World Champion Joscelyn Roberson Announces Transfer To Georgia

BusinessSportsMoneyWorld Champion Joscelyn Roberson Announces Transfer To GeorgiaByCaroline Price,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Olympic Sports Analyst and Published AuthorFollow AuthorMay 21, 2026, 04:33pm EDTMay 21, 2026, 04:36pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.FORT WORTH, TEXAS - APRIL 16: Joscelyn Roberson of the Arkansas Razorbacks celebrates her floor routine during the NCAA Gymnastics Semi-Final at Dickies Arena on April 16, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Aric Becker/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images)ISI Photos via Getty ImagesThe top free agent in NCAA Women’s Gymnastics has a new landing spot. Arkansas All-American Joscelyn Roberson announced her transfer to the University of Georgia on Thursday.“From the moment I stepped on campus [in Athens], it immediately felt like home," Roberson said in a live stream. Roberson added that her decision came down to a combination of academics, medical school reputation, facilities, and connections to the program and teammates. With the move, Georgia lands one of the most coveted athletes in collegiate gymnastics and adds another major piece to its rising program. Roberson’s decision also reunites her with her elite coaches, Georgia Head Coach Cécile Canqueteau-Landi and Associate Head Coach Laurent Landi. She is an accomplished elite gymnast, most recently winning bronze on the vault at the 2025 World Gymnastics Championships. Roberson continues to train in elite gymnastics and has her sights set on competing in the 2028 LA Olympics. The Team USA Olympic alternate and two-time World medalist took official visits to three top NCAA programs: the No. 3 Florida Gators, No. 5 UCLA Bruins and No. 6 Georgia Bulldogs, before making her selection on Thursday. MORE FOR YOUAs one of Arkansas’ star contributors and a fervent supporter of the university, Roberson’s initial intent...