Olivia Dunne confirmed she is staying at LSU for a fifth year of eligibility in an emotional Instagram post Monday.
The gymnast and social media sensation won a national title with the Tigers in April but had remained tight-lipped on her collegiate future as her star power grew this summer.
But Dunne finally answered fans’ questions as she announced her decision to return for her fifth and final year in a video shared to social media.
‘These past four years have changed my life. There is something about putting on a purple and gold leotard,’ Dunne said as she read a letter addressed to LSU fans.
‘[…] And no matter how many opportunities come my way off the mat, there’s just something about LSU. And that’s why I’m here to say, I’m not done yet.
‘Here’s to year 5, baby.’
Dunne, like many college athletes, was granted an extra year of eligibility due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has now delayed the end of her time on the balance beam until April 2025.
However, she didn’t have to return for the extra year, given her already impressive portfolio of brand endorsement deals.
More to follow.
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