Jordan Chiles puts in superhero-like performance to lead UCLA past Illinois
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In a thrilling home opener, UCLA's gymnastics team dominated Illinois with a score of 197.200-194.750, marked by Jordan Chiles' dazzling return post-Olympics. Chiles scored a team-high 9.950 on the floor, while graduate student Chae Campbell shone with consistent all-around performance, securing a 39.400 score. Despite a setback on balance beam from Katelyn Rosen, the team rallied with notable routines, including Brooklyn Moors' career-high 9.875 and Emma Malabuyo's continued excellence with her fourth consecutive score above 9.900. The event underscored a powerful season start for UCLA, with fan favorite Chiles leading the charge.
UCLA gymnasts had a triumphant home opener against Illinois, highlighted by Jordan Chiles' return and impressive performances by Chae Campbell and Emma Malabuyo.
Jordan Chiles wowed the crowd as she soared on the floor exercise with a team-high 9.950, reinforcing her superhero image for the Bruins.
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