Oklahoma Sooners Win Seventh National Title in Women’s Gymnastics
The Oklahoma Sooners have done it again. In a season that blended dominance, resilience, and artistry, the Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team captured its seventh national championship, solidifying its spot among collegiate gymnastics elites.
Competing at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, the Sooners led from the very first rotation, posting a stellar 198.0125 to top UCLA, Missouri, and Utah. This win marks Oklahoma’s third national title in the last four years, tying the program with UCLA for the third-most championships in NCAA history.
With a mix of veteran leadership and youthful energy, the Sooners once again showed why they’re the gold standard in NCAA gymnastics. The way they keep building on their legacy is honestly something to behold.
Oklahoma’s Championship Legacy Continues
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Head coach K.J. Kindler has built a dynasty in Norman that rivals any in the sport. Their seventh national title didn’t just fall into their laps—it came from consistency, composure, and an unrelenting drive for excellence.
Every Oklahoma championship over the past 11 years came from meticulous preparation and a team-first mentality. This 2025 squad, with its blend of seasoned competitors and standout freshmen, makes it clear the program’s future is as bright as ever.
Coach Kindler pointed to balance and consistency as the keys behind this championship run. The team performed under pressure, even with new routines and first-year athletes stepping up.
They didn’t just hit routines—they set a tone that every gymnast, from leadoff to anchor, carried through the meet. That’s a culture you can feel from the outside looking in.
Dominance on the Balance Beam
The meet started with a statement on the balance beam—an event that can make or break champions. Oklahoma tied its third-best beam score in program history, putting up a 49.6125 that set the night’s momentum.
Every gymnast delivered, from Audrey Davis’s poised leadoff to Faith Torrez’s elegant anchor set. That calm precision and confidence on beam really set the tone for what followed.
Key contributors on beam included:
- Audrey Davis – 9.90 with a flawless dismount
- Addison Fatta – 9.90, calm execution
- Lily Pederson – 9.9375, a redemption routine after semifinals
- Jordan Bowers – 9.9375, combining grace and power
- Faith Torrez – 9.9375, sealing the rotation with confidence
The opening rotation sparked something special. The Sooners’ energy and belief in one another radiated through every performance, and that momentum just never let up.
Floor Exercise Brilliance
Oklahoma’s floor routines have always been crowd-pleasers, mixing athleticism with artistry. The Sooners delivered a 49.5875 on floor, pushing their total to 99.200 at the halfway mark and grabbing a lead they’d never give up.
Each routine popped with personality, musicality, and technical excellence. From Davis’s jazzy opener to Torrez’s explosive anchor, they lit up the arena with joy and confidence.
Senior Leadership and Poise
Senior Dani Sievers gave a memorable floor performance in her final meet, scoring a 9.9125 and showing what Oklahoma gymnastics is all about—joy, precision, and power. Jordan Bowers followed with her signature Moonlight Sonata routine, earning a 9.925 and bringing the crowd to its feet.
Anchoring the rotation, Faith Torrez dazzled with a 9.9625, highlighted by a perfectly stuck double layout. These routines didn’t just keep the Sooners ahead—they highlighted the program’s depth and artistry.
Vault Power Keeps the Lead Intact
On vault, Oklahoma kept its momentum rolling with a 49.4375. Their vault lineup mixed explosive power and technical precision, holding their edge over UCLA and Utah.
Every gymnast stuck their landings and showed amplitude that comes from hours of practice. The work behind the scenes really showed up here.
Vault Highlights
- Lily Pederson – 9.8625 to start strong
- Faith Torrez – 9.9375 with a stuck Yurchenko 1.5
- Keira Wells – 9.900, excellent form
- Addison Fatta – 9.925, nearly perfect on her 1.5
- Elle Mueller – 9.8125, valuable points
By the end of the third rotation, Oklahoma led with UCLA trailing by just over three-tenths. The Sooners’ consistency across all events really set them apart, putting them in position to close it out on bars.
Bars Brilliance Seals the Championship
The Sooners finished the meet on the uneven bars, an event where clean lines and technical excellence matter most. With a 49.375, Oklahoma locked up the 2025 national title in style.
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Every gymnast hit her routine, and you could see the team’s composure under pressure. They made it look easy, but you know it never is at this level.
Finishing Strong
Dani Sievers led off with a stuck dismount for a 9.875, setting the tone. Addison Fatta and Faith Torrez added solid routines in the middle, and Audrey Davis clinched the title with a 9.925.
Jordan Bowers, the all-around national champ, capped the night with a 9.8875 to seal Oklahoma’s seventh national championship. Their final total of 198.0125 reflected not just skill, but unity and focus when it mattered most.
A Season of Milestones
Oklahoma’s 2025 season was one for the record books. The Sooners posted a 33-2 record, captured the SEC regular season title in their first year in the conference, and stretched their streak of NCAA Regional championships to 15 straight years.
Six Sooners combined for 15 All-America honors, and Jordan Bowers added an individual all-around national title—the 22nd individual crown in program history. What a ride.
Legacy and the Future
Beyond the scores and titles, this championship was about legacy. The Sooners’ veterans—Bowers, Sievers, and the rest—leave behind a culture of excellence, mentorship, and joy.
They’ve shaped the younger teammates, making sure Oklahoma’s standard stays sky-high. Bowers said the team wanted to leave the program better than they found it, and honestly, you can feel that mission in everything they do.
With seven national titles in 11 years, Oklahoma stands as a modern powerhouse in NCAA gymnastics. The program’s mix of precision, artistry, and sheer mental toughness keeps raising the bar for everyone else.
As the Sooners celebrate another championship, it’s hard not to wonder—could this dynasty just keep rolling? I wouldn’t bet against them.
For more details on Oklahoma’s championship performance, check out the official Sooner Sports recap.