Southern Connecticut State University gymnastics is set to compete at the 2026 Women's Collegiate Gymnastics National Invitational Championships, hosted by West Chester University on March 27-29. The Owls will participate in Session II starting at 7 PM on March 27, with team finals on March 28 and event finals on March 29. Live video and scoring will be available, and tickets are cashless and can only be purchased online. The team recently finished seventh in the GEC Championships, with standout performances by Abby Royer and Lola Sepulveda.

By the Numbers
  • Abby Royer won the Floor Exercise title with a score of 9.925.
  • Lola Sepulveda scored a 9.675 on the Vault, tying for fourth in her session.
  • Gabriela Dinisoe achieved a season-best score of 9.725 on the Bars, tying for fifth.
State of Play
  • The Owls are coming off a seventh-place finish at the GEC Championships.
  • Royer holds the highest National Qualifying Score (NQS) in the GEC for the Floor Event at 9.895.
  • Last year, several team members received All-American honors at the WCGNIC Championships.
What's Next

The Owls aim to improve upon their recent performances as they head into the WCGNIC Championships, with hopes of securing more individual and team accolades. Coaches and athletes are preparing to leverage their recent experiences to perform at their best during this prestigious competition.

Bottom Line

The SCSU gymnastics team is looking to make a significant impact at the upcoming WCGNIC Championships, building on strong individual performances. Their recent success highlights the potential for triumph in the national spotlight.