As the season nears an end, the Southern Utah University women’s gymnastics team hosted Boise State University for senior night on Friday, Mar. 7. The Flippin’ Birds put up a season-high 196.900, leading to their win over the Broncos.
With the win, SUU improves to 12-4 on the year. Boise State falls to 12-5-1 on the season.
Vault
Southern Utah started the meet strong, putting up a 49.200, led by senior Ellie Cacciola. Cacciola landed a 9.875, followed by Mackenzie Kelly and Niya Randolph with a 9.850.
Despite Alyssa Vulaj landing a 9.875, Boise State fell behind early, scoring a 48.875.
Bars
SUU continued to soar, led by Maria Ferguson. The sophomore gymnast nailed a 9.900, leading SUU to a 49.250-29.225 win on bars.
Sydney Leitch finished first for the Broncos with a 9.875.
Beam
Boise State’s Emily Lopez helped the Broncos gain confidence on the beam, landing a rotation-high 9.900.
Elliot Bringhurst put up a 9.850 for Southern Utah, but Boise State won the rotation 49.175-49.100.
Floor
Finishing on the floor, Southern Utah went out in dominating fashion. Randolph performed an impressive 9.925, followed by Cacciola with a 9.900.
Valuj led the Broncos with a 9.850, but it wasn’t enough as SUU finished with 49.350-49.025 on the floor.
Randolph finished first in the all-around with a 39.450, helping SUU earn the 196.900-196.300 win.
What’s next?
Southern Utah will face Boise State again on Friday, Mar. 14, at 7 p.m. in Boise, Idaho. This will be the final meet for Southern Utah in the regular season.
Author: Jack Paul
Photographer: Gannon Lovisa
Editor: Chevy Blackburn
