava Handcock
Preschool Gymnastics Coach
Hi I'm Ava! I am currently a Junior in High School. I have always loved working with children in my church as well as a Samaritan's Purse Ambassador with Operation Christmas Child where I go around schools and churches to speak with students on how to bless other children with the love of Christ by packing a shoe box to be gifted to children in third world countries that shares the Gospel. I love my job at Champion getting to work with little ones and experiencing the joy they have in class like I did when I took classes and private lessons at Champion for years.
Zoe Grooms
Gymnastics/Tumbling &
Private Lesson Coach
Hi my name is Zoe! I am currently an ECU student and on the Track & Field Team. I spent my childhood in the gym as a gymnast and later went on to compete for several years. I am now enjoying getting to teach the students at Champion all the fun they can have in gymnastics!
Megan Groves
Preschool & AAU Team Coach
My name is Megan Groves. I am a wife and mother to two amazing children. I have been coaching various sports and teaching PE for the past 16 years. I am currently one of the PE teachers at both Byng and Homer Elementary campuses along with coaching track and basketball at Byng Elementary. My passion is working with children and helping them learn and grow. My daughter Emma is on the Champion AAU Gymnastics team, we love being Champions!
Lea Smith
Office Staff
Jocelyn Lewis
Office Staff
Victoria Mardones
Office Staff (pic coming soon)
Champion Substitute Coaching Staff
Our Goal is to never cancel a class or private lesson.
We have a dedicated back up team so we are always prepared.
Kailee Aguilar
Preschool/Recreational Gymnastics
Hi! My name is Kailee Aguilar. I am a wife and mother to three beautiful kids. I began tumbling and cheer at a young age and cheered for 4 years at Latta High School. I attended East Central University and obtained my degree in Counseling. I worked in Child Welfare for 7+ years in Oklahoma and Colorado. I am currently a Children’s Care Coordinator at Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness. My passion is serving others! Watching kids overcome challenges, barriers and their own fear to achieve a goal they set is such a rewarding experience. My oldest daughter is on the AAU Team at Champion Athletics and also participates in as many extra classes as she can so we are always at the gym! I am very excited and thankful for this opportunity.
Destiny Crowell
Gymnastics/Tumbling/AAU Team & Private Lesson Coach
Hi! My name is Destiny Crowell!
I was a competitive gymnast for 10+ years where I competed for Champion Athletics for 2yrs. I have found a new love and passion, for coaching young gymnast and helping my competitive girls achieve their dreams! I attend ECU university where I am currently studying nursing, I hope to one day be able to work in OB. Some fun facts about me is I love going to the gym, I have two dogs, and two pigs named Pumbaa and Timon! I wouldn’t be where I am at today without the love of Jesus in my heart!
Lilli Keefer
Gymnastics/Tumbling &
Private Lesson Coach
Hi! My name is Lilli Kiefer!
I was a competitive gymnast for 10+ years where I competed for Champion Athletics and then went on to compete USAG. I currently am an Ada High Cheerleader. I love this sport and the opportunity to help aspiring gymnasts and cheerleaders love it also! I look forward to working with your Champion!!