The University of Minnesota gymnastics team adds Daelin Diaz-Loung from Cornelius, N.C., to its 2027 roster. Head coach Jenny Hansen expressed excitement about her recruitment, highlighting her alignment with the program's values. Diaz-Loung, who previously committed to Penn State, chose Minnesota after a coaching change at her former school, citing its inspiring culture and strong support for student-athletes. A talented gymnast, she鈥檚 achieved significant accolades, including multiple regional championships, and plans to study psychology.

By the Numbers
  • Graduated high school with a 4.382 GPA, class Salutatorian.
  • Achieved a high score of 38.675 in All-Around competition.
State of Play
  • Diaz-Loung will start classes and training at Minnesota by the end of August.
  • She has previously competed at a high level, qualifying for various national championships.
What's Next

As she joins the Gopher team, Diaz-Loung aims to enhance her athletic skills while pursuing her academic goals in psychology. Expectations remain high for her contributions both in gymnastics and building team morale.

Bottom Line

Diaz-Loung embodies both academic excellence and athletic prowess, promising to be a dynamic addition to the Minnesota gymnastics program and contributing to its culture of excellence.