2026 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships Semifinals Rotation Schedule Announced

Full details on the team and individual event assignments for the semifinals on April 16 in Fort Worth, Texas.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:53am

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The rotation schedule for the semifinals of the 2026 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships has been released. The semifinals, which will take place on Thursday, April 16 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, will determine the four teams that will compete for the national title on Saturday, April 18. The semifinals will also serve as the individual event finals, with national champions being crowned in the all-around and on all four events.

Why it matters

The NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships are one of the most prestigious events in collegiate sports, drawing top talent from across the country. The semifinals are a critical step in determining the national champion, as only the top two teams from each semifinal will advance to the finals. The release of the rotation schedule allows fans, athletes, and coaches to prepare for the high-stakes competition.

The details

The semifinals will feature two quad meets, with four teams competing in each session. The teams and their individual event assignments have been announced, with standout gymnasts like Nikki Smith of Michigan State, Tory Vetter of Ohio State, and Maggie Slife of Air Force set to compete in the all-around. The semifinals will be streamed live on ESPN2 and ESPN+, while the finals will air on ABC and ESPN+.

  • The semifinals will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
  • The first semifinal session will begin at 4:30 p.m. ET.
  • The second semifinal session will begin at 9:00 p.m. ET.

The players

Nikki Smith

A standout all-around gymnast for Michigan State competing in the semifinals.

Tory Vetter

An Ohio State gymnast competing in the all-around in the semifinals.

Maggie Slife

An Air Force gymnast competing in the all-around in the semifinals.

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What they’re saying

“The semifinals of the NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships are always an exciting and high-stakes event, and this year's rotation schedule promises to deliver some incredible competition.”

— Amy Sanderson, Editor-in-Chief, Gymnastics Now

What’s next

The top two teams from each semifinal session will advance to the 2026 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships finals on Saturday, April 18 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

The takeaway

The release of the 2026 NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships semifinals rotation schedule sets the stage for an exciting and highly competitive event, as the top collegiate gymnasts in the country vie for a spot in the finals and a chance at the national title.