Iowa State cancels the remaining gymnastics season.

[JakeBrend]

Iowa State cancels the remaining gymnastics season.

"After a careful and thoughtful review of the program over the last week, it became apparent that we do not have enough student-athletes available to safely compete, and thus have made the painful decision to cancel the remainder of our gymnastics season," Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student Services Shamaree Brown said. "The health, safety and overall welfare of our student-athletes is paramount, and it is our responsibility to ensure that they are able to safely train and compete at the highest level."

https://cyclonefanatic.com/2026/02/iowa-state-gymnastics-cancels-season/

 

[ianoconnor]

How does this statement not come from the head coach?

 

[AllInForISU]

I’ll admit, I know next to nothing about gymnastics, but isn’t it more of an individual situation? I understand there is a team component, but I don’t quite understand the reason to cancel. Seems like there may be more to it?

 

[ianoconnor]

I’ll admit, I know next to nothing about gymnastics, but isn’t it more of an individual situation? I understand there is a team component, but I don’t quite understand the reason to cancel. Seems like there may be more to it?

It's similar to a wrestling dual - doesn't really work without the team.

 

[Pope]

How does this statement not come from the head coach?

How does it not come from the Athletic Director?

 

[ackatch]

This seems... Beyond fishy.

 

[Pope]

I seen this happen in small Iowa high schools, but not at a major university.

 

[hoosman]

How is safety impacted ? Isn’t this a non-contact sport? Ridiculous.

 

[Cycsk]

How is safety impacted ? Isn’t this a non-contact sport? Ridiculous.

If someone is not ready to compete in an event, it is very dangerous for them to try. It is dangerous for those who are ready.

 

[rosshm16]

Gymnastics is one of the more injurious and risky sports out there.