Oregon Freshman Sticks Quad Whip in Debut Solo Pass

Nya Womack's first-ever solo routine helps Oregon acrobatics and tumbling defeat No. 3 Quinnipiac

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Nya Womack, a true freshman on the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling team, made her debut in a solo pass routine during a recent meet against No. 3 Quinnipiac. After just two weeks of practice on the quad whip, Womack took the mat and nailed the difficult four-whip pass, scoring a 9.800 and helping Oregon secure the victory.

Why it matters

Womack's achievement as a freshman is rare, especially at a program like Oregon's that has produced some of the top tumblers in the NCATA in recent years. Her poise and rapid improvement highlight the strength of the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling team and its ability to develop young talent.

The details

Womack was approached by head coach Taylor Susnara about attempting the quad whip just two weeks before the meet against Quinnipiac. Despite having a background in gymnastics and cheerleading, the transition to the acrobatics and tumbling format was a challenge, but Womack's hard work and quick learning allowed her to master the pass in time for the competition. When she took the mat, surrounded by her supportive teammates, Womack executed the four-whip routine flawlessly, earning a score of 9.800 and helping Oregon extend its lead en route to the victory.

  • Two weeks before the Quinnipiac meet, Nya Womack was approached by Oregon head coach Taylor Susnara about attempting the quad whip pass.
  • On February 23, 2026, Womack performed her first-ever solo pass routine, nailing the quad whip, during Oregon's meet against No. 3 Quinnipiac.

The players

Nya Womack

A true freshman on the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling team who made her debut in a solo pass routine, executing a difficult quad whip pass.

Taylor Susnara

The head coach of the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling team, who approached Womack about attempting the quad whip pass just two weeks before the competition.

Briya Alvarado

A sophomore on the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling team who has also competed in solo pass routines, and has been impressed by Womack's rapid progress and confidence.

Blessyn McMorris

A fifth-year veteran on the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling team, who praised Womack's earned place on the mat and the team's growing confidence.

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What they’re saying

“From the side, that girl is a hard worker, and even the confidence was already there, so when they brought that idea to her, she started that and it was like if she's done it for years.”

— Briya Alvarado, Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling Teammate (dailyemerald.com)

“She's a great listener, takes (feedback), applies it right away. She is incredible, and continuing to progress every practice.”

— Briya Alvarado, Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling Teammate (dailyemerald.com)

“It's a surreal experience for me, because I never thought that I'd be here.”

— Nya Womack (dailyemerald.com)

What’s next

Oregon will look to build on Womack's success as they continue their season, with the NCATA National Championships scheduled for April.

The takeaway

Nya Womack's rapid development and poise in executing a difficult solo pass routine as a true freshman highlight the strength of the Oregon acrobatics and tumbling program and its ability to cultivate young talent. Her achievement is a testament to her hard work and the supportive environment fostered by the Ducks' coaching staff and veteran athletes.