Haleigh Bryant’s senior year at NCAA was set to be legendary until a UCL injury in her elbow during LSU’s Gymnastics 101 exhibition on December 16 threw everything off track. Fans held their breath, wondering if she’d ever get back to peak form. But then came the words, “Physically, yes, I think my body is in a really good spot right now.” It was music to the ears of fans who feared the worst as she came back to the NCAA. Now, she’s not just back—she’s making it look like the injury never even happened!

We know LSU is still ranked No. 2 nationally, but they’re closing in fast on Oklahoma and Haleigh Bryant is leading the charge. On March 1st, she dominated the Podium Challenge, winning the all-around and vault titles, bringing her career total to a jaw-dropping 99 individual titles. Up next, LSU takes on No. 10 Georgia at the PMAC on Friday night, but before that, head coach Jay Clark had something to say when asked about Bryant’s legacy.

“Haleigh Bryant had won 30 all-arounds before Friday, but was that important? Do you think that means anything more?” a reporter asked before the meet. It took Clark mere seconds to shut it down. Of course, it matters. Bryant holds the most all-around titles in LSU history, recorded the highest all-around score in school history (39.925), and is a four-time SEC Academic Honor Roll honoree. She’s only the second LSU gymnast to win the Honda Sport Award, a two-time finalist for it, and the leader who helped LSU secure its first NCAA team national championship. Oh, and let’s not forget Clark’s response!

When asked about Haleigh Bryant’s 30 all-around titles, LSU head coach Jay Clark didn’t hesitate to shut down the idea of individual records taking priority. “The all-around has never once been part of the conversation inside our team—that’s something other people talk about, but we don’t,” he said. While he acknowledged that Bryant is one of the most decorated gymnasts in LSU history, he made it clear that their focus is always on team success, not personal milestones.

For Clark, accolades are meaningful, but they aren’t what drives the program. “All the individual accolades? Those are for your mama, your grandmama, and your kids to look back on 20 years from now when you tell them how great you were,” he added. Right now, it’s all about what the team accomplishes together. Bryant’s dominance speaks for itself, but at LSU, winning as a team will always come first. So, how did LSU perform in their last meet?

LSU drops the hammer with Haleigh Bryant leading the charge

LSU Gymnastics didn’t just win on Friday night, they made a statement. Inside the Raising Cane’s River Center, the No. 2 Tigers dominated No. 35 George Washington, posting a 198.125-195.475 victory. Not only was it their best score of the season, but it also tied Florida for the highest mark in the country this year. From the very first rotation, it was clear LSU came to put on a show, and at the center of it all? Haleigh Bryant, once again proving why she’s the most decorated all-around gymnast in program history.

Bryant led the charge with a 39.725 all-around win—the 31st of her career, extending her LSU record. She also claimed vault with a 9.950, while teammates Kailin Chio, Konnor McClain, and Lexi Zeiss shared bars, Chio took the beam, and Sierra Ballard secured her first career floor title. The Tigers built momentum early, starting strong on vault before delivering a season-best 49.675 on bars, the second-highest national score this year. By the time they hit the beam, they were unstoppable—Chio matched her career-high 9.95, and Bryant added a 9.925 to keep the lead growing.

The final rotation on the floor sealed the deal. Ballard’s career-best 9.950 set the tone before Bryant and Coen capped off the night with near-flawless routines. It was LSU’s third score over 198.000 this season and their third-highest road score in program history. Now, as they prepare for their final home meet against No. 10 Georgia on March 7, one thing is clear—this team isn’t just chasing a title, they’re making history. And Bryant? She’s leading the way.