GYMNASTICS: Halfway through the season, Elis show consistency on the mat
The Yale Gymnastics team continues its upward trajectory, posting a 194.325 to outscore Brown and challenge the University of New Hampshire at last weekend’s tri-meet.
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This past weekend, the Yale Gymnastics team continued its season on a high note, competing at a tri-meet hosted by the University of New Hampshire on Feb. 9. The Bulldogs secured second place with a strong 194.325, finishing just behind the Wildcats, who took the top spot with a 194.700. Yale also bested GEC rival Brown, which finished third with 192.100.
As the season inches along, the Elis are hoping to continue on their upward trajectory.
“I think the team is doing great this season,” Lily Aucoin ’27 told the News. “We are just so grateful to be out there and giving it our all every weekend. We are on the ups!”
Yale’s strong performance at the tri-meet marks the second consecutive weekend that the Bulldogs have surpassed the 194-point threshold, demonstrating their consistency and growth as the season progresses.
First-year Ellie Kearns ’28 dazzled on the floor exercise, earning a season-high 9.900 — tied for the second-best score of the entire meet. Teammate Hailey Kriz ’28 impressed on vault, tying for the top score with a career-best 9.775. Seasoned gymnast Gigi Sabatini ’26 took home the all-around title, compiling a 38.750.
Yale’s dominance on the uneven bars was evident, as the team posted a meet-high 48.575, placing first in the event. Lauren Luu ’27 led the team with a 9.775, marking her third time this season as Yale’s top performer on the event. The Bulldogs’ floor squad remained consistent, surpassing the 49-point mark for the third time this season.
In other events, Kriz continued to shine, leading Yale on the vault and balance beam, showing her consistency and ability to deliver under pressure. Additionally, the Bulldogs outscored Brown in every event, reinforcing their strength in the Ivy League conference.
As the season progresses, Yale aims to build on their momentum and refine their routines heading into the latter half of competition. Their ability to perform under pressure and post strong scores bodes well for the team’s aspirations this year, namely the Ivy League Championship.
“I am looking forward to the Ivy Championship,” Chloe Dejoy ’27 told the News. “Especially since there is not yet a front runner in terms of who will win the competition. I think it will be fun to give it our all and see how the hard work paid off.”
The Bulldogs return home for their annual Senior Day meet on Feb. 16, where they will host New Hampshire, Brown and Towson in a highly anticipated showdown.