In a thrilling showcase at the Big Ten Championship, Washington's gymnastics squad delivered an impressive performance, securing second place with a score of 195.475. No.
37 Rutgers edged them out with a 195.700, while No. 41 Illinois and No.
32 Nebraska followed closely behind.
This strong finish means the GymDawgs are bound for regionals, set to compete in postseason action on Friday, April 3. It's a moment of excitement and anticipation for Washington fans as they prepare for the next challenge.
The competition kicked off with Washington on vault, where they posted a solid 48.650. Lilly Tubbs led the charge with a standout 9.825, capturing second place in the event. Mary McDonough and Jessica Schaffer added valuable scores of 9.775 and 9.700, respectively.
On the bars, the GymDawgs shone brightly, tallying a 48.950, their second-best event score of the evening. Tubbs once again dazzled, matching her season-high with a 9.925 and sharing the event title. Deiah Moody and McDonough each contributed a 9.800, while Kristin Lin added a 9.750 to the team's impressive tally.
Moving to the beam, Washington maintained their momentum with a score of 48.950. Olivia Oppegard led the squad with a 9.825, tying for third place. Lana Navarro and Chelsea Hallinan supported the effort with scores of 9.725 and 9.700.
The evening concluded with a stellar floor rotation, where Washington posted their highest score of the night, a 49.175. Caitlin McWilliams led the way with a 9.900, tying for second place. Kira Bolden followed closely with a 9.850, and both Navarro and Schaffer chipped in with 9.800s, marking a season-high for Navarro.
Kristin Lin showcased her versatility by finishing second in the all-around with a total score of 39.050.
As the regionals approach, Washington's gymnasts are poised and ready to take on the next stage of competition. Fans can stay updated with all the latest news and highlights by following the team on their social media platforms and downloading the Go Huskies app. The GymDawgs are on a roll, and the excitement is only just beginning.