It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With the first two weeks of the NCAA season in the books, it’s important to remember that NCAA gymnastics has three divisions. Division II and Division III teams are just as exciting as their Division I counterparts and contribute just as much time, effort, and heart. With few scholarships available in Division II, and no athletic scholarships in Division III, one can even argue that it takes more heart, drive, and passion to be a DII or DIII athlete when there is little financial gain. Here’s our rundown of the first two weeks!

Bridgeport had an incredible showing at their second meet, where their 194.475 topped UNH and Brown, both D1 teams. A trio of 9.775s from Kim Stewart, Hope Tralli, and freshman Nina Whittaker led the Purple Knights on vault. Brianna Comport posted UB’s best scores on beam (9.8) and floor (9.925), and is truly a beautiful gymnast to watch. Her style is like Nastia Liukin meets Bridget Sloan, and her beam is especially unique. Floor specialist Randi Cutolo also contributed a 9.9 on floor, an event that UB totally dominated, beating UNH by over four tenths.

West Chester opened with a 191.050 against D3 Ursinus, and set a program record on beam (48.6). Majesta Valentine continues to be a star for the Rams, scoring a 39.1 in the all-around and winning Every. Single. Event. She scored a 9.85 on beam (and she does a tucked gainer full dismount off the end, which is super rare in NCAA) and a 9.9 on floor, where she opens with the most beautiful front double full.

Eau Claire scored their highest opening score in program history (188.700) at their meet at DI Central Michigan. Not only was it their best opening score, it was Eau Claire’s second highest team score EVER. They also set a program record on beam (47.775). Tori Erickson was second on vault (9.625), fifth on beam (9.625), and third on floor (9.8). Clare Mascia was third on beam with a 9.75. With the Blugolds starting their season on such a high note, they will certainly prove to be an exciting team to follow this season!

Whitewater posted the second highest D3 score (187.950) in the last two weeks in their victory over Stout, though Stout came within tenths of them on vault and floor. LaCrosse and Brockport are right on their heels, scoring 187.675 and 187.600 this week, respectively.

D2 Standings

D2 All-Around Standings

D2 Vault Standings

D2 Bars Standings

D2 Beam Standings

D2 Floor Standings

D3 Standings

D3 All-Around Standings

D3 Vault Standings

D3 Bars Standings

D3 Beam Standings

D3 Floor Standings

Article by Sarah Keegan