The Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team kicked off their 2025 season with a resounding victory at the American Gold Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Classic in Nashville. The Sooners showcased their dominance, triumphing over Auburn, BYU, and Nebraska.
This early-season win sets a promising tone for Oklahoma, who is now 3-0. Key performances from Faith Torrez, Lily Pederson, and other team members were instrumental in securing victories across all events, making this a meet to remember.
Strong Start in Nashville
Oklahoma’s performance at the American Gold Women’s Collegiate Gymnastics Classic was nothing short of spectacular. The Sooners not only clinched the team title with a score of 197.550 but also swept the event titles in vault, uneven bars, beam, and floor.
This comprehensive victory underscores the depth and talent within the squad.
Outstanding All-Around Performances
Five Sooners competed in the all-around, with Faith Torrez leading the pack. Torrez claimed the all-around title with a score of 39.625, demonstrating her consistency and skill across all events.
Freshman Lily Pederson made a remarkable collegiate debut, securing second place with a 39.550. Other notable all-around performances included Audrey Davis (39.425), Addison Fatta (39.325), and Jordan Bowers (39.275).
Event Highlights
Vault
The Sooners opened the meet with a bang on vault, earning a team score of 49.450.
Key performances included:
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- Keira Wells: Led the team with a stunning 9.95.
- Faith Torrez: Contributed a strong 9.925.
- Lily Pederson: Impressive debut with a 9.925.
These high scores set the tone for the meet, giving Oklahoma an early lead.
Uneven Bars
In the second rotation, the Sooners excelled on the uneven bars, scoring a 49.550.
Highlights included:
- Audrey Davis: Achieved a 9.95, showcasing her stunning handstands and dismount.
- Elle Mueller: Scored a 9.9 in her collegiate debut.
- Faith Torrez: Nailed her dismount for a 9.90.
These performances propelled the team to a 99.000 at the halfway point.
Beam
Oklahoma continued their dominance on beam, earning a 49.400.
Key routines included:
- Lily Pederson: Secured the beam title with a 9.95.
- Faith Torrez: Scored a 9.925, demonstrating her poise and confidence.
- Addison Fatta: Strong and steady with a 9.90.
These scores extended the Sooners’ lead to 148.400 through three rotations.
Floor Exercise
The final rotation saw the Sooners sealing their victory with a 49.150 on floor.
Notable performances included:
- Audrey Davis: Delivered an upbeat routine for a 9.875.
- Dani Sievers: Returned to the lineup with a 9.8.
- Faith Torrez: Anchored with a 9.875.
These scores ensured Oklahoma’s triumphant finish at the meet.
Looking Ahead
With this strong start, the Sooners are gearing up for their next challenge. They will face off against top-ranked teams including No. 2 LSU, No. 4 California, and No. 5 Utah at the Sprouts Farmer’s Market Collegiate Quad.
This highly anticipated meet will take place at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City and will be aired on ABC on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 2:45 p.m.
For more details on the Sooners’ victory in Nashville, visit the official Sooner Sports website.
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With a promising start to the 2025 season, the Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team is poised for success.
Their victory in Nashville is a testament to their hard work, talent, and dedication.
As they prepare for their upcoming meet, fans and followers can look forward to more exciting performances from this exceptional team.
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