TUCSON, Ariz. – Arizona Gymnastics has inked five signees on 2024 National Signing Day, the team announced on Wednesday. The talented class which includes Elle Bragga, Riley Carman, Delaney Mead, Hillary Puleo, and Lily Tisdale is ranked No. 19 by College Gym News.
"We are thrilled to welcome this dynamic class to Arizona," said head coach
John Court. "These scholar-athletes bring an impressive mix of heart, competitive drive, and skill to our team. Their love and desire for wanting to be part of our program will be the fuel that can push us to a higher level. We know they will succeed scholastically and competitively in the Big 12 and grow into future leaders."
Elle Bragga 
Peachtree Corners, Ga. | Georgia Elite Gymnastics
Career Highs:
VT – 9.60
UB – 9.80
BB – 9.550
FX – 9.60
AA – 38.275
- Trained at Georgia Elite Gymnastics for five years under coach Pete Arenas
- Four-time Level 10 National qualifier
- 2024 Georgia state champions on bars, floor, and the all-around
- Two-time top three all-around finisher at Region 8 Regionals
- Placed seventh on beam at 2023 Nationals
Elle says: "I chose Arizona because of the amazing coaches, the welcoming team, and the great academic and athletic opportunities in Tucson."
Coach Court says: "We cannot wait to welcome Elle and her family to Tucson. She is an elegant gymnast with a great work ethic. Watch for her to lead our beam and bar line ups in the future."
Riley Carman 
Etha, Ohio | Gym X-Treme
Career Highs:
VT – 9.70
UB – 9.775
BB – 9.275
FX – 9.625
AA – 37.475
- Trained at Gym X-Treme for 11 years under coaches Ric and Amy Voorhies, Joanna Docherty, Yulia Sabko, and Li Li
- Placed ninth on vault at Nationals in 2024
- Finished third on floor at Regionals
- Placed second in the all-around at States
- Placed first on bars and third in the all-around at the Winter Classic in 2024
- Two-time Region 5 Yhatzee Best Presentation award winner
- Earned Region 5 Best Bar Combo
Riley says: "I chose the University of Arizona because the coaches and team instantly felt like family and the campus feels like home. Arizona has everything needed to challenge me to grow as an athlete and a student."
Coach Court says: "We are delighted to welcome Riley and her family to Arizona. Her commitment to the team experience and positivity will be great for our team dynamic. She has skills on each event that will improve our depth and she excels on bars."
Delaney Mead
Kingston, Wash. | Cascade Elite Gymnastics
Career Highs:
VT – 9.775
UB – 9.775
BB – 9.525
FX – 9.80
AA – 38.25
- Trained at Cascade Elite Gymnastics for 12 years under coaches Ian Campbell, Krystal van Buuren, and James Thompson
- Invited to the USA Gymnastics Development Program National Team Camp in 2023
- Two-time national qualifier in 2022 and 2023
- Placed third on bars, sixth on floor, and ninth in the all-around at 2024 Nationals
- Four-time Region 2 qualifier
- Finished third in the all-around at Regionals in 2023
Delaney says: "I chose to attend the University of Arizona because of the people and the campus. Everyone at Arizona is so welcoming and made me feel like I was part of a family."
Coach Court says: "We are excited to welcome Delaney and her family to the Wildcat family. She is an all-around athlete with dynamic skills across the events. Her powerful floor routine will be a fan favorite."
Hillary Puleo
Phoenix, Ariz. | Gold Medal Gymnastics
Career Highs:
VT – 9.70
UB – 9.675
BB – 9.70
FX – 9.650
AA – 38.350
- Trained at Gold Medal Gymnastics for three years and at Arizona Sunrays for five years under coaches Amanda Borden, Kristin Fanning, Rilee Saur, Clayton Modic, and Austin Kelly
- Two-time National qualifier
- Placed seventh on beam and in the all-around at Nationals in 2024
- Finished sixth on beam at Nationals in 2023
- Helped Gold Medal Gymnastics to a first-place finish at 2024 State
Hillary says: "I chose Arizona because of the family feel when I first stepped on campus. I love the heat and how the campus is close to home!"
Coach Court says: "It's a pillar of ours to recruit the best athletes in the state and we are thrilled to welcome Hillary and her family to Arizona. She is someone that will impact every event immediately and has great consistency as an athlete."
Lily Tisdale
Austin, Texas | Crenshaw Athletic Club
Career Highs:
VT – 9.60
UB – 9.650
BB – 9.40
FX – 9.775
AA – 37.700
- Trained at Crenshaw Athletic Club for 15 years under Adam Miller, Brandon Kays, and Mia Townes
- 2024 Texas State floor champion
- Three-time Texas Regional qualifier (2022, 2023, and 2024)
- Three-time Texas State qualifier
- Qualified to the USA Gymnastics Development Program National Team Camp three times (2022, 2023, and 2024)
Lily says: "I chose the U of A because of the beautiful campus and the connection I felt with the team. The coaches are so committed to helping you grow as an athlete, student, and person and the team made me feel so welcomed."
Coach Court says: "We are thrilled to welcome Lily and her family to Wildcat Nation. She is an all-around athlete that can elevate all four events and has a great appreciation for team culture."
