This is a formal petition to implement a Division I NCAA Gymnastics Program at the University of Texas at Austin.


History:

The University of Texas at Austin at one time had a gymnastics program; however, due to a loss of funding, the program was cut several years ago. Texas needs an NCAA Division I team, given the level of Texan talent within the Junior Olympic Gymnastics Program that is taken by out of state by universities such as OU (3 time NCAA National Champions), Michigan, Penn State, Stanford, and Minnesota. Furthermore, athletes from the Junior Olympic Program in Texas consistently rank among the top in the nation. As a university dedicated to scholastic and athletic achievement, we should keep them in-state and continue our reputation for academic and athletic excellence.


We, the UT Gymnastics Club, ask that you sign this petition to show your support for the development of a successful NCAA Division I Gymnastics Program to cultivate the great athletes that come from within the Texas Gymnastics Community, and to further show your support for the continuation of Texas Longhorn athletic excellence.