Georgia has the strongest schedule when compared to the Top 12 teams in 2014, according to the annual analysis from CollegeGymFans.com.   Each year, we've calculated the relative strength of the schedule (relative schedule difficulty) for the Top 12 Teams, as determined by the Preseason Coaches' Poll.  Read on to find out how the rest of the teams fared. 

Happy New Year!  The season kicks off January 4th, and just in time, we've updated quick capsule previews of the Preseason Top 25 teams.  See who's graduated, who's incoming, and how many routines are returning from last season.  Check out the link in the News/Features section of the site.

It's been eleven years since the tragic events of September 11th, 2001.   Today we honor the heroes of September 11th, 2001, including those who lost their lives. One of those people, Mari-Rae Sopper, closely touched the collegiate gymnastics community. As you may know, Mari-Rae Sopper was Head Coach of the University of California, Santa Barbara's women's gymnastics team. She was also a former standout collegiate gymnast and team captain for Iowa State. Many of you knew her in the capacity of coach, teammate, competitor, colleague and friend.

The 2012 Women's Junior Olympic Nationals were held in May 2012 in Virginia, showcasing some of the nation's top future gymnasts.  The vast plurality of college gymnasts competed at the Level 10 ranks.  In our experience, a Top 5 finish at the JO National meet usually translates into a high level of success at the NCAA level, barring injury or other unforeseen issues.  However, a single fall can cause an athlete to fall well down the standings at the JO Nationals.     

Here's a summary of the results and links to th available online video of the meet.

Georgia has the strongest schedule when compared to the Top 10 teams in 2012, according to our annual analysis.   Each year, we've calculated the relative strength of the schedule (relative schedule difficulty) for the Top 10 Teams, as determined by the Preseason Coaches' Poll.  Read on to find out how the rest of the teams fared. 

The season is rapidly approaching and teams are finalizing their preparations for the season.  Many teams have held intrasquad meets, scrimmages and exhibitions in preparation for the season.  Some are posting video highlights or complete coverage online.  Here's a collection of what's available online this season:

As expected, Sacramento State announced the signing of Cassie Benning and Jesse Williams to letters of intent.  The commits of both athletes were covered in prior news items.

Link:  CSUS Release

SEMO has announced the signing of Heyli Huiner and Taylor Penzein.  Both signees were covered in prior news items.

Link:  SEMO Release

As expected, Penn State announced the signing of Taylor Alotta, Shealyn Farley, and Sammie Musto to letters of intent.

Link:  PSU Release