TEXAS EAST KIDS - Key Persons


Allyssa Woods

Job Titles:
  • Camp Director, KPA Teacher, Secretary
I've been on a tour of East Texas all my life and have been apart of Texas East Kids since 2019. I have a love of theatre, arts, and because I come from a large family, I love working with children! I've worked with children in some way since I was 16, as well as working in office administration since 17.

Alyssa Davis

Alyssa was born and raised in Paris, Texas. After she graduated from North Lamar High School she attended Paris Junior College. She was a competitive gymnast for 11 years and enjoyed the sport so much, she began coaching once she retired from competing. Alyssa and her husband, Corey have been happily married for 7 years and currently have 3 fur babies. Outside of gymnastics she enjoys, automotive performance, helping with her husband's business, and spending time with her family. Alyssa is looking forward to inspiring and teaching many generations of gymnasts at TEG.

Elizabeth Wilcox

Job Titles:
  • Media and Marketing
Beth was born in Berkeley, California and attended Stillwater High School in Oklahoma. She attended college at William Woods at Fulton, Missouri and Central Methodist College in Fayette, Missouri and worked her summer jobs at Silver Dollar City. She was a gymnast for 11 years and coached gymnastics for 32 years. She now works behind the desk in the office and behind the camera around the gym. Her hobbies include any artistic endeavor! She hopes to one day travel the U.S. in her fifth wheel with her husband Tommy.

Emma Cook

My name is Emma Cook. I was born in Tyler, Tx & I currently attend Whitehouse High School. I am a varsity cheerleader & have been cheering & tumbling for about 10 years & I love getting to work with kids. In my free time I like to listen to music & spend time with my friends & family.

Grayce Beaulieu

My name is Grayce Beaulieu and I go to Robert E. Lee High School. I play soccer and compete in powerlifting. My favorite things to do in my free time are nap and read books

Jennifer Tyndell

Job Titles:
  • KPA Director
  • Preschool and KPA Director
I was born and raised in Tyler, TX, and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, TJC, and UT Tyler. I began attending Texas East Gymnastics at the age of 7 and was a competitive gymnast on our team for 7 years. When my competitive career came to an end, I began a coaching career here that lasted for 14 years. Before I moved to pursue my teaching career, I not only coached the team and recreational classes of all ages and levels but also helped oversee our former Jacksonville facility and Tyler preschool program. After an 8 year, elementary teaching career, I am thrilled to return to my "home" and first love-Texas East Gymnastics! I love working with children, and watching them grow in their self-confidence and skill, and am excited to be able to do so with you at here Texas East Gymnastics!

Julia Eddings

Julia was born and raised in Tyler, Texas. She graduated from Bishop T. K. Gorman and attends Tyler Junior College pursuing a Kinesiology degree. Finding a love for gymnastics at a young age, Julia attended preschool classes and competed for Texas East Gymnastics throughout elementary and middle school. She enjoys teaching recreational gymnastics and hopes to continue doing so after college.

Katelyn Malone

Katelyn was born in Tyler, TX. She graduated from Whitehouse High School in 2021. This fall she will attend the University of Texas at Tyler to pursue a degree in nursing. Katelyn danced for 11 years and cheered for 2 years. She has volunteered in childcare at her church for 7 years, which has sparked a desire to teach and inspire children.

Kelly Gilbert

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Kelly was born in Redlands, California, but was raised everywhere. Kelly is the Office Manager of Texas East Gymnastics and the glue that holds everything together! Kelly has been an important member of the TEG team for over 20 years. Kelly has done everything from coaching pre-school and Academy classes to assembling furniture and handling plumbing emergencies!

Korrighan Smith

Korrighan was born in Fort Campbell, Tennessee. He traveled around a lot living in Kentucky, Arkansas, and Georgia before moving to Texas where he spent the majority of his educative years. He is a graduate of Commerce highschool and moved to Tyler to pursue a degree in biology. After graduating from TJC he plans to attend Texas tech university to secure a degree in bio medical engineering. He competed in highschool cross country, track, powerlifting, and competitive cheer where he excelled to the state level for all events and even to the national level for cheer. Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn

Macy Mann

My name is Macy Mann I was born and raised in Tyler, Tx. I attend Whitehouse High School. I am currently captain of our varsity cheer team. I have been cheering for about 10 years. I have babysat for around 5 years. Working with kids brings me so much joy! On my free time I enjoy spending time with friends, working out, and traveling!

Maddie Crebbs

Maddie was born in Tyler, Texas. She is currently attending Robert E. Lee High School. Maddie was a tumbler at TEG for a couple of years and gets great joy working with children. In her free time she likes to workout with her powerlifting team at Lee as well as spending time with her friends and family. Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn

Maggie Luce

I am Maggie Luce. I currently go to Grace Community and I am a varsity cheerleader. I love working with kids and being with people. Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn

Marisol Knight

Marisol was born and raised in Tyler, Texas. She graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 2012 and then went off to study pediatric nursing at Stephen F. Austin State University. Marisol danced and played soccer for many years. Her favorite styles of dance are lyrical, contemporary, and jazz. Her favorite soccer team is FC Barcelona! She enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, petting puppies, and "punny" jokes! She is very excited to work with your tiny tumblers and gymnasts at TEK!

Martin Parsley

Job Titles:
  • Owner

Natalia Khongsaengdao

Natalia was born in Dallas, Texas and graduated from South Grand Prairie High School. She graduated from TJC with a certification in American Sign Language, gaining experience as a teacher along the way. In her free time she loves to care for animals, paint, and spend time with family and friends. Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn

Sage Bares LaMott

Sage was born in Beaumont, Tx. and moved to Tyler when she was 5 years old. She graduated high school in 2013 and pursed Kinesiology at TJC where she cheered. She is married and has 2 little girls. She has worked at TEG for 8 years.

Stacy Panfil-Parsley

Job Titles:
  • Owner