Katelyn Ohashi

Katelyn Ohashi became the 2013 American Cup Champion, triumphing over Simone Biles in a significant early career highlight. Her remarkable career began in the junior division where, in 2009, she made her debut at the Junior Olympic National Championships, placing first on floor exercise and fourth in the all-around. The same year, she earned a silver medal on floor at the USA Gymnastics National Championships and was named to the junior national team. Ohashi continued her junior division success in 2010, securing silver medals in the all-around, bars, beam, and floor at the U.S.

Classic, and claiming the bars title at the USA Gymnastics National Championships. Internationally, she earned multiple gold and silver medals at the Bumbo Cup in Pretoria, South Africa, in 2010. In 2011, Ohashi contributed to a team gold medal and secured an individual gold medal on floor at the City of Jesolo Trophy, ultimately being crowned the 2011 junior national champion. Following her junior elite success and a challenging period of injuries, Ohashi transitioned to collegiate gymnastics, joining the UCLA Bruins team for the 2015–2016 season.

Continuing her advocacy and public presence, Ohashi made a television appearance on Disney Channel’s ‘Bunk’d’ in 2023, further expanding her reach beyond the gymnastics arena. In 2024, she once again participated in Simone Biles’ ‘Gold Over America Tour,’ reinforcing her commitment to inspiring the next generation of athletes and fans through live performances. Katelyn Ohashi remains a prominent figure, utilizing her celebrated career and powerful voice to champion well-being and positive self-image within and beyond the athletic community.