UCLA Gymnastics Starts Season Strong with First-Place Finish
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SEATTLE – The No. 4 UCLA gymnastics team launched its 2024 season with a dominant performance, securing first place at the Seattle Collegiate Challenge on January 7, 2024.The Bruins posted a team score of 197.775,surpassing second-place Washington (196.800) and Boise State (196.275) UCLA Athletics.
Key Performances and event Highlights
UCLA showcased strength across all events, with several gymnasts delivering standout routines. The team’s success was built on consistent performances and extraordinary individual scores.
Vault
The Bruins excelled on vault, achieving a team score of 49.325. Sophomore Ciena Alipio and freshman Emma Murphy both tied for first place with scores of 9.900. UCLA Athletics
Uneven bars
UCLA continued its momentum on the uneven bars, posting a 49.175. senior Margzetta Frazier earned an individual title with a score of 9.925. UCLA Athletics
Balance Beam
The balance beam proved to be another strong suit for the Bruins, with a team score of 49.275. Sophomore emily Shepard led the way, tying for first place with a 9.900. UCLA Athletics
Floor Exercise
UCLA concluded the competition with a solid performance on the floor exercise, scoring 49.975. Frazier secured her second individual title of the day with a 9.950. UCLA Athletics
Individual Standouts
margzetta Frazier’s performance was especially noteworthy, as she captured titles on both the uneven bars and floor exercise. The team also benefited from strong showings from Ciena Alipio, Emma Murphy, and Emily Shepard.
Looking Ahead
This victory marks a promising start to the season for the UCLA Gymnastics team. The Bruins will continue their season with a home meet against California on January 13, 2024. UCLA Gymnastics Schedule The team aims to build on this success and contend for a national championship.
Key Takeaways
- UCLA Gymnastics began its season with a first-place finish at the Seattle Collegiate challenge.
- Margzetta Frazier won individual titles on uneven bars and floor exercise.
- The Bruins demonstrated strength across all four events.
- UCLA’s next competition is a home meet against california on January 13, 2024.
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