The clock’s ticking down, and the UCLA Bruins are ready to kick off their NCAA 2024-25 season on 4th January, with a game against California. But here is the best part for the fans, Jordan Chiles has returned to the action! The 23-year-old Olympic star, who contributed to Team USA’s achievement of that golden triumph at the Paris Olympics, is returning to the college gymnastics arena. It seems that she is eager to make a comeback in the NCAA world after teasing her big return and sharing snippets of her preparations with fans.

But wait, there’s more! While she’s been grinding away at practice to perfect her routines, Chiles recently hit pause on her NCAA training. And why, you ask? Well, she had another place to be, looking gorgeous and grabbing everyone’s attention and the spotlight somewhere else completely!

ESPNW kicked off the New Year with a bang, dropping a delightful video of Jordan Chiles straight from the iconic Rose Bowl on January 1. Captioned, “.@ChilesJordan pulled up to the Rose Bowl,” the post had fans buzzing! In the clip, Chiles rocked a bold and funky outfit—think a stylish puffer jacket paired with classic jeans—as she casually introduced herself to the camera with her signature charm.

But the fun didn’t stop there. The next scene showed Chiles melting hearts as she coddled the dog, switching to adorable toddler talk while petting and playing with her furry friend. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any cuter, the video switched to Chiles filming game-day moments on her phone. To top it all off, she struck some seriously cool poses for the camera, nailing those candid vibes like a pro. Let it be said, Jordan Chiles knows how to get the party started and it does not matter if she is on the mat or at the Rose Bowl!

If you’re wondering about the game, Ohio State is ruling the roost with a score of 41-21 over the Ducks. Since the first quarter, it has been all Buckeyes out rushing the Ducks 233-37, and Buckeyes averaging 11.7 yards per play while Oregon only 2.8. Jeremiah Smith, the freshman, is burning the field with 118 receiving yards and leaving Oregon’s defense team in a hurry. In the third quarter, TreVeyon Henderson took it in for a touchdown to make the score 41-15 in favor of Ohio State.

The statistics do not deceive—Ohio State has produced more than double the total yardage of Oregon. After three quarters, Oregon’s rushing attack was at -10 yards, while the Buckeyes were averaging over 10 yards per rush. The Ducks are now left running after ghosts as the team only has one quarter remaining. But let’s go back to Jordan Chiles—guess what? This is not the first time she has appeared at a collegiate football game!

Jordan Chiles makes it to another football game!

On November 30, Jordan Chiles felt the UCLA vibe at the Rose Bowl Stadium while watching the Bruins play against Fresno State. She shared snippets of the experience through her Instagram stories, capturing the energy of the game with clips and moments that featured Gangsta’s Paradise playing in the background. People immediately pointed her out in the stands and UCLA Athletics even retweeted her presence.

Alongside her mom Gina, Chiles immersed herself in the experience—posing with fans and adding her unique flair to the event. Her mom also posted some clips on how Jordan was giving dancing tips to cheerleaders, and how she integrated gymnastics into the football game atmosphere. Chiles didn’t just sit and watch; she added her own motivation and encouragement to the mix while incorporating her Olympic level of physical fitness with the game-day spirit of UCLA. So it is clear, whether it’s a gymnastics mat or a football field, there’s no doubt—Chiles knows how to make an impact!