UCLA gymnastics may have more to reveal. “They are coming to life,” said coach Valorie Kondos Field. No. 7 UCLA won its 21st NCAA Regional title in Columbus, Ohio, on April 4 with its second-highest score of the season – 197.500. Out of four events, the balance beam had the Bruins’ final four competitors scoring […]
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Gymnastics falls back on fundamentals for NCAA Regional
UCLA gymnastics will be playing for a spot in the NCAA championship in the upcoming regional at Ohio State University’s St. John Arena on April 4. On March 21, No. 7 UCLA placed second at the Pac-12 gymnastics championship with a total score of 197.350, behind No. 3 Utah’s score of 198.150. Despite a fall […]
Gymnastics defeats Arkansas in final meet before postseason
It was not a grand finale but a consistent one. No. 7 UCLA gymnastics closed its regular season on a seven-win streak with a victory over No. 18 Arkansas by a score of 197.175 to 195.900. Beyond the long streak of wins, this is also the sixth consecutive win with a total score of 197 […]
UCLA gymnastics sharpens focus for final home meet against Stanford
Before giving its home crowd at Pauley Pavilion one final encore performance, UCLA gymnastics made sure to revisit its theme of the season. “Our theme for the year is to be maniacal … when it comes to details,” said coach Valorie Kondos Field. “Maniacal meaning that your focus is so razor-sharp that anything less of […]
Gymnastics introduces fresh lineup in victory over Arizona State
The UCLA gymnastics team appeared to be switching up the lineup all over the place, but it was part of a plan. The meet against Arizona State on Saturday included a few noticeably altered lineup lists, which introduced some new faces on most events. While some of UCLA’s consistent starters were still in play, the […]
UCLA gymnasts showcase their personalities through floor exercise
Editor’s note: Each week, Daily Bruin Sports is offering an in-depth look at each of the four apparatuses in women’s competitive gymnastics through the perspectives of the UCLA gymnasts and coaches. This week we take a look at the blend of music, dance and athleticism that is the floor exercise. Flexibility, strength and balance are […]
Upcoming UCLA gymnastics quad meet loaded with increased competition
The floor at Pauley Pavilion will be a little bit different this weekend – a bit more crowded than usual. No. 9 UCLA gymnastics will host its first quad meet of the season Saturday, which means that four teams will be competing at once. Each of UCLA’s three home meets this season has been a […]