Huskers Ranked Second in Preseason Big Ten Poll

The Nebraska men’s gymnastics team is ranked second in the Big Ten preseason poll, and Taylor Christopulos and Zac Tiderman were named to the Players to Watch list. 

The reigning Big Ten Champion, Michigan, is ranked first, Illinois is third, Penn State is fourth and Ohio State is fifth respectively. 

Additionally, the Big Ten announced its gymnasts to watch that include returning all-americans and team captains Christopulos, who was named to the list for the fourth-consecutive season, and Tiderman.

Nebraska begins the 2025 season on Jan. 18 at Colorado Springs, Colo., as the Huskers will face Air Force starting at 7 p.m. (CT). 

Preseason Poll

1. Michigan
2. Nebraska
3. Illinois
4. Penn State
5. Ohio State

Gymnasts to Watch
Preston Ngai, So., Illinois
Garrett Schooley, So., Illinois
Landen Blixt, Jr., Michigan
Fred Richard, Jr., Michigan
Taylor Christopulos, Sr., Nebraska
Zac Tiderman, Grad., Nebraska
Kameron Nelson, Sr., Ohio State
Jesse Pakele, Jr., Ohio State
Matt Cormier, Grad., Penn State 
Josh Karnes, Sr., Penn State