Oregon State Gymnastics Competes in Texas Woman's Quad Meet

Beavers face off against Texas Woman's, Arizona State, and Kent State in Denton

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Oregon State Beavers gymnastics team is set to compete in a quad meet against Texas Woman's, Arizona State, and Kent State this Sunday, February 22nd, at Kitty Magee Arena in Denton, Texas. The meet features standout all-around gymnast Sophia Esposito, as well as freshman Camryn Richardson competing in her home state.

Why it matters

This quad meet highlights the evolving landscape of collegiate gymnastics, with a focus on versatile all-around gymnasts like Esposito and the growing importance of regional recruiting, as seen with Richardson. The meet also showcases the critical role of beam consistency and the impact of season-high performances in driving team success.

The details

Sophia Esposito's consistent performances, averaging 9.800 or better on all four events, exemplify the trend towards highly sought-after all-around gymnasts in collegiate programs. Freshman Camryn Richardson's participation in her home state of Texas underscores the increasing importance of regional recruiting for gymnastics programs. The consistent beam routines of Beavers like Mia Heather and Lauren Letzsch, with Letzsch reaching 90 hits in her collegiate career, highlight the critical role of beam in team scoring. Recent season-high scores achieved by Oregon State gymnasts, such as Olivia Buckner on vault and floor and Reina Marchal on floor, demonstrate the power of momentum and confidence in driving improved team performance.

  • The Oregon State vs. Texas Woman's quad meet will take place on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 12 p.m. PT / 2 p.m. CT.
  • Lauren Letzsch has officially reached 90 hits in her collegiate career.

The players

Sophia Esposito

An all-around gymnast for the Oregon State Beavers, Esposito has consistently scored 9.800 or better on all four events, making her a valuable asset to the team.

Camryn Richardson

A freshman gymnast for the Oregon State Beavers, Richardson is competing in her home state of Texas.

Mia Heather

A gymnast for the Oregon State Beavers, known for her consistent performances on the balance beam.

Lauren Letzsch

A gymnast for the Oregon State Beavers, Letzsch has reached 90 hits in her collegiate career, demonstrating the value of experience and reliability on the balance beam.

Olivia Buckner

A gymnast for the Oregon State Beavers, Buckner has recently achieved season-high scores on vault and floor, showcasing the power of momentum and confidence.

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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)

The takeaway

This quad meet highlights the evolving trends in collegiate gymnastics, including the rise of versatile all-around gymnasts, the growing importance of regional recruiting, and the critical role of beam consistency and momentum in driving team success. As the sport continues to evolve, programs like Oregon State are positioning themselves to thrive in this changing landscape.