Kathryn Weilbacher Is Making the Most of Her LSU Opportunity

Not every college gymnastics journey follows the same script, and that’s exactly what makes Kathryn Weilbacher such an easy athlete to root for.

After building an impressive career at Bowling Green, Weilbacher made the bold decision to transfer to LSU ahead of the 2025 season. For many gymnasts, moving to one of the biggest programs in the country would mean taking on a completely new challenge—but she’s embraced it with confidence.

Weilbacher arrived in Baton Rouge as the reigning MAC floor co-champion after posting a stellar 9.900 at the conference championships. She brought consistency, experience and versatility to an LSU roster already loaded with elite talent.

While breaking into LSU’s lineups is never easy, Weilbacher has continued to impress both coaches and fans. During the Tigers’ preseason showcase, she debuted routines on vault, beam and floor, showing that she has the ability to contribute across multiple events. One of the biggest talking points? Her beam routine, where she was caught singing along to her music before sticking the landing. The clip quickly went viral among gymnastics fans and reminded everyone that personality is just as entertaining as perfect routines.

Off the competition floor, Weilbacher has also taken advantage of the opportunities that come with wearing purple and gold. Like many LSU athletes, she’s part of a program that has become one of the biggest brands in college sports, opening doors for NIL partnerships and a growing social media following.

As a fifth-year senior, Weilbacher also reached another major milestone by earning her bachelor’s degree in marketing this spring, proving that success at LSU extends well beyond gymnastics.

Whether she’s competing under the bright lights of the PMAC or cheering on her teammates, Kathryn Weilbacher represents everything fans love about college gymnastics—team-first attitude, resilience and a willingness to chase new opportunities.

She may not always grab the headlines, but don’t be surprised if she becomes one of LSU’s fan favorites. Sometimes the best stories belong to the athletes who quietly keep working, and Kathryn Weilbacher is a perfect example of that.