Julia Funaro - 2027 - Women's Gymnastics - University of Illinois Athletics

Julia Funaro

Julia Funaro

Height:
4-11
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Cheshire, Conn.
High School:
Cheshire High School

HIGH SCHOOL/CLUB

Three-time DP National qualifier
Two-time Connecticut state champion

PERSONAL

Born on Jan. 11, 2008
Parents are Craig and Jennifer Funaro
Has one sibling, Nick
Father, Craig, played hockey at Quinnipiac
Intends to major in neuroscience
Chose Illinois "because the team and coaches were immediately supportive and welcoming! Additionally, Illinois offers the perfect balance of academic and athletic rigor."

Friday, May 02

Friday, May 02

Monday, April 14

Tuesday, April 08

WGYM CSC Academic All-District graphic (Chloe Cho & Lyden Saltness)

Cho, Saltness Secure CSC Academic All-District Distinction

Tuesday, June 16

ILLINI WGYM - Daniel Ungerecht Hired

Daniel Ungerecht Joins Fighting Illini Women's Gymnastics Coaching Staff

Friday, June 12

CHAMPAIGN, IL - March 08, 2026 - Head Coach Josh Nilson during the meet between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Illinois Fighting Illini at Huff Hall in Champaign, IL. Photo By Ashley Ray/Fighting Illini

Fighting Illini Women's Gymnastics Adds Three to 2026 Signing Class

Saturday, May 30

ILLINI WGYM - Montana Rall Hired

Montana Rall Joins Illinois Women’s Gymnastics Coaching Staff

Wednesday, May 27