The world of college gymnastics never truly stops, even in the offseason. One week can bring a whirlwind of news, from seismic shifts in coaching lineups to athletes unveiling jaw-dropping new skills in training. It’s easy to miss a beat, but don’t worry—we have you covered. This is your weekly dose of everything you need to know from the gymternet, delivering the biggest headlines, crucial updates, and stories you might have missed. Let’s dive into the week’s action!
Transfer & Eligibility Updates
Incoming Transfers
- Maryland’s Addie Hewitt transferred to Denver. She has three years of eligibility remaining.
- Missouri’s Courtney Woods transferred to Illinois State with two years of eligibility remaining.
- Kentucky’s Abby Bednar transferred to Michigan State. She has three years of eligibility remaining.
- Southern Utah’s Emily Countryman transferred to Sacramento State. She has three years of eligibility remaining.
Coaching & Staff News
Court Extended Through 2028 at Arizona
Arizona head coach John Court received a two year contract extension through the 2028 season.
Helland Extended as Cal Assistant Coach
California assistant coach Seth Helland earned a contract extension following his first season with the program.
Stenger Leaves Minnesota Following Stack-Eaton’s Departure
Minnesota associate head coach Rich Stenger will be leaving Minnesota alongside his wife, Geralen Stack-Eaton, who recently accepted the head coach position at California.
Training Updates
New Skills Spotted
- Oklahoma sophomore Kelsey Slade is training a back handspring to layout step out to Korbut series on beam.
- Minnesota freshman Lacie Saltzmann is training a front aerial to back tuck series on beam.
- Arkansas fifth-year Cami Weaver is training bars. She has not competed the event during her time at Arkansas.
- Texas Woman’s sophomore Alaina Reid is training a full-in dismount on bars.
- Florida sophomore Ly Bui is training an Onodi to switch leap combination on beam.
Transfer News
Fifth Year News
Recruiting Buzz
College gymnastics recruiting news moves fast! For in-depth coverage of commitments, signings, and all the latest recruiting developments, be sure to check out our weekly Recruiting Roundup.
Other Newsworthy Items
- Simpson is building a new training facility and competition arena, set to be complete in spring of next year.
- Michigan State alum Gabrielle Stephen was awarded both the B1G Medal of Honor and the Michigan State Female Athlete of the Year award.
- The Pac-12 extended its media rights deal with CBS through the 2030-2031 season. Boise State, Utah State, and Oregon State will be gymnastics schools in the Pac-12 starting next season.
- The 2026 Metroplex Challenge meet will take place over two weekends and feature Arizona, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas Woman’s on February 8th; Georgia, California, Air Force, and Stanford on February 14th; and North Carolina, N.C. State, and Boise State on February 15th.
- LSU standout April Burkholder was inducted into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
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News curated by Katherine Weaver with assistance from the editors of College Gym News
