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Texas State University launches first NCAA Division I gymnastics program

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Texas State University launches first NCAA Division I gymnastics program

Summary

Texas State University has announced the creation of its first NCAA Division I women’s gymnastics program, set to debut in spring 2028. Texas has a storied history in gymnastics, producing numerous Olympic champions and top collegiate talent. Texas State aims to join the revamped Pac-12 Athletic Conference, competing against teams like Oregon State and Utah State. The university is currently conducting a national search for a head coach to lead the program, which will capitalize on Texas's rich gymnastics resources. This initiative marks a significant development for aspiring gymnasts looking to compete at the highest collegiate level without leaving the state.

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Key Details

•Texas State will begin competition in spring 2028.
•The program will join the Pac-12 Athletic Conference.
•Texas has produced many Olympic-level gymnasts, including Simone Biles.
•University officials aim to build a competitive gymnastics program.
•A national search for a head coach is currently underway.

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6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Has Long Been The Epicenter Of U.S. Gymnastics. In 2028, It’s Finally Going DI.

What they're saying

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After decades of producing Olympic champions and exporting top collegiate recruits across the country, Texas will finally have a Division I gymnastics destination at Texas State University.
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