LSU Gymnast Kailin Chio Earns Second SEC Weekly Honor

Sophomore standout records perfect 10 on beam in win over Kentucky

Jan. 27, 2026 at 1:07pm

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LSU gymnastics sophomore Kailin Chio has been named the SEC Gymnast of the Week for the second time this season after a standout performance against Kentucky. Chio scored a perfect 10 on beam, the first perfect score on the event by any gymnast in the country so far this year. She also recorded scores of 9.9+ on every event, helping lead the Tigers to a school record home opener score of 198.050.

Why it matters

Chio's dominant performance highlights the strength of the LSU gymnastics program, which has emerged as one of the top teams in the SEC and nationally. Her perfect 10 on beam is a significant individual achievement that showcases her skill and consistency as an elite gymnast.

The details

In the meet against Kentucky, Chio posted an all-around score of 39.775, the second highest in the nation through four weeks of competition. In addition to her perfect 10 on beam, she scored 9.950 on vault, 9.900 on bars, and 9.925 on floor, winning three event titles on the night.

  • Chio's performance came on January 27, 2026 in LSU's home opener against Kentucky.
  • The Tigers will travel to Columbia to face Missouri on January 30, 2026.

The players

Kailin Chio

A sophomore gymnast at LSU who has emerged as one of the top all-around performers in the SEC and the country.

LSU Gymnastics

The women's gymnastics program at Louisiana State University, which has established itself as a national powerhouse in the sport.

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What they’re saying

“Kailin Chio's performance was truly exceptional, and we're proud of the way she's represented LSU gymnastics so far this season.”

— Jay Clark, LSU Gymnastics Head Coach

What’s next

The Tigers will look to continue their strong start to the season when they travel to face SEC rival Missouri on January 30, 2026.

The takeaway

Kailin Chio's perfect 10 on beam and dominant all-around performance underscores the depth and talent of the LSU gymnastics team, which is poised for another successful season as one of the top programs in the country.