Legendary LSU gymnast Haleigh Bryant joings coaching staff

Former LSU gymnast Haleigh Bryant is sticking around Baton Rouge. The Tiger legend was named an assistant coach, per an announcement from the team on Tuesday.

Bryant finished her career at LSU in 2025 as one of the most decorated gymnasts in program and NCAA history. She is a 33-time All-American, a program record, and a two-time NCAA Champion. In 2024, Bryant won the all-around title and led LSU to the first team national championship.

Over her five-year career, Bryant amassed 105 individual titles, third most in team history. Her 33 all-around titles leads the program. She excelled particularly on vault, earning 35 individual titles on the apparatus.

Bryant replaces former assistant coach Ashleigh Gnat, who recently announced her departure from the program after five years in Baton Rouge. Gnat was also among the best gymnasts in program history.

Head coach Jay Clark retains co-associate head coaches Garrett and Courtney Griffeth for the 2026 season, both of whom served during the national championship run the SEC championship season in 2025.