Nov. 13, 2014

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - Head coach Kim Landrus and the Fighting Illini women's gymnastics staff announced the addition of two gymnasts. Both Rebecca Cuppy and Haylee Roe signed their national letters of intent on Wednesday to become part of the Illinois family. Cuppy will be joining the team in January, while Roe will arrive in the fall of 2015.

"Signing day always comes with so many incredible feelings and this year is no different. Becca and Haylee could not be more excited to begin their ILLINI journey," Landrus said. "Likewise, as a staff, we eagerly wait their arrival. Both of them have so much to offer, not only athletically, but also as individuals. Without a doubt, they exemplify what it means to be a true student-athlete."



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2 x Level 10 JO National Invitational Tournament (NIT) Qualifier (2013, 2014)
Level 10 JO National Qualifier (2012)
3 x Regional Qualifier (2012-2014)
2 x Level 10 State Floor Champion (2012, 2013)

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Coach Landrus says:
"From the day Becca visited campus, she knew she wanted to be an Illini. Ever since she officially committed, she has been so excited for her Illini experience to begin. Her work ethic and personality will allow her to continue to excel in all that she does. Floor is her specialty event as she possesses a high level of difficulty and truly loves to go out and perform. We will look for Becca to not only make an impact on floor, but be a consistent competitor on the other events as well."

Why Cuppy chose Illinois:
"I chose Illinois because I really like their education program, and the campus is very beautiful. Also, I loved hanging out and getting to know all the gymnasts. I felt like we really got along well, and they were very helpful."

What Cuppy enjoyed most on her visit to Illinois:
"I enjoyed spending time getting to know all of the gymnasts, and I loved doing all the team activities."



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2 x Level 10 National Team Member (2011, 2014)
4 x Level 10 JO National Qualifier (2011-2014)
3 x Level 10 Regional Beam Champion (2011, 2012, 2014)

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Coach Landrus says:
"Haylee's accomplishments over the past several years give us a glimpse of what is `yet to come.' She is an accomplished athlete that brings many attributes to the table including consistency and poise. A competitor and the persistence to excel are a constant in Haylee's life. I am confident she will make an immediate impact to our program. She has Orange and Blue in her blood already and her excitement for Illinois is up there at the top!"

Why did Roe chose Illinois:
"I chose Illinois because of how homey it felt. Everyone made me feel like I was genuinely wanted and the coaches and girls were so amazing. The academics are top notch as well."

What Roe enjoyed most on her visit to Illinois:
"When I visited Illinois the best parts were the football games and all of the team bonding activities with the girls."