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Utah gymnastics wins Fayetteville regional, qualifies for 42nd-straight nationals

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — For the 42nd consecutive year, Utah gymnastics is advancing to the nationals.

The fourth-ranked Red Rocks competed in front of 2,230 fans at Barnhill Arena, locking their 30th regional win with a 197.150 score. Denver (197.050) finished second to join Utah in continuing postseason competition. Auburn and Arkansas tied with 196.60 for third place, followed by California’s 196.30 and Central Michigan’s 195.675.

Freshman superstar MyKayla Skinner won the all-around (39.525) and floor (9.95), where she nationally ranks second and first respectively, and tied for first on vault (9.90). Sophomore Shannon McNatt made her beam debut and won the event with her 9.