It’s Friday night in the SEC. There’s vibrant energy on college campuses as fans pour into stadiums for a night of thrilling gymnastics. Hitting a remarkable milestone, the iconic Friday Night Heights franchise on the SEC Network embarked on its 10th season last Friday, January 5, when a packed Pete Maravich Assembly Center (affectionately known as the PMAC) saw LSU defeat Ohio State in a close meet and set the stage for a record-breaking nine consecutive weekends of SEC conference action this season.
There’s a world beyond the hard work in the gym that goes into creating a competitive and fun atmosphere for gymnasts and fans alike. Let’s pull back the curtain and delve beyond the spectacle to explore the behind-the-scenes rituals of the gymnasts who compete on these stages week after week. We’ll unravel the untold stories behind the gymnasts’ hair, makeup, and tanning routines that contribute to their polished appearances. We’re going to get to the bottom of how these world-class athletes prepare for the electrifying meet nights in the SEC.
Friday night meets hold a special significance for LSU gymnasts KJ Johnson and Aleah Finnegan. “These nights you only get for four years of your life, so those are the ones you want to enjoy the most,” Johnson…
