Courageous Overcomer
This gorgeous, inspirational leo was designed by GG’s head designer, Layla Smith.
In the fall of 2020, right after her first level 7 season that ended abruptly due to the pandemic, Layla received an Osgood Schlatter’s medical diagnosis.
Events that she endured after being diagnosed included no gymnastics training for 3 months, changing gyms, limited gymnastics training, unbearable knee pain, and finally overcoming both Achilles tendinitis and dual thumb fractures.
For two consecutive years Layla hasn’t competed due to the combination of obstacles she has overcome. The only reason she has and continues to persevere is because of who she is in Christ.
The Bible tells us that Jesus encouraged His people to remain steadfast through trials. Through Christ, Layla has been made a Courageous Overcomer, and so have you!
Because of the challenges she has faced, Layla decided to create this leo to represent every gymnast who has previously or is currently experiencing obstacles in their gymnastics career, reminding you that you can overcome any obstacle you face, through Christ and you are an overcomer!
“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is the one who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?” I John 5:4-5