Signing day is always a flurry of expected signings, new commitments, and—if we’re lucky—some bombshell news. This year, the class of 2024 gave us a few surprises and many new commitments across all levels of the sport. There are some early arrivals for this season and some long-awaited commitments from gymnasts who have deferred.
TaeLyn Canty Added to North Carolina’s Recruiting Class
Canty had previously announced narrowing her options to North Carolina, Kentucky, West Virginia, and Pittsburgh, but did not post a commitment announcement. That announcement came from a post by North Carolina on signing day. Canty’s strongest event is vault where she has been training a Yurchenko one and a half that would be a great addition to the Tar Heels’ lineup.
Ondine Achampong Makes It Official
Five-star Achampong, whose world silver medal makes her one of the top prospects in Cal gymnastics history, was initially part of the class of 2022 before quietly failing to sign two years in a row. Even though she maintained her intention to head to Berkeley in interviews, she’s such a strong recruit that speculation about a commitment switch was inevitable. No such luck for hopeful fans of other teams: As of Wednesday, she’s officially a Golden Bear.
