SALT LAKE CITY – The University of Utah’s Red Rocks gymnastics team has added Canadian gymnast Leonie Gervais to their 2026 signing class, the program announced. Gervais joins fellow Canadian gymnast Gabrielle Black, as well as Ayla Miller and Madison Denlinger, who will all compete for the Red Rocks beginning in the 2027 season.
Head coach Carly Dockendorf praised Gervais’ potential impact, stating, ”We’re excited to welcome another powerhouse Canadian to our program. Leonie’s massive 10.0 start value on vault and dynamic tumbling on floor will bring tremendous depth to those lineups that Red rocks fans will love. She is an excellent competitor whose international style is both distinctive and compelling.”
The Trois-Rivières, Quebec native has enjoyed a successful 2025, highlighted by a team bronze medal and individual silver on vault at the WOGA Classic in Texas in February. She continued her strong performance at Gymnix International, earning gold medals on bars, floor, and in the all-around, along with a bronze on vault.
In April,Gervais secured bronze medals on beam and in the all-around,and gold medals on vault and floor at the Provincial Championships. She then earned a gold medal on vault, a silver on floor, and a fourth-place finish in the all-around at the Canadian Championships in May.
“As soon as I arrived,I felt something special,” said Gervais. “The team, the atmosphere, the way everyone supports each other… I immediately knew that this was the team I saw myself in. I felt welcomed, comfortable, and above all, inspired. This team gives me the energy to surpass myself, to work harder, and to be the best version of myself.”
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