2025 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics: Full Schedule, Results, and Highlights
The 2025 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics postseason is in full swing. The regional rounds have delivered a thrilling display of athleticism, precision, and drama.
From nail-biting play-in matchups to powerhouse performances in the regional finals, fans have watched some of the season’s best gymnastics. Scores have soared above 198, and several top-ranked teams are flexing their muscles.
The road to the NCAA Championships looks like it’ll be an electrifying battle. Here’s a breakdown of the action from April 2 through April 6—standout performances, unexpected twists, and what these results might mean for the championship picture.
For the full schedule and scores, check out the official NCAA Women’s Gymnastics schedule and results page.
Opening Rounds Set the Stage
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The postseason kicked off with the Round 1 Play-In meets on April 2. Teams fought for a chance to advance to the highly competitive Round 2 sessions.
These early matchups really set the tone for the rest of the regional competition. This year, that was especially true.
University Park and Salt Lake City Play-Ins
At University Park, Maryland (196.250) edged out West Virginia (195.325) in a tight meet. Maryland’s consistency across all four apparatuses secured their spot in Round 2.
Meanwhile, in Salt Lake City, BYU (195.950) outperformed Utah State (194.475). Their strong work on the balance beam and floor exercise made the difference.
Tuscaloosa and Seattle Play-Ins
In Tuscaloosa, Clemson (195.400) moved past Rutgers (193.875). Over in Seattle, Illinois (195.475) topped UC Davis (194.050) to advance.
These wins were crucial for teams hoping to make a deeper postseason run against tougher opponents.
Round 2 Delivers High Drama
Round 2 took place across four regional sites. The lineups were stacked with top-16 teams and some dangerous unseeded squads.
The level of gymnastics shot up, with multiple teams posting scores in the high 197s and even higher.
University Park Regional
Session 1 saw No. 8 Michigan State (197.625) and No. 9 Kentucky (197.525) advance. Ohio State (196.400) and Penn State (196.225) missed the cut.
In Session 2, top-ranked LSU (198.100) dominated, and No. 16 Arkansas (197.550) also moved on. Michigan (197.050) and Maryland (196.825) fell short.
Salt Lake City Regional
Session 1 had No. 5 UCLA (197.750) and No. 12 Minnesota (197.200) advance. Southern Utah (196.475) and Boise State (195.175) were eliminated.
Session 2 was a thriller. No. 4 Utah (197.650) and Denver (197.650) both advanced, edging out No. 13 Stanford (196.500) and BYU (196.000).
Tuscaloosa Regional
Session 1 featured No. 6 California (197.550) and No. 11 Alabama (197.275) moving on. In Session 2, No. 3 Florida (198.225) and No. 14 Oregon State (197.050) advanced, knocking out NC State (196.275) and Clemson (195.875).
Seattle Regional
Session 1 was a close contest. No. 7 Missouri (197.650) and No. 10 Georgia (196.175) advanced, but Georgia had to rely on tiebreak procedures after tying Arizona State (196.175).
Session 2 saw No. 2 Oklahoma (198.025) and No. 15 Auburn (196.950) move on. Illinois (195.725) and Nebraska (195.675) were eliminated.
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Regional Finals Bring the Heat
The Round 3 Regional Finals on April 5-6 determined which eight teams would advance to the NCAA Championships. The competition was fierce, with several meets decided by tenths of a point.
University Park Regional Final
No. 1 LSU (198.050) and No. 8 Michigan State (198.000) punched their tickets to the championships. No. 9 Kentucky (197.625) and No. 16 Arkansas (197.375) just missed out.
LSU’s vault and floor rotations were stellar, while Michigan State’s beam rotation turned heads.
Salt Lake City Regional Final
No. 4 Utah (197.825) and No. 5 UCLA (197.625) advanced. Denver (197.350) and No. 12 Minnesota (196.825) bowed out.
Utah’s home crowd brought the energy, and the Utes delivered, especially on bars.
Tuscaloosa Regional Final
No. 3 Florida (197.700) and No. 11 Alabama (197.675) emerged from one of the closest finals of the weekend. No. 6 California (197.575) and No. 14 Oregon State (196.875) didn’t quite have enough.
Alabama’s clutch floor routines in the last rotation made the difference.
Seattle Regional Final
No. 2 Oklahoma (198.450) posted the highest score of the regional finals, moving on with No. 7 Missouri (197.425). No. 15 Auburn (197.325) and Arizona (196.250) saw their seasons end.
Oklahoma’s near-flawless execution across all events really stood out.
Looking Ahead to the NCAA Championships
Now that regionals are done, the NCAA Championships field is set. The eight teams advancing:
- No. 1 LSU
- No. 2 Oklahoma
- No. 3 Florida
- No. 4 Utah
- No. 5 UCLA
- No. 7 Missouri
- No. 8 Michigan State
- No. 11 Alabama
These programs will meet in the national semifinals. The top two teams from each session move on to the Four on the Floor final.
With so many teams capable of scoring 198 or higher, this championship could be the most competitive in years. It’s honestly tough to pick a clear favorite.
Key Storylines to Watch
Several compelling narratives are heading into the national stage:
- Can Oklahoma keep up their momentum after posting that monster regional final score?
- Will LSU cash in on their No. 1 ranking and deep roster?
- Could an underdog like Missouri or Michigan State sneak into the top two in their semi?
- How will Florida and Utah stack up against the other powerhouses?
Final Thoughts
The 2025 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics regionals really showed off the depth and talent in college gymnastics. We saw breakout performances. Veteran leaders stepped up too.
Every team put it all out there—floor, beam, bars, vault. Championships are just around the corner, and honestly, the stakes have never felt higher.
If you want full scores, schedules, or the tiniest updates, check out the official competition page. It’s going to be a wild finish, so you probably won’t want to miss it.