Gymnast Olivia Dunne announced Monday that she will return to LSU for her fifth collegiate season after months of speculation following the Tigers' national championship win.
Dunne posted a video on her Instagram and captioned the post: “I'm still not 'Dunne.'”
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Olivia Dunne of the LSU Tigers is shown before a game against the Florida Gators in Gainesville, Florida, on Feb. 23, 2024. (James Gilbert/Getty Images)
“Dear LSU, These past four years have changed my life. There's something about putting on a purple and gold leotard. There's something about competing in front of 13,000 screaming Tigers fans. There's something about having your coaches push you to be your best. And there's something about being part of a team that made school history. And no matter how many opportunities come my way off the mat, there's something about LSU.
“And that's why I'm here to say that I'm not 'Dunne' yet.”
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Olivia Dunne of the LSU Tigers warms up for the NCAA Championship on April 20, 2024, in Fort Worth, Texas. (Chris Parent/LSU/University Images via Getty Images)
She added: “Here's to the fifth year, darling!”
Dunne has had quite the remarkable 2024. Not only did she win a national championship with the Tigers, but she was also featured in Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue for the second year in a row. She also found herself in a blossoming relationship with Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes.
The New Jersey native performed eight floor routines last season, matching her personal best of 9.9 twice. She also helped LSU to an SEC title with her performance on the uneven bars.
Olivia Dunne (Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit/File)
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According to On3 Sports, Dunne has the highest NIL valuation in college sports. The outlet estimates his valuation at $3.9 million, just below Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders.
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