Jordan Chiles’ UCLA teammate stepped into the season carrying a weight of uncertainty—wondering if she’d even make it back to the competition floor after wrestling with doubts along the way. Everyone had expectant hopes, though no one foresaw what greatness lay ahead. Did she turn those doubts into something extraordinary?

Brooklyn Moors has made her mark by earning recognition as a WCGA Scholastic All-American and consistently appearing on the Pac-12 Academic Honor Roll. She achieved a personal best of 9.950 on the floor and played a key role in UCLA’s victories with her standout consistency in leading the team. As she enters her last season, Moors is ready to transform all the unknowns into an unforgettable ending.

Brooklyn Moor’s journey to her last year at UCLA shows how tough she is. She has made a strong comeback after dealing with a knee injury through most of 2023. She’s proven herself to be one of UCLA’s top performers, consistently scoring above 9.900 on the floor. She even got named Big Ten co-Event Specialist of the Week, which positioned her importance to the team’s success.

Her drive for perfection is really what her senior year is all about. Moors’ shows on the floor prove how hard she works, making her one of the best in the country. She holds the No. 4 rank with a solid 9.925 average. Moors is all in on making her last year something special to remember. She’s made it clear that her ultimate goal this season is to score a perfect 10—a milestone she has yet to reach.

“I want to get a 10 on the floor. This is my last year of gymnastics ever, so I’m really giving it my all,” she said. “Going into this year, some of our trainers didn’t even know if it was a good idea for me to compete at all. I thought I’d come in and do floor just as a specialist,” she added. Moors overcoming those doubts to get back to her top game just shows how strong she is inside and how much she loves gymnastics. This shows she’s not just doing this for herself but for the team as well.

She is aiming to leave a legacy in the sport, proving that her journey is not over yet. Even though UCLA has faced many challenges this season, the Moors continue to shine through every setback.

Brooklyn Moors shines despite UCLA’s tough start to the season

Despite UCLA’s tough start to the season, Brooklyn Moors captivated audiences in week 1 with her floor routine inspired by Lana Del Rey’s Video Games. She tied for first place with a solid 9.900. Moors’ performance was just wow, setting the bar high for the rest of the season. The event ended with the Bruins scoring 49.050.

Meanwhile, Jordan Chiles kept dazzling everyone, holding down the vault with her Yurchenko half and front tuck half. Both started at a perfect 10.0. Moors and Chiles’ performances have set a strong standard for UCLA. Moors’ contribution has extended beyond just one event. Her highlight was definitely against Maryland, scoring a personal best of 9.850 on the beam, which helped the Bruins hit their highest beam score of the season at 49.550.

Coach Janelle McDonald acknowledged this, saying, “I was very proud of Brooklyn Moors and how she got out there and really nailed her three events today.” “It’s really special to see her having the year she’s having as a senior,” she said to the Daily Bruin. Moors has shown an all-around consistency throughout her senior season.

She has not only silenced her own doubts but also lifted UCLA’s season to heights. Will she achieve the perfect 10 she’s been after? What are your thoughts on this? Leave them in the comments.