The US gymnastics national championships are happening this weekend (right now! Depending on when you’re reading this), and the start list features a large number of former, current, and future college gymnasts. In this week’s roundtable, we’re talking all about them—from which ones we’re most excited to see compete elite to creating a college-only Olympic team.
Which NCAA-affiliated gymnast are you most excited to watch compete elite this season?
Katherine: I would say Trinity Thomas. Her announcement was a little unexpected, but coming off the heels of one of the most successful college careers in the sport, why not give elite another try? I’m excited to see what she can do.
Julianna: Personally, I am excited to see all the girls from NCAA come back to elite; I truly don’t know how their bodies are doing this after a full NCAA season! While I am also super excited to see Trinity Thomas come back, I am also very excited to see Leanne Wong. Wong came back out at the Core Hydration Classic like she never left elite, so I am very intrigued as to what else she has in store!
Emily L: I’ve always been a fan of Jade Carey, so she’s an obvious pick for me. Her incredible tumbling never ceases to amaze me, no matter how many times I watch it! But I do have to…
