Brookwood Gymnastics Wraps Up Fantastic Season


By: Bella Heppelmann, Westwood High School Class of 2027

February 10, 2026

Publisher’s Note – We are so grateful to Bella Heppelmann for providing these detailed recaps of the Brookline/Westwood Gymnastics meets from the 2026 season. The Brookwood team finished strong, and we’re pleased to share the results and stories with you.
 
Brookwood vs. Wellesley (Sunday, January 11)
 
Brookwood Gymnastics traveled to Wellesley on Sunday, January 11, falling 144.95–116.05. Despite the loss, the meet was highlighted by multiple personal bests and a strong all-around performance from captain Bella Heppelmann.
 
Brookwood opened on vault with solid performances from Mia Heppelmann (8.1) and Archa Doshi (8.0), both earning new personal bests. Bella led the event with an impressive 8.5.
 
On bars, Archa scored a 5.0, and Keira Patrick added a 6.0. Bella also contributed a 7.4 on the event.
 
Beam brought more success, as freshman Natalia Kiami delivered a strong performance, setting a new personal best of 6.7, up from her previous 5.0. Mia also had a personal best with a 7.0, while Keira added a 6.7. Bella contributed to the lineup with a strong 8.4.
 
Brookwood closed on floor with another series of strong routines. Archa recorded a new personal best of 7.4, Mia scored a 6.7, and Keira earned a 7.3. Bella ended the rotation with an 8.0.
 
Bella finished the night with an all-around score of 32.3, leading the Wolverines in a meet that demonstrated significant growth and steady improvement.
 
Brookwood vs. Framingham (Tuesday, January 13)
 
Brookwood Gymnastics hosted Framingham on Tuesday, January 13, falling 126.05–109.65. Despite the final score, the meet featured several personal bests and another strong all-around performance from captain Bella Heppelmann.
 
Brookwood opened on vault with solid routines from Mia Heppelmann (7.3) and Archa Doshi (7.1), while Natalia Kiami added a 5.0. Bella led the lineup with a 7.9.
 
On bars, Archa earned a personal-best 6.0, and Keira Patrick followed with a personal-best 6.15. Bella delivered one of her strongest bar routines of the season, posting a personal-best 7.6.
 
Beam scores included Natalia (6.1), Mia (6.5), and Keira (6.0), while Bella anchored the event with a 7.8.
 
Brookwood closed on floor with strong energy. Mia scored a 6.25, Archa added a 7.0, and Keira posted a personal-best 7.5. Bella finished the rotation with an outstanding personal-best 8.45.
 
Bella earned a 31.75 in the all-around, leading the Wolverines in a competitive home meet.
 
Brookwood vs. Needham (Tuesday, January 20)
 
Brookwood traveled to Needham on Tuesday, January 20, falling 123.3–110.45. The team showed resilience throughout the away meet, highlighted by steady performances and a new personal best on beam.
 
Brookwood opened on vault with strong scores from Mia Heppelmann (8.0) and Archa Doshi (7.85), while Natalia Kiami added a 6.25. Bella led the event with an 8.35.
 
On bars, Archa scored a 5.5 and Keira Patrick added a 5.3, while Bella contributed a 7.4 to the lineup.
 
Beam was a highlight for the Wolverines, as Keira delivered a personal-best 7.5. Mia added a 6.0 and Natalia scored a 5.0, while Bella posted a 7.1.
 
Brookwood closed on floor with consistent routines from Mia (6.7), Archa (7.3), and Keira (7.2). Bella once again led the rotation with an 8.3.
 
Bella finished with a 31.15 all-around score, and the Wolverines continued to show steady growth and determination.
 
Brookwood vs. Natick (Friday, January 23)
 
Brookwood hosted Natick on Friday, January 23, falling 133.75–99.45. The Wolverines competed without captain Bella Heppelmann, who was out with an ankle injury but remained an energetic and supportive presence throughout the home meet.
 
Brookwood opened on vault with Mia Heppelmann leading the way with a 7.6, followed by Archa Doshi (7.2) and Natalia Kiami (4.5).
 
On bars, Archa posted a 5.9, and Keira Patrick added a 4.9.
 
Beam included routines from Natalia (5.2) and Mia (5.6), while Keira led the lineup with a strong 7.1.
 
Brookwood’s strongest event of the night came on floor. Archa scored a 7.0, Mia added a strong routine, and Keira delivered an impressive personal-best 8.0 to close out the meet.
 
Brookwood maintained a positive mindset and strong effort throughout the competition.
 
Brookwood Tri-Meet vs. Walpole & Braintree (Friday, January 30)
 
Brookwood hosted Walpole and Braintree in a tri-meet on Friday, January 30, scoring a 109.7. Braintree finished with a 130.35, and Walpole scored a 128.35.
 
Brookwood opened on vault with Mia Heppelmann earning a personal-best 8.15, while Archa Doshi added a 7.7 and Natalia Kiami scored a 5.35.
 
On bars, captain Bella Heppelmann made her return to competition, performing on one foot and still earning a personal-best 7.65. Archa contributed a 6.0, and Keira Patrick posted a personal-best 6.4.
 
Beam was another strong event, highlighted by Keira’s personal-best 8.0. Mia scored a 6.0 and Natalia added a 6.1.
 
Brookwood closed on floor with consistent routines from Archa (7.3), Keira (7.45), and Mia, who earned a personal-best 7.5.
 
The Wolverines brought strong energy and leadership to the floor, feeding off the excitement of the home crowd.
 
Brookwood vs. Weymouth (Friday, February 1)
 
Brookwood traveled to Weymouth on Friday, February 1, falling 126.95–107.25. The meet showcased continued effort and steady routines across all four events.
 
Brookwood opened on vault with Mia Heppelmann leading the team with a 7.7, followed closely by Archa Doshi (7.6) and Natalia Kiami (5.2).
 
On bars, Archa scored a 5.5, and Keira Patrick added a 4.5, while Bella Heppelmann contributed a 6.6.
 
Beam scores included Natalia (5.8) and Mia (6.3), while Keira led the lineup with a 6.8.
 
Brookwood closed on floor with strong performances from Archa (6.7), Mia (7.0), and Keira (7.4).
 
As the season has progressed, the Wolverines’ confidence and consistency have grown tremendously in both away and home meets.
 
Brookwood Exhibition vs. Braintree (Tuesday, February 10)
 
Brookwood Gymnastics traveled to Braintree on Tuesday, February 10, for an exhibition meet to close out the season. While the meet did not count toward league standings or include official team scores, it provided the Wolverines with an opportunity to compete, have fun, and finish the year on a positive note.
 
Brookwood opened the meet on bars, where Archa Doshi scored a 5.9 and Keira Patrick added a 4.8. Bella Heppelmann contributed a strong 7.1 to lead the lineup.
 
The Wolverines moved to vault next, with Archa leading off and earning a 6.7. Mia Heppelmann followed with an impressive 8.0 to pace the team on the event.
 
On floor, Brookwood delivered a consistent rotation. Mia scored a 7.15, Archa added a 7.3, Keira posted a 7.55, and Bella finished with a 7.85.
 
Brookwood closed out the season on beam. Mia earned a 6.7, Keira followed with a 7.3, and Bella ended the final rotation with a strong 8.1.
 
Although it was an exhibition, the meet was a great way for the Wolverines to celebrate their hard work, compete with confidence, and enjoy one final opportunity together this season.


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