Mar 30, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Missouri coach Shannon Welker and Amari Celestine celebrate at the end of her floor exercise routine during the NCAA Women's Gymnastics Los Angeles Regional at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Mizzou Gymnastics Garners 2 Recruits; The Buzz

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By Lilly Marshall | Last updated Oct 3, 2025 1:00 AM ET

Missouri gymnastics had a fantastic outing last year, finishing third at the NCAA Championship. Things are looking bright for the program's future, as two gymnasts have committed.

The first is Kendall Morgan, who declared her decision on social media on Monday. Morgan is a member of the Class of 2026.

She was highly coveted as a five-star recruit and decided to take her talents to Missouri over programs such as Florida, UCLA, and Michigan State.

“I’m so thankful to be surrounded by such an amazing program and culture,” Morgan said on Instagram. “I can’t wait to call Mizzou my home away from home, and I’m so ready for this next chapter.”

Morgan is a two-time National High School Gymnastics Championships qualifier. She also participated in the 2025 Nastia Liukin Cup.

Other accomplishments include earning two national championship titles in 2025. They came on vault and bars.

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Linebacker Josiah Trotter was added to the Bednarik Award Midseason Watch List. The award goes to the best defensive player in the nation. Teammate Beau Pribula was also added to the Maxwell Award Midseason Watch List

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