Breaking: University of Denver Gymnastics Team Excels in Crimson & Gold Intrasquad Meet; Stars Emerge and Newcomers Shine in Preseason Showcase
DU Gymnastics: Pioneers Shine in Crimson & Gold Intrasquad
DENVER – The University of Denver gymnastics team gave spectators a sneak peek into the upcoming season with their annual Crimson & Gold Intrasquad on Sunday. The Pioneers showed off their skills, with 33 competition-ready routines across the four events, in Magness Arena.
New Faces, Familiar Excellence
Half of the DU roster consisted of newcomers, but the team’s talent and potential were on full display. Head Coach Melissa Kutcher-Rinehart shared her excitement, “I’m proud of how everyone stepped up, especially with so many new individuals to the team… They were strong and aggressive, and demonstrated some consistency that we can build off of.”
Pioneer Powerhouse Performances
Senior Cecilia Cooley led the Pioneers in the all-around with a 39.450, while Bhatia was just a tenth behind. Cooley also landed the highest scores on bars (9.925) and beam (9.900). Bhatia’s Yurchenko 1.5 on vault scored a 9.850 along with senior Mila Brusch.
Junior Maddison Reidenbach took the top spot on floor with a 9.925, while Bhatia’s 9.875 and Cooley’s 9.850 rounded out the event’s top three.
Looking Ahead to 2026
The Pioneers will take a holiday break before resuming preseason training in late December. The team is set to kick off their 2026 season against Stanford on January 11th at 1:45 PM MT in Magness Arena.
Coach Kutcher-Rinehart eagerly awaits the start of the season, “I’m looking forward to seeing the specific stages of success as we continue to progress toward the start of the season… I want them to collectively stay focused on the process, emphasize the small victories and continue to build off the momentum.”
FAQs
- When will Denver’s 2026 season officially begin? The Pioneers will open their 2026 campaign against Stanford on January 11th.
- How can I purchase tickets for DU gymnastics home meets? Tickets can be purchased online, by calling 303-871-4625, or by visiting the Ritchie Center Box Office.
Call to Action
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