AUBURN, Ala. – The No. 5 Auburn gymnastics team is set to kick off the 2023 season in January and it's time to get to know the newcomers. Our second freshman feature is on Hannah Hagle!
Hometown: San Augustine, Texas
Club: Texas East
Prior to Auburn: Three-time U.S. Classic qualifier … P&G Championships qualifier in 2017 … Finished second on beam and bars at 2016 Hopes Championship … 2021 Region 3 all-around champion … 2021 Texas state beam champion and all-around runner-up … JO Nationals qualifier.
Q: Why Auburn?
A: "I chose Auburn for a few different reasons. I loved everything about the campus and the community that Auburn is. I love the coaches and their coaching philosophy. I knew that they cared about me as an athlete but also as a human, which is something that was very important to me."
What is your major and what do you hope to do with it?
"My major is psychology and I hope to be a sports psychologist!"
What is your favorite event to compete during a meet?
"My favorite event to compete during a meet is floor! I love to show off my personality and really perform for the judges and audience."
What are your goals during your time with Auburn gymnastics?
"My goals for my time at Auburn are to win a national championship and a few individual titles as well. I want to leave a legacy here at Auburn and have a positive influence on the program."
Who would you consider as your role model and why?
"I would consider my parents as my role models. They work really hard and have sacrificed a lot for me. They have taught me lots of things that I will hold with me all my life."
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
"In 10 years, I see myself having a family and working as a sports psychologist at a university."
What is your favorite snack and why?
"My favorite snack is strawberries because they are sweet!"
What is a random fact about yourself?
"I love the outdoors! I love to hike, go on walks, and watch sunsets. I really love and enjoy water sports too, such as wake surfing and tubing."
What is your go to movie and why?
"My go to movie is Legally Blonde because it is funny and inspirational at the same time!"
What makes you the most excited about joining the Auburn Family?
"I am most excited for the feeling of being a part of something great and truly special. I am excited to experience the excitement of college gymnastics and to build lots of friendships."