Utah Gymnastics Wins Second Consecutive Big 12 Championship

The Red Rocks' victory underscores their continued dominance in the conference.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 12:04pm

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The Utah Red Rocks gymnastics team secured their second straight Big 12 Championship, defeating Denver, BYU, and Arizona with a final score of 197.675. The victory highlights the program's strength and consistency, led by head coach Carly Dockendorf and standout gymnast Avery Neff, who won the all-around title.

Why it matters

Utah's Big 12 Championship win cements their status as a powerhouse in collegiate gymnastics, building on their undefeated regular season record in the conference. The team's success reflects the depth of talent and strong coaching that has propelled the Red Rocks to the top of the Big 12.

The details

The Red Rocks' winning score of 197.675 edged out Denver (196.575), BYU (196.175), and Arizona (194.725) in the quad-format evening session. Utah gymnast Avery Neff claimed the all-around title, and eight Red Rocks were named to the All-Big 12 teams, showcasing the program's widespread excellence.

  • The Big 12 Gymnastics Championship took place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
  • Utah finished the regular season with an undefeated 6-0 record in Big 12 competition.

The players

Carly Dockendorf

The head coach of the Utah Red Rocks gymnastics team, in her third season leading the team and ninth season with the program overall.

Avery Neff

A Utah gymnast who won the all-around title at the Big 12 Championship and was recognized with All-Big 12 honors on vault, bars, beam, floor, and in the all-around.

Makenna Smith

An experienced senior gymnast on the Utah Red Rocks team.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the conference championships is not something you could take for granted, and this team fought the entire night to stay in the meet.”

— Carly Dockendorf, Head Coach, Utah Red Rocks

“Super proud of this team tonight.”

— Carly Dockendorf, Head Coach, Utah Red Rocks

What’s next

The Red Rocks' Big 12 Championship victory marks a high point in their season, but the team will now look towards further competition and opportunities to showcase their skills on a national stage.

The takeaway

Utah's consistent success and dedication to excellence have positioned the Red Rocks as a dominant force in collegiate gymnastics, with the program's depth of talent and strong coaching leading them to their second consecutive Big 12 Championship title.