Illini Men's Gymnastics Big Ten Champs
Key Questions
How did the #7 Illini men's gymnastics team perform on day 1 of the Big Ten Championships?
The Illini placed 3rd with a score of 316.7. Seven gymnasts advanced to the finals.
What were some standout individual performances for the Illini?
Ngai achieved a personal best of 14.2 on pommel horse (PH). Schooley finished 5th in all-around with 76.25, and the team scored 55.2 on vault.
Who is Brandon Dang and what did he accomplish?
Brandon Dang, an ECE BSEE '28 student, won his 3rd straight Big Ten pommel horse title. He is pushing toward NCAA competition.
#7 Illini 3rd day 1 (316.7), 7 to finals (Ngai 14.2 PH PB, Schooley AA 5th/76.25, vault 55.2); ECE BSEE '28 Brandon Dang 3rd straight B1G pommel title—NCAA finals trajectory.
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Updated Apr 7, 2026