LSU gymnastics hires Emily Innes as student coach for 2027 season

LSU gymnastics announced on September 29, 2026, that recent graduate Emily Innes will serve as a student coach for the upcoming 2027 season. Innes excelled as LSU’s lead performer on floor and occasionally performed on beam during her senior year in 2026. Following the team's runner-up finish in 2026, head coach Jay Clark emphasized the importance of keeping former athletes engaged with the program. Innes's continuation with the team is seen as a positive development for the staff and the program.

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