Texas State launches women's gymnastics program as first Division I school in Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:11 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
College SportsTexas State University will introduce a women's gymnastics program in early 2028, making it the first Division I institution in Texas to offer this opportunity. This initiative follows Texas State's upcoming transition to the new-look Pac-12 conference. The university aims to provide local athletes a chance to compete in a sport where Texas has a strong legacy but previously lacked a Division I program, with limited opportunities available only at Division II Texas Women's University. A search for the inaugural head coach is underway, and recruiting will commence shortly after.
- •Texas State will begin its gymnastics program in early 2028.
- •The university joins the Pac-12 conference with this addition.
- •Texas has a rich history of producing top gymnasts.
- •The program aims to attract local talent who formerly had to leave the state.
- •Recruiting for the program will start after hiring a head coach.
- 6:11 PMYahoo Sports — Texas State to become first Division I school in the Lone Star State to offer women's gymnastics
"The state of Texas has produced some of the most accomplished gymnasts in NCAA and Olympic history. Texas State is ready to finally give them a chance to stick close to home to compete. The Bobcats will launch the state's first Division I women's gymnastics program in early 2028, one academic year after the school's planned move to the new-look Pac 12 conference.
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