The California men's gymnastics team honored its four senior athletes during a strong performance against No. 1 Oklahoma on Saturday, achieving its second-best score of the season, 315.100. Despite being outscored by the Sooners (325.250), the Bears showcased standout routines, capturing two event titles. Key contributions came from seniors Khalen Curry, Theodor Roald Gadderud, Jasper Smith-Gordon, and Kaien Orion, bolstering the team as they head into the MPSF Championships.

By the Numbers
  • California scored 315.100, over three points above their season average.
  • The Sooners scored 325.250, winning the meet.
  • Curry and Bardana each had sticks in the floor routine, scoring 13.300 and 13.700 respectively.
  • The Bears' vault lineup crossed 56 points for the second time this season, led by Smith-Gordon's winning score of 14.250.
What's Next

California will host Stanford, Oklahoma, and Air Force in two weeks for the MPSF Championships at Haas Pavilion, where they will look to build on this performance and secure a strong finish to the season.

Bottom Line

The Bears' impressive performance against a top-ranked team highlights their potential as they approach the MPSF Championships, showcasing the strength of their senior class and teamwork.