Fisk University’s Morgan Price celebrated a historic achievement that has made waves in collegiate gymnastics. Price became the first gymnast from a Historically Black College and University to earn a perfect score on the Uneven Bars. This accomplishment highlights her extraordinary talent and is a significant milestone for HBCU athletics.
“Morgan’s perfect score is a testament to her rigorous training, determination, and flawless execution,” said Corrinne Tarver, head coach of the Fisk Gymnastics Team. “Achieving a perfect score in gymnastics requires a combination of technical precision, artistic expression, and unwavering focus. I am extremely proud of her. She continues to set the bar for our team.”
Breaking Team and Personal Records
To add to the excitement surrounding Price’s groundbreaking routine, the Fisk Gymnastics Team recorded its highest team score in school history, 193.650.
The Bulldogs excelled across various events. On the floor exercise, junior Liberty Mora opened the rotation with a commendable score of 9.675. Sophomore Ciniah Rosby contributed a solid 9.6, while Jada Reese shined with a 9.7. Price rounded out her floor routine with a 9.8, which helped the team tie their season-high floor score of 48.350.
On the vault, freshman Kendall Guy impressed with a score of 9.475, junior Aliyah Reed-Hammon earned 9.625, junior Allie Berkley secured a 9.775, and Price anchored the vault rotation with a 9.85, contributing to the team’s total of 48.325 in this event.
The Uneven Bars was a standout event for Fisk, with Price’s remarkable perfect score stealing the show. Sophomore Sydney Smith led off the rotation with a solid 9.3, Berkeley added 9.225, senior Kiara Richman scored a 9.425, Rosby contributed 9.575, followed by Zyia Coleman’s 9.675 finish, pushing the Bulldogs to a total of 47.975 on the bars.
Lastly, on the balance beam, the Bulldogs scored 49.000. McDonald redeemed her earlier fall with a season-high score of 9.7, Berkeley scored a 9.575, Rosby a 9.75, Reed-Hammon a 9.8, Mora closed out the beam routine with a career-high 9.9, and Price secured a strong 9.85.
With this landmark achievement, Price has made history and inspired a new generation of gymnasts at HBCUs. As the Bulldog gymnastics program continues to flourish, they are proving that they can compete on the biggest stages.
This article sources information from Fisk University Athletics.