LSU Gymnast Kailin Chio Achieves Historic Three Perfect 10s Against Arkansas
The LSU Tigers gymnastics team concluded its 2026 regular season with a dominant victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks, 198.075-197.100, on Senior Night at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. The meet was highlighted by an extraordinary performance from sophomore Kailin Chio, who earned a perfect 10.000 in all three events she competed in: vault, beam and floor.
Tigers Dominate from the Start
LSU began the meet strong with a 49.525 on vault. Victoria Roberts scored a 9.900, while Kaliya Lincoln nearly stuck her landing for a 9.950. Chio led the way with a flawless vault, earning a perfect 10.000.1 Emily Innes similarly contributed a 9.800 in her first career Yurchenko 1.5.
Arkansas Struggles on Bars
Arkansas faced challenges in the first rotation, with falls on the final two routines resulting in a score of 48.800. LSU followed with a 49.375 on bars, led by Konnor McClain’s 9.950.1
Chio’s Perfect Performances Continue
Chio continued her exceptional performance in the third rotation on floor, securing her second perfect 10.000 of the night. McClain added a 9.925, and Kaliya Lincoln contributed a 9.900.1
Senior Night Success
Despite a near-perfect routine from Lincoln on beam, scoring a 9.975, the judges determined it did not meet the criteria for a perfect 10.000. Chio closed out the meet with her third perfect 10.000 on beam, solidifying LSU’s victory.4
Razorbacks Show Resilience
Arkansas demonstrated competitiveness throughout the meet, with Morgan Price and Jocelyn Roberson each earning scores of 9.950 and 9.975 respectively.3
Looking Ahead
LSU finished the season with an 11-3-1 overall record and a 5-3 mark in the Southeastern Conference.4 The Razorbacks concluded their season with a 5-7-1 overall record and a 2-5-1 record in the SEC. The Tigers now turn their focus to the postseason, carrying significant momentum from Chio’s historic performance and a successful Senior Night.