Rutgers gymnast Avery Balser is set to compete in the NCAA Regional Championships at the University of Florida after being chosen as an at-large individual. She will participate in the second quad meet session on April 5, aiming to advance to the national championships. Despite her teammate Emily Leese's season-ending injury, Balser's qualification marks Rutgers' 14th consecutive appearance at regionals.

By the Numbers
  • Avery Balser achieved a National Qualifying Score (NQS) of 9.880 on the uneven bars.
  • She won seven bars events during her senior season and scored 9.950 at the George Washington quad meet.
State of Play
  • Balser is making her first appearance at the NCAA Regional Championships.
  • Rutgers gymnastics has sent the team or individuals to regionals for the 14th consecutive season dating back to 2011.
What's Next

Avery Balser will compete in the regional championships, aiming to advance to the national championships and potentially set a new record for Rutgers at regionals. The team will continue to pursue their gymnastics goals and build on their legacy at the NCAA level.

Bottom Line

Avery Balser's journey to the NCAA Regional Championships exemplifies Rutgers' consistent presence in gymnastics at the national level. Her pursuit of a national championship spot and record-setting performances also highlights the program's ongoing pursuit of excellence.