Utah State at BYU

Recap

The Big Storyline: Consistency was the key as both programs scored a 49.000+ on every apparatus. It was a record night for the Aggies, but they fell just short of taking home an upset win against BYU. Utah State tallied a season-best 196.600 which is the fourth best score in program history and the third highest away score. BYU was trailing behind Utah State after three, but ended the meet on its best event. The Cougars recorded a 49.600 on floor which is its highest floor score since 2003. Abbey Miner-Alder anchored the close competition with near perfection resulting in a 9.975.

Implications: Utah State found its groove and was able to push 49-plus on each apparatus for the first time since it faced BYU last season. The entire MRGC conference has so much potential, so don’t be surprised to see these teams making a run to the national championships over the course of the next few years. It’s a fun conference to watch, and the competitiveness between the programs continues to increase week after week.

Records: Utah State tallied the fourth best score in program history and third best away score in program history with a 196.600. The Aggies scored a 49-plus on beam for the sixth straight meet, extending the school record. Logan Varnadore had a career best 9.900 on vault. BYU’s 49.6000 is the highest program floor score since 2003. Abbey Miner Alder notched a career high 9.975 on floor. Brittney Vitkauskas had a career high 9.950 on floor. Avery Bennett also had a career high 9.925 on floor.