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Five Fresh Faces: Jillian Hoffman
9/13/2019 12:10 PM | Gymnastics
A dynamic performer and fierce competitor, freshman Jillian Hoffman is ready to add depth for Utah on all events. Hoffman comes to the Utes as a three-time Junior Olympic National champion, claiming titles in the all-around and on bars and floor in the Junior E division in 2017. At the 2018 J.O. Nationals, Hoffman finished in second place on floor, while tabbing fifth place in the all-around.
On her way to becoming a nine-time regional champion, Hoffman topped off her regional championship meets by sweeping the competition at the 2019 Region 1 Championships, placing first on every event. Hoffman also comes to Utah as a 15-time SoCal state champion. At her last SoCal State Championship (Senior E), Hoffman placed first in the all-around and first on vault, bars, and floor, while finishing second overall on beam this past March.
Other top highlights include performances at the 2019 Nastia Liukin Cup and the 2013 National Elite Qualifier. At the Nastia Liukin Cup, Hoffman placed first on floor, second in the all-around, and third on vault. Back in 2013, Hoffman won titles in the all-around, on bars, and on floor at the National Elite Qualifier.
The Murrieta, Calif. native graduated from Vista Murrieta High School, where she was on the Silver Honor Roll. Hoffman trained at SCEGA Gymnastics prior to joining Utah this past summer. Hoffman arrived on campus in time to enroll in summer school and also participated in voluntary summer training. For a deeper look at Hoffman's elite gymnastics career and other personal information, click here.
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Fast Facts with Jillian:
Favorite animal? Elephant
Favorite TV show? Grey's Anatomy
Favorite event? Floor
Favorite holiday? Christmas
What made you want to become a collegiate gymnast? Seeing all of my friends go off to college and how successful they were.
Dream job? Pediatric nurse
Describe yourself in three words. Motivated, funny, and serious
Something that motivates you? My team because I don't want to let them down.
Advice to aspiring collegiate gymnasts? Don't let anyone tell you that you can't do it because if you put your mind to it, then you can do anything.
Favorite place in Salt Lake City? The mall or hiking in the mountains.
What are you most thankful for? I am most thankful for the opportunities I have had with gymnastics because I would not be where I am today if I didn't have this sport.
What makes Utah gymnastics special? Â The fans and amazing coaching staff.
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On her way to becoming a nine-time regional champion, Hoffman topped off her regional championship meets by sweeping the competition at the 2019 Region 1 Championships, placing first on every event. Hoffman also comes to Utah as a 15-time SoCal state champion. At her last SoCal State Championship (Senior E), Hoffman placed first in the all-around and first on vault, bars, and floor, while finishing second overall on beam this past March.
Other top highlights include performances at the 2019 Nastia Liukin Cup and the 2013 National Elite Qualifier. At the Nastia Liukin Cup, Hoffman placed first on floor, second in the all-around, and third on vault. Back in 2013, Hoffman won titles in the all-around, on bars, and on floor at the National Elite Qualifier.
The Murrieta, Calif. native graduated from Vista Murrieta High School, where she was on the Silver Honor Roll. Hoffman trained at SCEGA Gymnastics prior to joining Utah this past summer. Hoffman arrived on campus in time to enroll in summer school and also participated in voluntary summer training. For a deeper look at Hoffman's elite gymnastics career and other personal information, click here.
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Fast Facts with Jillian:
Favorite animal? Elephant
Favorite TV show? Grey's Anatomy
Favorite event? Floor
Favorite holiday? Christmas
What made you want to become a collegiate gymnast? Seeing all of my friends go off to college and how successful they were.
Dream job? Pediatric nurse
Describe yourself in three words. Motivated, funny, and serious
Something that motivates you? My team because I don't want to let them down.
Advice to aspiring collegiate gymnasts? Don't let anyone tell you that you can't do it because if you put your mind to it, then you can do anything.
Favorite place in Salt Lake City? The mall or hiking in the mountains.
What are you most thankful for? I am most thankful for the opportunities I have had with gymnastics because I would not be where I am today if I didn't have this sport.
What makes Utah gymnastics special? Â The fans and amazing coaching staff.
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