Oklahoma Gymnastics: Dodanli Shines on Floor, Benas Scores Big in Tight Meet vs Michigan
Oklahoma's top-ranked men's gymnastics team, led by Emre Dodanli and Fuzzy Benas, fell to No. 4 Michigan despite individual successes in various events during the road meet at Cliff Keen Arena.
By the Numbers- Dodanli won the floor exercise title with a score of 14.900, his 10th event title this season.
- Benas scored 70.350 on five events, with notable performances including 13.950 on pommel horse and 14.300 on vault.
- Michigan outscored Oklahoma with a total of 416.300 to 409.350.
- Oklahoma initially led after the first rotation but fell behind at the midway point, ultimately trailing Michigan by the end of the meet.
- The Wolverines recorded their highest team total of the season.
- Despite the team loss, individual Sooners achieved notable scores and career highs on various events.
Oklahoma will return home for a meet against Navy, featuring Senior Night and Alumni Night celebrations at McCasland Field House.
Bottom LineOklahoma's top gymnasts demonstrated skill and determination despite the team's loss to Michigan, setting the stage for a celebratory homecoming meet against Navy.
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