Broncos Knocked Off by No. 8 Crimson Tide

Friday, March 10

Tuscaloosa, Ala.

6 p.m.

Boise State

Alabama

Courtney Blackson talking to head coach Tina Bird against BYU

3/10/2023 8:30:00 PM | Women's Gymnastics

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Boise State gymnastics team was defeated by No. 8 Alabama in its final dual meet of the season, 197.125-194.775, Friday night at Coleman Coliseum.

The Broncos struggled from the start, falling behind the Crimson Tide by 1.350 after just one rotation.

Boise State posted its highest event total during the second rotation on vault (49.075), but at the halfway point Alabama had extended its lead to 1.650.

Quotables

"We are looking forward to the MRGC Championships next weekend. We are going to get in the gym and get some work done this week." -head coach Tina Bird.
"Courtney [Blackson's] floor routine was stunning, as per usual. -Bird

Top Broncos

Junior Courtney Blackson achieved a team-leading 9.900 on vault and floor.
Sophomore Emma Loyim tied her career-high mark on vault, scoring a 9.850.
Three Broncos tied for individual runner-up honors in Blackson (vault and floor), junior Emily Lopez (bars) and senior Adriana Popp (beam).

Notables

Friday's matchup was the first meeting between Boise State and Alabama since Feb. 24, 2017.
Boise State's 194.775 is its lowest score this season.

What's Next – Boise State travels to Cedar City, Utah for the MRGC Championships, hosted by Southern Utah, March 18. The Broncos are seeking their first conference title since 2019.