The big buzz on Thursday was the announcement of Jordan Chiles. Chiles, after winning a gold and a bronze medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris announced she would be returning to UCLA starting this fall.
That is massive news for the Bruins gymnastics program. Having someone of Chiles status leads to many positives for the upcoming team. Head coach Janelle McDonald reacted to the news and could not wait to get started with the Olympian.
“I’m thrilled for Jordan to return to Westwood. Not only has she proven to be one of the best gymnasts in the world, but she has also shown time and time again that she is one of the most supportive and encouraging sportswomen around. She’s an incredible ambassador for NCAA gymnastics and UCLA. Jordan brings passion, heart, hard work and unparalleled energy to the team. And more than that, she shows up authentically as herself, and that’s exactly what a Bruin in!”
The 2024 UCLA Bruins women’s gymnastics season is scheduled to start December 15th with the “Meet The Bruins” event at Pauley Pavilion. They then start competitive meets after the New Year. They start in 2025 in Las Vegas.
Official announcement about Jordan Chiles returning to UCLA gymnastics: pic.twitter.com/BjqIMJYYpd
— Haley Sawyer (@haleymsawyer) August 8, 2024