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LSU Gymnastics Hosts Auburn in Midseason Clash
No. 2 LSU looks to continue strong start against No. 17 Auburn in SEC showdown
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The back-to-back SEC champion No. 2 LSU gymnastics team is set to host No. 17 Auburn in a midseason conference matchup. LSU is 90-18 all-time against Auburn and 29-4 at home, including a program-record road score of 198.200 in their last meeting. Auburn has struggled early this season, going 1-4 overall and 0-4 in the SEC, with their biggest issue being on uneven bars. LSU will look to put together a strong 198-plus performance as they approach the halfway point of the season and the switch to the new NQS ranking system.
Why it matters
This SEC showdown between two ranked teams is an important midseason test for both programs. LSU is looking to solidify its position as one of the top teams in the country, while Auburn is trying to find its footing after a disappointing start to the season. The outcome of this meet could have significant implications for both teams' postseason seeding and momentum heading into the second half of the year.
The details
LSU is led by head coach D-D Breaux in her 43rd season, and the Tigers are ranked in the top 5 nationally on all four events. Auburn, on the other hand, has struggled, particularly on uneven bars, and has lost several key routines from last season. The Tigers are led by 16th-year head coach Jeff Graba and will look to pull off the upset against the highly ranked LSU squad.
- The meet begins at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026.
- Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the event.
- The first 1,000 fans will receive a tote bag, and the first 2,500 will get a drawstring bag.
- The meet will be broadcast on SEC Network with Alex Perlman and Anastasia Webb on the call.
- Following the broadcast, SEC Network will premiere a new SEC Storied feature on LSU head coach D-D Breaux.
The players
D-D Breaux
The head coach of the LSU gymnastics team, in her 43rd season leading the program.
Jeff Graba
The head coach of the Auburn gymnastics team, in his 16th year leading the program.
Alex Irvine
The former UCLA gymnast who transferred to Auburn last season and is the team's most consistent performer and floor choreographer.
What’s next
Following this meet, the rankings will move to the new NQS (National Qualifying Score) system, which could significantly impact the standings for both LSU and Auburn.
The takeaway
This meet represents a crucial midpoint in the season for both LSU and Auburn, as they look to solidify their positions in the national rankings and build momentum heading into the second half of the year. The outcome could have major implications for their postseason seeding and overall success.
