With the first two qualifying teams already locked in, it’s time for the second semifinal of the Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics National Invitational Championship, which will determine the full field for Saturday’s team final.
In addition to deciding the final two team qualifiers, tonight’s semifinal will also determine the all-around podium and individual qualifiers for Sunday’s event finals—the only meet of its kind remaining in women’s college gymnastics.
Competing tonight are host Centenary, front-runner Texas Woman’s, West Chester and Alaska.
Centenary is peaking at the right time, building momentum in the final weeks of the season. The Ladies will aim to hit four-for-four rotations to close out the year strong. Senior Sophie Schmitz and freshman Chloe Gilbert stand out for their beautiful toe point and confident presence across the board.
Texas Woman’s has already notched a program-record team score in 2025 and will be eyeing a spot in the final with confidence. If the Pioneers can get through bars—traditionally their trickiest event—in the opening rotation, the path to the final could be smooth. Keep an eye on Kaitlyn Hoiland, whose Yurchenko 1.5 is the first in program history and could put her in the mix for a vault…
