Dec. 12, 2016
AUBURN, Ala. ÃÆ'Æ'¢ÃƒÆ'¢'¬" The Auburn gymnastics team is picking up where it left off last season and has already set a new program best. The Tigers were picked No. 8 in the National Association of Collegiate Gymnastics Coaches/Women (NACGC/W) Preseason Poll, marking the highest preseason ranking in program history.
"Being ranked eighth is very rewarding for this young team," head coach Jeff Graba said. "It means a lot because it is a poll of peers and other coaches around the country. This ranking is yet another record for Auburn gymnastics and I believe it shows that all our hard work continues to pay off."
Three Southeastern Conference teams rank in the top five, while all eight league schools are among the top 25. Oklahoma is ranked No. 1 with LSU (2), Alabama (3), UCLA (4), and Florida (5) following. Utah, Michigan, Auburn, Georgia, and California round out the top 10.
The Tigers kick off the 2017 season at home, Jan. 6, vs. No. 13 Oregon State. Auburn and the Beavers will face off at 7 p.m. CT in Auburn Arena.
Season tickets for the upcoming season are still available as well as single meet tickets. Fans can contact the Auburn Ticket office at 855-282-2010 or go online at www.AUBTIX.com for more information.
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