Missouri Valley Jags
Gymnastics
"Developing Champions for Life"
Team Staff
Debbie Ward - Owner and Head Coach
I have owned Missouri Valley Gymnastics, Inc. since opening in 1993. I am originally from Oklahoma and moved to Missouri with my husband Darrell to attend BBC in Springfield. I have always loved the sport of gymnastics since I was in Junior High and have always dreamed of owning my own gym. I have coached kids from beginning gymnastics all the way to National level gymnasts. I have been blessed to watch some of my gymnasts fulfill their dreams of becoming college athletes. I would never trade my occupation with anyone. I consider it an honor to work with children, they bring out the best in me. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to share His love within our program.
* Owner and Head Coach
* Has been coaching gymnastics since 1984
* Coached numerous State, Regional, and National Champions as well as many scholarship athletes
* Is a current member of USAG, and is safety certified
* Head Coach for Evangel University Cheer (HAAC Champions & UCA Nationals Qualifers) 2001-2014
* Has trained under National team coaches and Collegiate level coaches
Bill Hopkins
*20 years college coaching
*4x National Coach of the Year
*9 NCAA Regional Champion Teams
*2 National Champion Teams
*7 Individual National Champions
*58 All Americans
*International coaching with German and Netherland teams
*6 years as chair of the National Gymnastics Association
Cassidy McGoningal
*Competed through Level 9
*Has been coaching for 4 years
*Coached team for 2 years
*USAG certified
Bailey Muggenburg
*Competed through Level 8 at Missouri Valley
*Was a High School Cheerleader, and a state champion
*Has been coaching for 8 years
*Coached team gymnastics for 4 years
*USAG certified
*Recreational Program Director
Kathy Yates
*Has been coaching for 3 years
*Coached team gymnastics for 3 years
*USAG certified