For the first-ever regular-season NCAA gymnastics meet to be broadcast on network television, ABC got a soap opera, drama, and action movie all rolled into one. Florida’s Sunday meet against Alabama needed no scripting — it simply had it all, including perfect 10s, emotional reactions, high-flying skills, dramatic falls, and an epic comeback.
The network really couldn’t have asked for anything more.
And neither could the Gators, who pulled out a thrilling win at the 11th hour.
First and foremost, Sunday’s meet also served as Florida’s Equality Night, and seniors Savannah Schoenherr and Nya Reed were announced with their Pride and Black Lives Matter flags, respectively.