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From an incredible group of nominees, six exceptional gymnasts have risen to the top as finalists for the 2025 AAI Award. This prestigious honor is a testament to their unwavering dedication, leadership, and excellence in collegiate gymnastics. As some of the most accomplished athletes in the sport, these finalists have left a lasting impact on their teams, their programs, and the gymnastics community as a whole.
Congratulations to these remarkable athletes on this well-deserved recognition!
The Final 6
Jordan Bowers
Jade Carey
Audrey Davis
Aleah Finnegan
Grace McCallum
Leanne Wong
University of Oklahoma
Oregon State University
Louisiana State University
University of Utah
University of Florida
The winner will be announced at the 2025 NCAA Gymnastics Championships in Fort Worth, Texas.
The AAI Award was started in 1982 and has since then become a one of the most prestigious awards in women’s gymnastics, recognizing the top senior female gymnasts in the nation for their dedication, leadership, and excellence in the sport.
The AAI Award is a coach’s award, facilitated by AAI. Each year, collegiate coaches are invited to submit their nominations for the candidates they believe deserve recognition. This peer-driven process makes the award especially meaningful, as it reflects the respect and admiration of those who have witnessed these athletes’ hard work and achievements firsthand.
“Every year, the AAI Award reminds us of the incredible impact these athletes have on collegiate gymnastics. It’s not just about their performance, but their leadership, resilience, and the way they inspire others,” said Lisa Ebersole, Senior Marketing Manager for AAI. “We’re proud to be part of recognizing their hard work and dedication. This year’s nominees exemplify the very best of the sport, and we are excited to see how their legacies continue to shape the future of gymnastics.”
We are honored to recognize the remarkable athletes who have left their mark on collegiate gymnastics. This year’s nominations were a testament to the incredible depth of talent in the sport, with over 50 outstanding gymnasts earning recognition from their coaches. Their dedication, leadership, and passion continue to inspire, and we are excited to celebrate their achievements.
Keanna Abraham
Shania Adams
Carly Bauman
Jah’Liyah Bedminster
Josie Bergstrom-Te Slaa
Sloane Blakley
Raisa Boris
Brianna Brooks
Chae Campbell
Amari Celestine
Elizabeth Cesarone
Brooke Donabedian
Jordan Ewing
Alysen Fears
Sophia Growth
Kaitlyn Hoiland
Olivia Hollingsworth
Mya Hooten
Helen Hu
Lilly Hudson
Olivia Imbarlina
Maddie Jones
Adelin Kenlin
Skylar Killough-Wilhelm
Amelia Knight
Julia Knower
Mya Lauzon
Emma Lavelle
Ellie Lazzari
Rhea LeBlanc
Emily Lopez
Isabella Magnell
Emma Malabuyo
Jada Mangahas
Riley McCusker
Eliza Millar-Crossman
Jocelyn Moore
Emily Mueller
Ryle Mundell
Breanna Neault
Chloe Negrete
Victoria Nguyen
Alexa Rothenbuescher
Taylor Russon
Isabella Salcedo
Renee Schugman
Skyla Schulte
Emma Spence
Sage Thompson
Sidney Washington
Rebecca Wells
Ellery Werner
Emily White
University of California, Davis
University of Alabama
University of Michigan
University of Pittsburgh
Iowa State University
Eastern Michigan University
Utah State University
UCLA
University of Missouri
Temple University
University of Arizona
Auburn University
Texas Woman’s University
University of Minnesota
University of Bridgeport
University of Arkansas
University of Iowa
University of Kentucky
University of Illinois
University of North Carolina
Cal
Centenary College
University of Maryland
Boise State University
Arizona State University
Brigham Young University
University of Denver
Stanford University
North Carolina State University
University of Washington
Penn State University
Michigan State University
University of Nebraska
The Ohio State University
Clemson University
Northern Illinois University
AAI is proud to support NCAA Gymnastics and recognizes the achievements and dedication of all the AAI Award Nominees as well as all gymnasts within the sport.
Since 1954, American Athletic, Inc. has been manufacturing world-class gymnastics equipment. Headquartered in Jefferson, Iowa, the company operates three facilities totaling over 240,000 square feet and employs about 100 people. AAI is an official supplier and partner to USA Gymnastics and is proud to partner with the Federation Internationale De Gymnastique (FIG) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information on AAI, please call (800) 247-3978 or visit www.americanathletic.com.
MEDIA CONTACT
Lisa Ebersole
Marketing Manager, AAI/Spalding
515-386-5956
Lisa.ebersole@fotlinc.com
