Utah State Gymnastics Falls to San José State

Aggies claim three event titles despite team loss

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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San José State recorded a season-high score of 196.350 to defeat Utah State (195.675) Sunday afternoon at the Provident Credit Union Event Center. Despite the overall team result, Utah State gymnasts shone brightly, securing three of the four event titles.

Why it matters

This meet showcased the competitive nature of Mountain West gymnastics, with both teams posting impressive scores and individual performances. While San José State came away with the team victory, Utah State's ability to claim multiple event titles highlights the depth and talent within their program.

The details

Utah State started on bars, scoring 48.950. They followed with 48.725 on vault, 48.925 on floor, and finished strong with a season-second-best 49.075 on beam. San José State posted 48.900 on vault, 49.175 on bars, 49.225 on beam, and 49.050 on floor. Several Aggies achieved personal bests, including Olivia Orengo's career-high 9.900 on bars and Mya Witte's first career title with a 9.900 on beam.

  • The meet took place on Sunday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Utah State Gymnastics

The Utah State Aggies gymnastics team, competing in the Mountain West Conference.

San José State

The San José State Spartans gymnastics team, competing in the Mountain West Conference.

Mya Witte

A junior gymnast for Utah State who earned her first career title with a 9.900 on beam.

Olivia Orengo

A sophomore gymnast for Utah State who posted a career-high 9.900 on bars.

Lundyn VanderToolen

A sophomore gymnast for Utah State who tied for first on bars with a 9.900.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Utah State will host Mountain West-foe Boise State on Friday, February 20, at 6:30 p.m.

The takeaway

This meet showcased the depth of talent in Mountain West gymnastics, with both Utah State and San José State posting impressive scores and individual performances. While San José State came away with the team victory, Utah State's ability to claim multiple event titles highlights the strength of their program and the competitive nature of the conference.