Olivia Dunne has been making headlines yet again, but not necessarily for the reasons LSU fans might hope. With her absence from key competitions this season due to a knee injury, speculation about her commitment to the team has only intensified. Dunne’s kneecap injury has sidelined her for at least three months, possibly up to six, threatening her ongoing regular school. Could she return to the NCAAs SEC Championships 2025 in Birmingham? Now, a new TikTok video has reignited the conversation, with some questioning her priorities ahead of the SEC Gymnastics Championships later this month.

Despite this, her social media presence remains as strong as ever, and her latest post is drawing plenty of attention. In a recent TikTok video, Dunne was seen boarding a private plane, captioning the clip, “Secretly leaving school, going to a secret work location, for a secret work trip.” While Dunne remains one of the NCAA’s top NIL earners, boasting millions of followers across social media, some fans were quick to call her out. One comment on the video threw her under the bus, stating, “You prolly don’t even go to school.” The remark echoes a growing sentiment among critics who feel that Dunne’s priorities may lie more with her influencer status than with her athletic career. However, while injuries have prevented her from competing on the mat, they certainly haven’t pushed her out of the spotlight.

Meanwhile, LSU Gymnastics continues to dominate. The team secured a share of the SEC regular-season championship with a win over No. 14 Auburn on March 15. The SEC also introduced a new competition format for 2025, changing the way teams qualify. In December 2024, a press release confirmed that only the top eight teams, determined by NQS rankings, will qualify, with Seeds 5-8 competing in the afternoon and Seeds 1-4 in the evening session. Unlike before, when all eight teams were guaranteed a spot regardless of ranking, this change means one team will now miss out, raising the stakes for everyone.

Dunne’s injury is somewhat unusual, and even she is uncertain how it happened. The issue stems from the retinaculum in her knee—a fibrous tissue band responsible for stabilizing the kneecap. In addition, she’s dealing with an avulsion fracture of the kneecap itself, making it a particularly painful and difficult injury to recover from. Despite these challenges, LSU’s head coach has praised Dunne for her positive approach to the ordeal, emphasizing her resilience and dedication.

As the SEC Championships approach, questions remain about Dunne’s future in collegiate gymnastics. While she continues to recover from her injury, her social media presence ensures she stays in the spotlight—whether for better or worse. The debate over her commitment will likely rage on, but for now, her focus remains on getting back to full strength.

Trolling Becomes a Repeated Thing by Fans After Olivia Dunne Seen Traveling Before NCAA SEC Championships

Olivia Dunne is usually the fan favorite across social media, but as with anything in this twisted world, there’s always someone trying to bring down a powerful woman like Livvy. The comments on her senior year decisions have started hitting a new low as she has been trolled too often recently. Many have criticized her for choosing to spend another year in college, and even more have questioned why she’s always absent from competitions.

In a recent TikTok video, Dunne was seen traveling on a private plane with the caption, “Secretly leaving school, going to a secret work location, for a secret work trip.” While her NIL deals and influence in the college sports world are undeniable, some fans appear fixated on her academic and athletic priorities. One fan took a jab at her extended college stay, commenting, “Maybe by the time I get in college, you’ll still be there🤷‍♂️🤞🏼 (That’s in 5 years btw).” Others expressed curiosity, with another fan asking, “Are most of your classes remote? Not hating, just curious how you get to have so many awesome experiences while still doing the whole school thing.”

Adding to the trolling, another fan joked, “Sweetie, after 10 years they call them doctor when they leave school. Will you even have a bachelor’s?“—a clear dig at her extended college stay. Another took it even further, bluntly stating, “Been in school for 10 years now,” exaggerating her tenure at LSU to fuel the ongoing criticism. These comments suggest that some fans believe Dunne is milking her college experience rather than progressing academically or athletically.

Despite the negativity, Dunne remains focused on her journey, whether in academics, athletics, or her flourishing NIL career. While trolls continue to throw shade, she has proven time and again that she knows how to navigate the public eye. With the NCAA SEC Championships approaching, only time will tell how she responds—whether through competition or simply brushing off the hate and continuing to thrive in her own lane.