Meet The Staff

Owner - President - Head Coach

Stacie Doemland

Stacie dreamed of having my own gym since she was a kid and opened Sunflower Gymnastics in 2004.

She has a Bachelors in Physical Education and Health from Emporia State University. Stacie taught Elementary Physical Education in Augusta and Edwardsville, and Health at Emporia Middle School before opening Sunflower in 2004. 
Stacie was the Kansas State Chair for USA Gymnastics – Trampoline and Tumbling from 2007-2011.

Stacie competed in Trampoline and Tumbling  from 1995-2012 traveling to many competitions across the United States. Stacie was most recently awarded Double Mini National Champion in 2012 among many other National top 3 placements. 

When she is not at the gym Stacie enjoys spending time with her husband David and two sons, Bennett and River; camping; hiking; sewing; cooking; working out and reading.

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"I love teaching gymnastics because I enjoy seeing the progress that the students achieve with their hard work." – Stacie Doemland

Owner - Vice President - Coach

David Doemland

David started coaching gymnastics in 2004 when Sunflower Gymnastics opened.

David graduated from the Art Institute of Houston in 1990 and was a photojournalist from 1990 to 2007 having worked in Lawrence, Liberal, Galveston, Texas and Emporia. 
Before coaching David had years of experience with children. David was a "Big" with Big Brother/Big Sisters in Galveston, an Odyssey of the Mind coach in Emporia, and an uncle many many times.

From 2011-2023 David has served as the Kansas State Chair for USA Gymnastics – Trampoline and Tumbling and was also served as Co-Chair for USAG Region 4 – Trampoline and Tumbling from 2020-2022, helping to organize and coordinate activities in the 13 state region.
In my spare time I love to spend time with family, playing with our dog Scout, disc golf, home improvements and camping.

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"I love coaching because of the people, not only the young lives that we directly affect but also the parents and getting to watch how proud they are of their son or daughter as they grow in the sport and in self confidence." – David Doemland

Manager - Coach

Ali Anderson

Ali Anderson is from Olathe and began her coaching career in 2007 with Sunflower Gymnastics. Before coaching she competed in gymnastics for 8 years and 2 years in Trampoline and Tumbling while coaching for Sunflower. Ali attended Emporia State University while coaching for Sunflower for 5 years. 

Ali graduated from ESU with a Bachelors in Science in Physical Education and a minor in Coaching. After graduation, Ali and her husband Jordan moved around the country while he was in the Air Force and she continued coaching in Sumter, SC and Manhattan KS. Ali taught PE in the Manhattan Public School District for 4 years. 

From 2018-2025, Ali lived in Waco, Texas, where she was the assistant manager and head coach for the women's gymnastics, ninja program and the T&T program that she started. In her spare time Ali enjoys puzzles and running.

Ali and Jordan have two amazing children Beau, born in 2019 and Ginny, born in 2023. They also have a dog, Arlo. 

“I like to coach gymnastics because I love helping athletes grow and in a sport that I love. Watching and helping athletes perform new skills and do things they have been working so hard on is so rewarding”

– Ali Anderson

Coach

Aiden Ogleby

Aiden Ogleby is a student at Emporia high School and plans to attend Emporia State University after graduating in the Spring of 2026.

Aiden is on the EHS track team where he competes in shot put, discus and runs the 100M. Aiden enjoys math and science and can be found quite often carry around a Rubik's Cube; his  personal best on the 3x3 is 15 seconds.

Aiden has attended classes as Sunflower Gymnastics for almost 10 years now and have gotten very skilled. He loves to compete and win against his sister who also does gymnastics.

At home Aiden enjoys time with his very lazy dog, Rex, and 2 cats, Brownie and Pumpkin, who love getting attention. 

“I love helping people reach their full potential in gymnastics and encouraging them to try their best no matter what.” – Aiden Ogleby

Coach

Kari FitzSimmons

Kari FitzSimmons is from Pratt and graduated from Pratt High in May of 2024. She is now attending Emporia State University majoring in biology/healthcare. She is a part of the ESU Cheerleading team and a member of the Chi Omega sorority. 

Kari started gymnastics classes at the age of two and continued until the age of 14. Before moving to Emporia for college, Kari coached tumbling in her hometown for almost three years. She worked with all ages teaching basic tumbling to more advanced skills. She found a passion for helping others succeed and encouraging personal growth and confidence. 

In her free time, Kari enjoys spending time with her friends and family, going on walks, reading, learning new things, and being involved in the community. 

“I absolutely love getting to watch athletes grow in both their physical abilities and confidence. Getting to celebrate our athlete's accomplishments with them and offering encouragement when they don't succeed is something so special. I truly love getting to know each athlete and watching them grow and thrive.” - Kari FitzSimmons

Coach

Amanda Talley

Amanda is from Alta Vista and graduated from Council Grove High School in May of 2025. She is attending Emporia State University and majoring in Nursing. 

Amanda has taken dance classes since she was 3 years old. Her favorite style of dance is tap, but a close second is hip-hop. 

Amanda is excited to help kids of all ages be successful in the gym and feel good walking out of their class. She strives to help others and loves to see them achieve their goals, whether it’s personally or in a skill. 

In her free time, Amanda enjoys spending time with family and friends, going to the gym, dancing, meeting new people, and shopping.

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 “I love to make new connections with people and help them achieve and celebrate their accomplishments. I also enjoy seeing people’s personal growth and watching them become the best versions of themselves through something they love to do!” – Amanda Talley