The world of college gymnastics never truly stops, even in the offseason. One week can bring a whirlwind of news, from seismic shifts in coaching lineups to athletes unveiling jaw-dropping new skills in training. It’s easy to miss a beat, but don’t worry—we have you covered. This is your weekly dose of everything you need to know from the gymternet, delivering the biggest headlines, crucial updates, and stories you might have missed. Let’s dive into the week’s action!
Top Storylines
Green Named Penn State Head Coach
Air Force head coach Jennifer Greenacceptedthe same position at Penn State following Sarah Brown’s departure for Texas State. Green spent five seasons coaching the Falcons, most recently guiding them to regionals for the first time since 2002. She also has Big Ten experience, having previously coached at Iowa
Transfer & Eligibility Updates
Incoming Transfers
- Wilberforce senior Diamond Cooktransferredto Greenville.
Coaching & Staff News
- Former Penn State assistant coach Lynnzee BrownjoinedTexas State’s staff in the same role, following former colleague Sarah Brown to San Marcos.
- Former Bowling Green assistant coach Megan Keller<a href="https://ursinusathletics.com/news/2026/8/5/keller-hired-as-assistant-gymnastics-coach.aspx” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank”>was addedto Ursinus’s staff in the same role.
Training Updates
New Skills Spotted
- Nebraska senior Isabella Kowan is training a front two-and-a-half twist on floor after not competing the event in 2026.
- Bowling Green sophomore Natasha Lopez istraininga Tkatchev on bars and working floor after having yet to compete the event in college.
Rehab Progress
- Alabama freshman Ella Kate ParkerunderwentMPFL reconstruction surgery.
Recruiting Buzz
College gymnastics recruiting news moves fast! For in-depth coverage of commitments, signings, and all the latest recruiting developments, be sure to check out our weeklyRecruiting Roundup
Other Newsworthy Items
- Southern Connecticut freshman Amika EveryrepresentedAruba, Michigan junior Sophia Diaz represented the Dominican Republic, and Michigan junior Jahzara RangerrepresentedJamaica at the Central American and Caribbean Games. Ranger earned bronze medals on vault and in the all-around, and Diaz earned a team bronze medal.
- Recent Oklahoma graduate Faith Torrez wasnamedSEC Female Athlete of the Year.
- Oklahoma head coach KJ Kindler wasinductedinto the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame.
- Former Michigan head coach Bev Plocki and gymnast Nikki Peters wereinductedinto the Michigan Athletics Hall of Honor.
READ THIS NEXT:Everything You Need to Know About the New Pac-12
News curated by Katherine Weaver with assistance from the editors of College Gym News
