Overview
- Olivia Dunne remains out of LSU's lineup for the 2025 NCAA gymnastics semifinals due to an avulsion fracture in her kneecap caused by overuse.
- Dunne has resumed targeted training on uneven bars but has not been cleared for competition during the championship.
- LSU is pursuing a medical redshirt petition for Dunne, which could grant her an additional year of eligibility in 2026.
- The injury marks another setback in Dunne’s career, following a 2019 ankle injury that ended her Olympic aspirations.
- Despite her absence, LSU aims to defend its 2024 national title, competing against top-ranked teams at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.