URGENT UPDATE: Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles delivered a stunning performance at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, on January 25, 2025, achieving the highest all-around score in the nation with an impressive 39.875. This remarkable feat solidifies her status as one of the top gymnasts in the country, coming off a thrilling meet where her No. 5-ranked UCLA Bruins faced off against the No. 21-ranked Michigan State Spartans.
Chiles not only clinched the all-around title but also dazzled the crowd with a perfect 10.0 for her floor routine. Her scores included a 9.975 on vault, 9.950 on uneven bars, and 9.950 on beam, showcasing her versatility and skill across all apparatuses. The Bruins triumphed over the Spartans with a final score of 197.425 to 196.900.
The event set a new program attendance record for Michigan State gymnastics, with 9,887 fans cheering on their team. This turnout highlights the growing enthusiasm for collegiate gymnastics.
“Jordan’s performance today was exceptional. She continues to raise the bar for herself and the sport,”
said UCLA head coach Valorie Kondos Field.
Chiles, who joined UCLA in 2022 after her Olympic success, has quickly become a standout athlete in collegiate gymnastics. She previously captured the NCAA uneven bars individual national championships in both 2023 and 2025 and was crowned the NCAA floor exercise national champion in 2023.
As a gymnast, her accolades are remarkable. Chiles secured gold and bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics and won a silver medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She is also a three-time World medalist, further establishing her dominance in the sport.
Beyond gymnastics, Chiles is a notable public figure, recognized as a Time Magazine 2025 Women of the Year honoree, a New York Times best-selling author, and a finalist on Dancing with the Stars, where she placed third.
Looking ahead, fans and analysts will be keen to see how Chiles builds on this record-setting performance as she prepares for upcoming competitions. The excitement surrounding her journey and achievements continues to grow, making her a key figure in both collegiate and professional gymnastics.
Stay tuned for more updates as Chiles and the Bruins aim for continued success in the season ahead.
