Jade Carey, the esteemed Olympic floor exercise gold medalist from Tokyo 2020, is gearing up for another remarkable journey as the 2024 Paris Olympics loom closer. Carey, known for her unconventional gymnastics approach, is eyeing to secure a spot on the USA’s Paris 2024 team while navigating collegiate gymnastics. Therefore, the upcoming 2024 season will be different and hard for this Olympic champion.

However, recently, one update from this gymnast has gained significant attention. The accomplished athlete took to social media to express her gratitude and nostalgia for the place that helped mold her into who she is today.

Gymnast Jade Carey shows her gratitude for this opportunity

Carey’s journey from Mountain Ridge High School to the global Olympic stage is a source of inspiration for all aspiring athletes worldwide. Her Instagram handle became a platform to convey the significance of the weekend she spent at Mountain Ridge High School. There, she received the honor of getting inducted into their hall of fame. Carey wrote with extreme appreciation, “I got to spend some time in a place last weekend that helped shape me into who I am today and gave me a unique opportunity to chase my dreams. I am incredibly honored to be inducted into the Mountain Ridge High School Hall of Fame.”

However, Carey’s illustrious career has left indelible marks in the sports world. From her humble beginnings to being discovered at a Level 10 event. Then she clinched her first global medal at the 2017 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships. In a recent announcement, Carey disclosed her intention to remain at Oregon State University while pursuing her Olympic dreams. Carey is also dedicated to representing the United States and the Oregon State Beavers, balancing her collegiate commitments with her elite-level Olympic training.

Jade Carey does a balancing act

Joining Carey in this unprecedented endeavor are fellow Tokyo Olympians Jordan Chiles, Sunisa Lee, and Grace McCallum. Chiles and Lee focus on Olympic aspirations, while Carey embraces NCAA gymnastics while preparing for Paris 2024. Despite this being difficult, Carey is excited about it as she said, “I am excited to share that I will be remaining at Oregon State while pursuing my dreams of the 2024 Olympics.” Reflecting on her 2023 NCAA season, which culminated in her being the highest-ranked all-around athlete, Carey’s transition to elite gymnastics was more than remarkable.

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Following a less-than-ideal performance in the U.S. Classic and a surprising 15th-place finish in the all-around standings, Carey faced formidable challenges in refining her routines for elite competitions. Notably, she also emerged victorious at the Swiss Cup in November alongside Yul Moldauer. Currently, the whole gymnastic world is anticipating her upcoming performances with excitement.

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