CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Fighting Illini women's gymnastics signed Makayla Green for the 2021-22 season head coach Nadalie Walsh announced Tuesday.

"We are thrilled to welcome Makayla to our 2021 freshman class. Makayla is an impressively powerful gymnast who I believe is going to be a solid contender on all four events for us," said Walsh. "She has wonderful difficulty in all her routines. Her character and mindset throughout the recruiting process sent a consistent message of her continual gratitude and Excitement for where our program is headed. I am Looking forward to the great things Makayla will bring to the team."

Green is two-time Junior Olympic National Qualifier and two-time Level 10 NJ State Qualifier and 2019 Level 10 Regionals first on Vault, second on beam and floor.

"I chose Illinois because of the outstanding academic opportunities and the amazing gymnastics program, said Green. "The support of the coaching staff and the positivity of the team are one of a kind! I'm beyond excited to join the Illinois gymnastics family!"

Maykayla Green
Bright Stars Gymnastics Academy | Mays Landing, N.J.

• 2x Junior Olympic National Qualifier
• 2x Level 10 NJ State Qualifier
• 2019 Level 10 Regionals: 1st Vault, 2nd Beam & Floor
• 2019 Level 10 NJ State: 4th AA, 2nd Floor
• 2019 Passed Senior Elite Compulsories
• 2017 Level 10 Regionals: 2nd AA & Bars
• 2016 Level 9 Eastern Nationals: 10th AA
• 2016 Level 9 Regionals: 3rd AA, 2nd Bars