Mizzou Gymnastics Sets Season High Score at Quad Meet

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The University of Missouri gymnastics team set a new season-high score of 197.550 in a quad meet against Ball State, Illinois, and Air Force. The Tigers won the meet, led by strong performances on vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise. Sophomore Railey Jackson and junior Hannah Horton were standouts, each earning a 9.925 on their respective events.

Why it matters

Mizzou's impressive showing at the quad meet demonstrates the team's continued growth and competitiveness within the highly-ranked SEC gymnastics landscape. The new season-high score will boost the Tigers' national ranking and confidence heading into their next big matchup against 7th-ranked Arkansas.

The details

Mizzou opened the meet with a 49.325 on vault, led by Railey Jackson's 9.925. The Tigers then posted strong scores on uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise, with Hannah Horton, Amy Weir, and multiple gymnasts scoring 9.9 or better on those events. The team's balanced performance across all four events resulted in the new season-high team score of 197.550.

• The quad meet took place on February 20, 2026.
• Mizzou will next face 7th-ranked Arkansas on March 1, 2026 at 1 p.m.

What’s next

Mizzou will dive right back into SEC action with a matchup against No. 7 Arkansas on Sunday, March 1. First touch is set for 1 p.m. over at the Hearnes Center.