Bowling Green State University (BGSU) gymnastics team finished 6th at the Mid-American Conference (MAC) Championships, hosted at the Stroh Center. Keira Thornton won the MAC Championship in the Floor Exercise with a stellar score of 9.925, marking the 37th Individual MAC Championship for the Falcons. This victory made her the first MAC Floor and Individual Champion for BGSU since 2024 and the highest scorer of the championships. BGSU excelled in the Floor Exercise, scoring 49.350鈥攊ts best performance since 2018.

By the Numbers
  • Keira Thornton achieved a score of 9.925, the highest in the championship.
  • BGSU scored 49.350 in the Floor Exercise, the highest since March 2018.
State of Play
  • BGSU achieved an overall score of 194.275 in the championships.
  • The Falcons finished behind Central Michigan, Ball State, Kent State, Eastern Michigan, and Western Michigan.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Thornton's victory may lead to increased recruitment interest for BGSU gymnastics. The team will aim to build on this momentum for future competitions, focusing on enhancing their overall performance after a respectable showing at the MAC Championships.

Bottom Line

Keira Thornton's significant achievement at the MAC Championships not only highlights her skill but also raises the profile of BGSU gymnastics. This victory could serve as a catalyst for the team's growth and success in upcoming seasons.