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NCAA Gymnastics Regionals: A Breakdown of the Competition

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  Published in Sports and Competition on Wednesday, March 25th 2026 at 5:23 GMT by Sporting News
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A Look at the Regional Breakdown

Each regional will feature a two-day format, beginning with preliminary sessions on Saturday, March 28th or 29th, followed by the regional finals on Sunday, March 29th or 30th. The top two teams from each regional will automatically qualify for the NCAA Championships. Additionally, the top three all-around competitors who are not part of a qualifying team will also earn individual berths to Fort Worth.

Let's take a closer look at each regional:

Denver Regional (Magness Arena, Denver, Colorado - March 28-29) This regional is headlined by the host Denver Pioneers, who are aiming for a strong performance on their home floor. They will face stiff competition from Boise State, Oregon State, Washington, Southern Utah, and Sacramento State. The Mountain West and Pac-12 conferences are well-represented here, promising a dynamic and exciting competition. Expect a close battle between Denver and Oregon State for the top spot.

Columbia Regional (Mizzou Arena, Columbia, Missouri - March 28-29) Missouri will be looking to capitalize on home-court advantage in this regional. They'll contend with SEC rivals Kentucky and Arkansas, as well as Louisiana, Western Michigan, and Kent State. This regional could see an upset, with several teams capable of challenging for a spot in the championship.

Baton Rouge Regional (Pete Maravich Assembly Center, Baton Rouge, Louisiana - March 28-29) The LSU Tigers, known for their passionate fanbase and consistently strong performances, are the favorites in Baton Rouge. They face tough competition from Auburn, Georgia, and Alabama, making this an all-SEC showdown. Texas Woman's and Centenary will be looking to make a splash, but advancing will be a significant challenge against these established programs.

Norman Regional (Lloyd Noble Center, Norman, Oklahoma - March 29-30) Oklahoma, consistently a national contender, is heavily favored in Norman. They'll be tested by Big Ten programs Iowa, Nebraska, and Penn State, along with Brown and UIC. This regional is likely to showcase some of the highest scores of the weekend, with Oklahoma aiming to send a clear message to their championship rivals.

Gainesville Regional (Stephen C. O'Connell Center, Gainesville, Florida - March 29-30) The Florida Gators, another perennial powerhouse, will be looking to dominate on their home turf. They'll be challenged by Minnesota, Illinois, Ball State, New Hampshire, and Towson. This regional presents a blend of established programs and teams eager to prove themselves on the national stage.

Salt Lake City Regional (Jon M. Huntsman Center, Salt Lake City, Utah - March 29-30) The Utah Utes, known for their strong tradition and dedicated fanbase, will aim to secure a championship berth in front of their home crowd. They'll face competition from Stanford, California, Arizona, Seattle Pacific, and Southern Connecticut State. This regional features a strong Pac-12 presence and could be a thrilling battle for the final qualifying spots.

How to Follow the Action

For fans unable to attend in person, ESPN+ will be streaming all regional sessions. Live scores and updated brackets can be found on the official NCAA website: [ https://ncaa.com/scores ] and [ https://gymnastics.ncaa.com/championships/women/bracket ].

Looking Ahead to Fort Worth

The NCAA Championships, held in Fort Worth, Texas, promise to be a spectacular culmination of the collegiate gymnastics season. With a field of just 12 teams, the competition will be fierce as programs vie for the coveted national title. The regional competitions this weekend will be pivotal in determining who gets to compete for the championship and ultimately crown the 2026 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Champion.