The University of Utah's Red Rocks gymnastics team wrapped up another remarkable season, securing a fourth-place finish at the NCAA National Championship, as detailed in their end-of-season recap. The team put up a fierce showing with a score of 197.2375, trailing behind powerhouses Oklahoma, UCLA, and Missouri. This year's championships marked an incredible run for Utah, which remains the only women's gymnastics team to have appeared in all 49 NCAA National Championships and every Final Four since the new format kicked off in 2021.
During the 2025 regular season, Utah gymnasts were among the nation's elite, ranked within the top 10 in all events. Standouts like Grace McCallum, Makenna Smith, and newcomer Avery Neff turned heads with their top-tier performances. McCallum, notably tied for second on bars, earned regular-season All-America honors on 3/31 and was named the Big 12 Gymnast of the Year on 3/22. The Red Rocks, in a showing of consistent excellence, finished the regular season with an all-around NQS score of 197.780, not to mention they swept up their first two Big 12 Titles after joining the league in 2024.
The team's prowess during the season translated into success at the NCAA Semifinals held on April 17, where six Red Rocks were crowned WCGA NCAA All-Americans. Beyond individual accolades, the coaching staff also received recognition: Coach Carly Dockendorf was hailed for her leadership prowess, especially after an impressive stint as head coach, which led the team to the Final Four in her first year at the helm. Additionally, new faces on the coaching team, such as Mike Hunger and Utah Gymnastics legend Maile O'Keefe, brought invaluable experience and insight that proved crucial in the Red Rocks' successful campaign.
At the NCAA Final Four on April 19, freshman Avery Neff made a splash with a first-place finish on vault, scoring a 9.9750, according to the University of Utah. The Red Rocks' performances further solidified their legacy, as they not only celebrated their 35th regional title this year but also hit the 198-mark twice during the season. Dockendorf's team didn't just compete, they put on a show that included an impressive sweep of the Big 12 Weekly Awards, with six different gymnasts being recognized a jaw-dropping 13 times throughout the season.
