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Livvy Dunne has said its farewell to gymnastics.
Dunne’s career wrapped earlier this month, after her LSU -tigers did not repeat themselves as national masters.
The 22-year-old had a fifth year of eligibility and decided to return, but after competing since two years, the leotards were hung up.
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Mar 7 2025; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers Olivia Dunne looks at during the meeting against the Georgia Bulldogs in the Maravich Center. (Stephen Lew-IMAGN images)
Dunne sent a video of herself and watched a mounting of her gymnastics career, which included footage from her toddlers and even her LSU acceptance. With herself on the story, she couldn’t help but let tears flow and watch the video.
“‘Time flies when you’re having fun.’ Something said that when you enjoy yourself to the point, it seems that you are sliding away from you. Every risk was worth rewarding. To end my career in the last five years at the best university in the world has been an incredible journey and I am eternally grateful.
Olivia Dunne from LSU Tigers looks at before a meeting against Florida Gators at Stephen C. O’Connell Center on February 23, 2024 in Gainesville, Florida. (James Gilbert/Getty Images)
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“Gymnastics, you have filled my heart and will always be part of me. You shaped me to the person I am today creates memories and sisters that will last life beyond the sport. You were my first love …
“And yes, time flew by. And I will cherish any memory for the rest of my life. Thanks for everything, gymnastics. You were so good toward me.”
Dunne had not competed since January 24 against Arkansas when she was dealing with an “avulsion break of my patella.”
Dunne that goes out Pittsburgh Pirates Pitching Sensation Paul Skenes, was one of NCAA’s top zero revenue and boasted millions of followers across multiple social media platforms. She played a role in helping LSU win her first NCAA title last year.
Olivia Dunne from LSU Tigers warms up at Dickies Arenas for the NCAA championship on April 20, 2024 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Chris Parent/LSU/University Images via Getty Images)
While LSU couldn’t defend his title as No. 1 Seed, Utah got his fifth just last four appearances on the NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championship. It joins UCLA, Oklahoma and Missouri.
