We made it! Another regular season of SEC Gymnastics is in the books and the postseason is right around the corner. The Class of 2021 across the conference has conquered so much, and these last two weeks have been so special watching them say goodbye. But it's not over yet.
(All photos c/o the respective schools' Athletic Department)
1. Georgia (W, 197.325-196.900 v Kentucky)
Gorgeous finale leotards from the Dawgs. I loved how these looked on TV with so many intricate black and red stones. The deep V has been seen a lot this season and this is an example of it being done so well, and the back was complimentary with just as many stones.
2. LSU (W, 197.875-196.175 vs Mizzou)
This. Was. Hard. But I was so happy to see this brand new leotard from the Tigers. White has been the statement this season and the lavender ombre is beautiful, hitting right at the waistline. The top wasn't very flattering on everyone, but I love the high neck as always. Give me more new leotards LSU!
3. Alabama (L, 197.225-197.000 vs Florida)
Classic Alabama, the geometric pattern and stoning was fitting for their senior night. The BAMA on the sleeve was a point of contention for those watching in my house, but I liked the school pride especially from a school doing so well in every sport right now. With the regular season over and the Tide definitely on their way to Fort Worth, I'm excited for what's still to come.
4. Kentucky (L, 196.900-197.325 at Georgia)
I liked that Kentucky took the blue they've been rocking with all season and made it a little different with the silver reflection on the sleeves. The criss-cross front is a good addition and I was happy to see the classic UK logo at the hip. Not my favorite from the cats this season, but still strong.
5. Auburn (L, 197.125-197.425 vs Arkansas)
Another strong improvement from Auburn this week, very similar to LSU with the ombre effect. This is a new leotard for them and the name Firecracker is fitting with the stones. The sleeves veered on purple in some angles, but this is still a great step in the right direction.
6. Arkansas (W, 197.425-197.125 at Auburn)
Without the lace, these would be a great, simple leotard. The panel instead breaks up the line and dates them ten years back. There was more mesh on the the back that featured more of the geometric stones, but after a season of such great leotards this did not do it for the Razorbacks.
7. Missouri (L, 196.175-197.875 at LSU)
College sports is just that: representing a school and a brand. But the giant Tiger logo on the front was too much. I like the silhouette made with rhinestones, and the MIZZOU in the same style in the back. Never before have I seen a sweetheart neckline on a leotard, and I was not a fan.
8. Florida (W, 197.425-197.225 at Alabama)
No, these are not the warmup. The Gators looked like Level 3 with these cap sleeve leotards that honestly would have been solid with a full sleeve. I don't see why they made this choice for such an important final meet. The pattern was beautiful, the open back was great, but I guess they left the rest of the sleeves in Gainesville.