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Alabama Freshman Jasmine Cawley Named SEC Gymnast of the Week
Cawley's standout performance helps propel Alabama to a season-high team score against rival Auburn.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Alabama freshman gymnast Jasmine Cawley has been named the SEC Freshman of the Week after her impressive showing against rival Auburn. Cawley earned a career-high 9.925 on beam and a 9.900 on floor, contributing to Alabama's season-high-matching team score of 197.950 and a crucial victory over Auburn.
Why it matters
Cawley's immediate impact highlights a growing trend in collegiate gymnastics, where talented freshmen are making an instant contribution rather than needing a year or two to adjust. This reflects evolving training and preparation at the club level, as well as the increasing competitiveness and visibility of college sports programs.
The details
Cawley's performance, which included scores of 9.900 or higher on both beam and floor, demonstrates not only her skill but also her remarkable composure under pressure. This success echoes a pattern seen across the SEC this season, with other freshmen like Azaraya Ra-Akbar also earning conference honors.
- On February 25, 2026, Jasmine Cawley was named the SEC Freshman of the Week.
- On February 24, 2026, Cawley helped Alabama achieve a season-high-matching team score of 197.950 against rival Auburn.
The players
Jasmine Cawley
An Alabama freshman gymnast who was named the SEC Freshman of the Week after her standout performance against Auburn.
Azaraya Ra-Akbar
An Alabama gymnast who was previously named the SEC Gymnast of the Week in January and the SEC Freshman of the Week in February.
Alabama Crimson Tide
The University of Alabama's gymnastics team, which achieved a season-high-matching team score of 197.950 against rival Auburn.
What’s next
Jasmine Cawley and the Alabama gymnastics team will look to continue their strong performances throughout the remainder of the season, as they pursue an SEC championship and a strong showing at the NCAA Championships.
The takeaway
Jasmine Cawley's immediate impact as a freshman gymnast at Alabama is a testament to the evolving dynamics in collegiate gymnastics, where talented newcomers are making an instant contribution rather than needing time to adjust. This trend reflects the increasing competitiveness and visibility of college sports programs, as well as the changing landscape of amateur athletics.
