Delaynee Rodriguez Shines Again for Improving Kentucky Gymnastics

Junior gymnast continues stellar season with career-high all-around score against Auburn

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Junior gymnast Delaynee Rodriguez had another standout performance for the University of Kentucky gymnastics team, scoring a career-high 39.650 in the all-around to lead Kentucky to a win over No. 12 Auburn. Rodriguez tied career highs on vault and bars, and set a new season best on floor exercise as Kentucky posted its highest team score of the season.

Why it matters

Rodriguez's continued excellence is a major boost for the Kentucky gymnastics program, which is looking to build on last season's success. Her all-around prowess and event wins are helping drive Kentucky's improvement as they take on top-ranked opponents like Auburn and prepare to host No. 7 Missouri.

The details

Rodriguez won the all-around title with her career-high 39.650 score, the fourth-highest in Kentucky history and the fifth-best mark by any NCAA gymnast this season. She also tied career highs on vault (9.925) and bars (9.950), winning both events. Rodriguez closed the meet with a season-best 9.900 on floor exercise.

  • On February 6, 2026, Kentucky defeated No. 12 Auburn 197.325-196.275.

The players

Delaynee Rodriguez

A junior gymnast for the University of Kentucky who continues to have an outstanding season, highlighted by her career-high all-around score against Auburn.

Gabby Van Frayen

A freshman gymnast for Kentucky who won the first event title of her career, tying for first on the balance beam with a 9.900.

Creslyn Brose

A junior All-American gymnast for Kentucky who won the floor exercise with a 9.950, her eighth career floor title.

Tim Garrison

The head coach of the Kentucky gymnastics team, whose squad set or matched personal bests in several events against Auburn.

Cadence Gormley

A Kentucky gymnast who made her collegiate debut, leading off the vault event with a 9.700 score.

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What they’re saying

“Delaynee Rodriguez had another terrific all-around outing against Auburn.”

— Larry Vaught, Author (yoursportsedge.com)

What’s next

Kentucky will host No. 7 Missouri at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The takeaway

Delaynee Rodriguez's standout performances are a major reason for Kentucky's improvement this season, as the team continues to challenge top-ranked opponents and set new program records. Her all-around excellence and event wins are driving the Wildcats' success as they prepare to host another highly-ranked foe in Missouri.