University of Oregon
Quinnipiac
Galvin's Perfect 10 Helps Solidify Ducks' Comeback Win
02/19/17 | Acrobatics & Tumbling
HAMDEN, Conn. - The No. 2 University of Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team defeated the No. 3 Quinnipiac Bobcats 284.265 - 274.945 on Sunday to start the 2017 campaign off 2-0.
All-American and reigning NCATA 6-Element tumbling pass champion Taylor Galvin scored a perfect 10 in her 6-Element tumbling heat to help solidify a comeback win for the Ducks. In total, the team claimed nine heats and four events.
How it Happened: During the Compulsory event, the Ducks came out hot, but the Bobcats proved it would be an even match-up with the event scores separated by only .05 (38.90 - 38.85).
Oregon held onto their lead after the Acro event, 67.95 - 67.50, claiming the 6 and 7-Element heats with scores of 9.75 and 9.85, respectively.
During the Pyramid heat, the Ducks and Bobcats tied in the Inversion heat, but Quinnipiac turned in high scores during the Synchronized and Open heats to edge out the Ducks for the event win, 29.35 - 28.90. Going into half, Quinnipiac led the Ducks, 97.15 - 96.85.
After the half, the Ducks and Bobcats tied with scores of 29.20 in the Toss Event. Both tallied marks of 9.65 performing a back Salto layout 720 in the Synchronized toss.
The Tumbling event is where the Ducks really came alive and ran away it. Junior Reagan Trussell began a string of high Oregon marks earning a 9.525. Next up in the 6-Element heat, Galvin performed a flawless pass earning her a perfect 10. Senior Krista Phillips followed up on Galvin's stunner with a 9.85 performance in the Open heat. The running total after the Tumbling event was 183.325 – 181.975, advantage Ducks.
With a start value of 109.94, Oregon earned 100.94 for their high-energy Team Routine performance, while the Bobcats notched 92.97 (start value: 108.36). The final two events sealed the Ducks 284.265 – 274.945 victory.
What it Means: The Ducks are 2-0 to begin the 2017 campaign. Oregon was also 2-0 to begin last season before falling to Baylor on the road. On Saturday, the Ducks will host the Bears live on the Pac-12 Network.
This is the second consecutive week the Ducks have had scores of a perfect 10. Returning All-American and reigning NCATA 6-Element national champion proved her dominance and the Ducks' strong tumbling presence.
Quotes: Head coach Chelsea Shaw -
"Today was a fun meet. It went back and forth for the first four events, which is exciting for the sport. I was proud of our girls for the way they executed today and for making improvements on multiple heats from Wednesday's home-opener. This team has a fire and a bigger goal that they are continuing to get closer to each meet."
Compulsory Scores
Acro - Oregon: 9.80, Quinnipiac: 9.65
Pyramid - Quinnipiac: 9.95, Oregon: 9.90
Toss - Oregon: 9.90, Quinnipiac: 9.85
Tumbling - Oregon: 9.30, Quinnipiac: 9.40
Event Winner: Oregon, 38.90. Quinnipiac: 38.85
Acro Scores
5 Element - Quinnipiac: 9.70, Oregon: 9.45
6 Element - Oregon: 9.75, Quinnipiac: 9.55
7 Element - Oregon: 9.85, Quinnipiac: 9.70
Event Winner: Oregon: 29.05. Quinnipiac: 28.95
Pyramid Scores
Inverted - Oregon: 9.75, Quinnipiac: 9.75
Synchronized - Quinnipiac: 9.85, Oregon: 9.75
Open - Quinnipiac: 9.75, Oregon: 9.40
Event Winner: Quinnipiac: 97.15. Oregon: 96.85
Toss Scores
460 Salto - Quinnipiac: 9.85, Oregon: 9.75
Synchronized - Oregon: 9.65, Quinnipiac: 9.65
Open - Oregon: 9.80, Quinnipiac: 9.70
Event Winner: Tie - Score: 29.20
Tumbling Scores
Duo - Quinnipiac: 9.45, Oregon: 9.20
Trio - Oregon: 9.45, Quinnipiac: 8.90
Quad - Oregon: 9.25, Quinnipiac: 8.35
Aerial - Oregon: 9.53, Quinnipiac: 9.48
6 Element - Oregon: 10.00, Quinnipiac: 9.60
Open - Oregon: 9.85, Quinnipiac: 9.85
Event Winner: Oregon: 57.275. Quinnipiac: 55.625
Team Routine Scores
Oregon: 100.94
Quinnipiac: 92.97
Final Meet Score - 284.265 - 274.945, Oregon
Looking Ahead: The Ducks will return to Matthew Knight Arena for a match-up with No. 1 Baylor, looking for revenge from the NCATA championship, on Saturday, Feb. 25. The meet will be televised live on the Pac-12 Network. Action is set to begin at 3:00 p.m.
Follow the Ducks: Follow all of the University of Oregon Acrobatics and Tumbling team action both on and off the mat. Make sure to follow @OregonAcroTumb on Twitter. Also follow the team on Facebook by "liking" Oregon Ducks Acrobatics and Tumbling and following @OregonAcroTumb on Instagram. Go further by adding @oregonacrotumbl on Snapchat for behind-the-scenes looks at practice, team events, and competitions
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