OU Men's Gymnastics Compete in NCAA Semifinals

Top-ranked Sooners aim for 13th NCAA championship

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:08pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a men's gymnastics competition, with overlapping planes of color and movement, capturing the dynamic energy and tension of the event.The OU men's gymnastics team's quest for a 13th NCAA championship begins with a crucial semifinal round, where they will face off against several other top programs in a high-stakes competition.Champaign Today

The University of Oklahoma men's gymnastics team, ranked number one in the nation, is competing in the NCAA semifinals on Friday in Champaign, Illinois. The Sooners will face off against five other top teams, including No. 4 Nebraska, No. 5 Ohio State, No. 8 California, No. 9 Greenville, and No. 12 Springfield. The top three teams from the session will advance to Saturday's final.

Why it matters

The OU men's gymnastics program has won 12 NCAA championships, the most of any school. This year's team is looking to add to that legacy and capture the school's 13th national title. The semifinals represent a crucial step towards that goal, as the Sooners aim to secure a spot in the final round.

The details

The NCAA men's gymnastics semifinals will be streamed live on ESPN+. The Sooners enter the competition with a perfect 14-0 record this season. They will be competing against five other highly ranked teams, with the top three finishers advancing to Saturday's final round.

  • The NCAA men's gymnastics semifinals take place on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1 p.m. Central Time.
  • The NCAA men's gymnastics finals are scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 6 p.m. Central Time and will be televised on ESPN2.

The players

Mark Williams

The head coach of the University of Oklahoma men's gymnastics team, who is leading the Sooners in their quest for a 13th NCAA championship.

Ignacio Yockers

An OU gymnast who has managed to maintain a 4.0 GPA while competing at the highest level, according to a recent profile.

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What they’re saying

“No social life”

— Ignacio Yockers, OU Gymnast

What’s next

The top three teams from Friday's semifinals will advance to compete in the NCAA men's gymnastics finals on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

The takeaway

The University of Oklahoma men's gymnastics team, led by veteran coach Mark Williams, is poised to continue its dynasty and capture a 13th NCAA championship. The Sooners' quest for another title begins with a strong performance in the semifinals, where they will face stiff competition from several other top programs.