(Editor’s note: The following article was first published on College Gym News.)
We’re back with our second of four watchlists for the 2024 season! The season is just over a week away, and parity across the country is at an all-time high. Which teams are in true contention for the national title? We break down the contenders.
Oklahoma
If we’ve learned anything in the last decade, it’s that it is hard to bet against KJ Kindler’s Sooners. The back-to-back reigning champions look poised to challenge for a three-peat. Despite graduating massive names like Olivia Trautman, the incoming class is solid, and stars like Ragan Smith, Audrey Davis and Katherine LeVasseur are back for more.
LSU
The Tigers have been dangerously close to its first title several times before, but this year might finally be the year. There are six COVID-year seniors on the roster, two of whom transferred in, meaning the Tigers didn’t lose any routines from their 2023 semifinal run. Kiya Johnson looks to be stronger than ever after tearing her Achilles, while Haleigh Bryant and Aleah Finnegan will look to lead the Tigers to their first title after dominating in the all-around last season.
Florida
The Gators haven’t hoisted the…
