Utah State heads west to face San Jose State in today’s Mountain West showdown! The Aggies have been quietly cruising through the season and are on track to make regionals for the first time since 2022—the season before head coach Amy Smith’s departure to Clemson. With a lingering low 195 in their NQS, Utah State will be eager to replace that score and solidify their regional hopes.
The Aggies have thrived this season thanks to their standout bar work, currently ranked 21st nationally, with five gymnasts posting 9.9+ scores. Keep an eye on freshman Lundyn Vandertoolen, who notched a career-high 9.925 last weekend. Vault, however, has been a weak spot, making the second rotation critical to Utah State’s success today.
San Jose State, on the other hand, sits just outside the regional bubble and is looking to build momentum. The Spartans have faced challenges replacing key routines lost to graduation and have been further hindered by injuries—particularly on floor. Freshman Madison Gustitus has been limited to beam following an early-season injury, and the loss of three-event contributor Mia Nelson to an Achilles tear has been a major blow. Despite these setbacks, the Spartans broke the 195 mark for the second time this season last weekend and will aim to…
