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Utah gymnastics finishes last in showdown with Oklahoma, Cal and LSU


Published on 2025-01-11 22:25:20 - MSN
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  • The Red Rocks were better, scores notwithstanding, they there were in their season opener. Not on the level with their chief competitors, however.

The University of Utah gymnastics team concluded their regular season with a fourth-place finish at the Wasatch Classic, scoring 197.275. The event, held at the Maverik Center, saw Oklahoma take first place with a score of 198.550, followed by LSU at 197.650, and California at 197.450. Despite the lower placement, Utah's performance was highlighted by individual achievements, including a career-high score from freshman Ella Zirbes on the floor exercise. The meet was also notable for the absence of Utah's star gymnast Maile O'Keefe due to injury, and the team faced challenges with falls and lower scores on the balance beam. However, the team showed resilience, with strong performances on vault and floor, and they are now preparing for the upcoming Pac-12 Championships.

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