The California men's gymnastics team will host its final regular season meet against top-ranked Oklahoma at Haas Pavilion on Saturday at 7 p.m. PT. The event will include a ceremony honoring four seniors: Khalen Curry, Kaien Orion, Theodor Roald Gadderud, and Jasper Smith-Gordon. Currently, Cal's high bar squad is ranked fifth nationally, while Smith-Gordon leads the NCAA in vault. The Bears' recent performance included a record-setting routine from their freshman floor squad and impressive individual scores from athletes like Nathan Underhill and JD Ehinger.

By the Numbers
  • Cal ranked fifth in the nation on high bar with a four-score average of 51.967.
  • Smith-Gordon posted a season-best vault score of 14.550.
  • Oklahoma leads the nation with an overall score of 331.300, outscoring Cal in their last meet 331.600 to 315.700.
State of Play
  • Cal is coming off a strong performance at the Stanford Quad Meet with a total score of 311.550.
  • The Bears introduced new rookies who showcased impressive skills, including a record-breaking routine on floor.
  • Oklahoma's program continues to excel under Hall of Famer Mark Williams, currently in his 27th season.
What's Next

Going forward, Cal is expected to utilize their growing roster of talent and momentum from their recent performances to challenge Oklahoma in the meet. With the senior night ceremony, the team also aims to celebrate their achievements and foster team unity as they head into upcoming championships.

Bottom Line

The meet against Oklahoma presents a prime opportunity for Cal to assess its progress and continue developing young talent. By leveraging the strengths of their seniors and newcomers, the Bears can build on their competitive edge heading into the postseason.