Jade Carey Returns to Oregon State

Jade Carey, Olympic champion gymnast, is heading back to school at Oregon State, with one year of eligibility remaining.

What happened?

Carey and teammate Jordan Chiles, part of the “Golden Girls” squad, won gold at the Paris Olympics. The Olympic medalists have announced they are returning to college, with Chiles attending UCLA.

Why it matters for Jade Carey

Carey pointed to her comfort in competing for the Beavers as a reason she remained in school while prepping for the Olympics. She boosted her career Olympic medal total to three by earning bronze on vault.

What comes next?

Carey will have one year of eligibility remaining, after returning to Corvallis, Oregon, on Wednesday. Chiles, who also earned a bronze in the floor exercise, is heading back to UCLA with two years of eligibility remaining. And both gymnasts have talked about thriving in a college environment. But Carey's return to Oregon State is a significant move for her athletic career. So the Beavers can expect a strong performance from Carey in the upcoming season. Carey's announcement was made shortly after returning to Corvallis, Oregon, on Wednesday. The Olympic champion gymnast has a strong record in college competitions. As reported by the Associated Press, Chiles told them she made it a point to stay close to the UCLA program during her sabbatical. Carey's experience at Oregon State will be valuable for the team. With her Olympic medals, Carey has proven herself to be a talented gymnast. The “Golden Girls” squad, led by Simone Biles, soared to gold in Paris last week. Carey's return to college is a significant move for her athletic career, and she will be competing for the Beavers.