Position: Tumbler
HPU Jersey #: 12
Major: Biology
Hometown: Stockton, CA
Instagram Handle: @lydiaornelas
Height: 5'1"
High School: Weston Ranch High
Location: Stockton, CA
Sports Played: Gymnastics
Positions Played: Gymnast
High School Head Coach: Chuck Krause
Awards/Accolades:
- Gymnast of the Year 2018
- Gymnast of the Year 2022
Place of Birth: Stockton, CA
Nickname: Lyd
Hobbies: Hiking, working out, cooking, listening to music, running
Favorite Foods: All Mexican food!!
Favorite Movie: The Amazing Spider-Man
Favorite Music Artist: Elevation Worship
Favorite Athletes: Sunisa Lee and Simone Biles
In 10 Years Would Like to Be: Happy, healthy, married, and an orthopedic surgeon
Parents and Siblings:
- Elizabeth Iniguez (Mom) - 42
- Daniel Ornelas (Dad) - 44
- Daniel Ornelas Jr. (Brother) - 23
- Jonathan Ornelas (Brother) - 18
- Edgar Ornelas (Brother) - 14
What Made You Choose HPU?: I chose HPU for its sports program, academics, and the opportunity to embrace an independent lifestyle necessary for a successful future. The acrobatics and tumbling program at HPU has always been a dream due to its integrity, unity, and talent. Academically, HPU offers many courses, interactive programs, and internships. Small-sized classrooms allow students to stand out and build strong relationships with professors, which promotes success. I admire the Hawaiian culture and am glad I chose to attend Hawaii Pacific University.
