In our penultimate watchlist for the 2024 season, we’re naming the 10 specialists with a chance of standing out this season. Whether they only ever perform on one event or are a regular three-eventer, these gymnasts are just as important—if not more so—to a team as all-arounders. Which will be invaluable in 2024?
Reese Samuelson, Western Michigan
Former three-star recruit Samuelson hit the ground running—as predicted—at the Michigan quad exhibition earlier this month. Her 9.800 in the Broncos’ first rotation is a sign of big bars scores to come for the freshman who’s scored as high as 9.950 on the event in club.
Noelle Adams, Iowa State
In a rebuilding year for the Cyclones, specialists like Adams will be more important than ever. Adams was known in level 10 for her vault and floor performances, but she looks to be just as impressive on balance beam in recent intrasquad footage.
Danielle Sievers, Oklahoma
It’s impossible to talk about top specialists without talking about Sievers. Her three-event excellence across vault, bars, and floor helped the Sooners’ secure their title defense. With an NQS over 9.900 on all three pieces and averages hovering right around that number as well, she’s flat-out one of the best gymnasts in the country.
