04/13/2026
The morning after WGI World Championships concludes, we gather for our annual banquet before heading back to Rock Hill, SC. It is one of our favorite traditions and a chance to reflect, celebrate, and recognize everything this group poured into the season.
This banquet is about more than awards. It is about honoring the work, growth, leadership, heart, and commitment that shaped the experience for everyone at Γtude. Some of these honors are voted on by the members, while others are selected by staff, but every one of them represents something deeply meaningful to our organization.
π 2026 Awards:
β’ Dancer of the Year β Ciara Jarmon
β’ Sabre of the Year β Alex Holt
β’ Flag of the Year β Luke Turnage
β’ Rifle of the Year β Sean Soto
β’ Most Improved β Erik McLean
β’ Most Improved β Libby Wi******er
β’ Rookie of the Year β Sean Soto
β’ Member of the Year β Cassie Draper
β’ Spirit of Γtude β Jade Codispoti-Garney
β’ Leadership Award β Jack Galardi & Lauren Younger
β’ Outstanding Alumni β Michaela Johnson
β’ Symphony Award β Byron Valentine
β’ Special Thanks β The Campbell Family Foundation
β’ Hall of Fame Inductees β Jack Galardi & Alex Holt
We say it every year, and we mean it: we truly wish we could give every single member their own award. This team is full of people who made a lasting impact on Γtude, and we are so proud of all they brought to this season.
Congratulations on another amazing season. Rub it, shake it, pass it, gooooo Γtude! π