Shyla Bhatia, a freshman gymnast from the University of Denver, has advanced to the 2026 NCAA National Championships in Fort Worth, Texas, following her stellar performance at the Corvallis Regional. She secured her spot as the individual event specialist on vault, tying for first place with a score of 9.900 in her session, which was also the third-best score overall. This achievement marks her as the 22nd individual national qualifier in Denver's Division I history and continues the program's strong legacy with 25 out of 26 seasons featuring at least one NCAA Nationals qualifier.

By the Numbers
  • Shyla Bhatia achieved a score of 9.900 on vault, tying for first in her session.
  • She finished third overall after combining results from both sessions of the NCAA Second Round.
State of Play
  • Bhatia is set to compete in the national semifinals on April 16.
  • Denver placed fourth in the NCAA Second Round in Corvallis, continuing their competitive tradition.
What's Next

Bhatia will aim to win a national title and potentially earn WCGA Postseason All-America honors during the national semifinals. Her performance could solidify her status as one of Denver's elite gymnasts in NCAA history.

Bottom Line

Bhatia's qualification represents a significant milestone not only for her but also for Denver gymnastics, highlighting the program's consistent excellence and depth in talent. Her pursuit of a national title will add excitement and anticipation to the upcoming championships.