‘Disgusting, Disappointing, and Uncalled For’: Ohio State Men’s Gymnastics Team Under Fire for Unsportsmanlike Conduct Towards Illinois Women’s Team

It’s Women’s History Month, and it appears that athleticism has collided with controversy on the mat, as evidenced by a recent update from a 22-year-old high school gymnast. Abigail Mueller, also known as Abby Mueller, is a two-time Academic All-Big Ten athlete who began her new career on the mat in Nebraska in January 2024, winning the floor title.

Mueller made her debut for Illinois Women’s Gymnastics in 2021 and has secured several accolades for her wins. However, a recent tweet from Mueller has set the X world abuzz. Amid the celebration of women’s achievements and success, the Ohio State Men’s Gymnastics team has found themselves embroiled in a firestorm of criticism due to Abby’s latest post.

Ohio Men’s actions spark outrage

In a recent event, the Ohio State Men’s Gymnastics team rocked the gymnastics world, not with their remarkable stunts and skills but with sudden controversial remarks while the Illinois women’s gymnastics team was attending an event. The actions that were supposed to exemplify a spirit of sportsmanship have turned out to be a sour action coming from young athletes. 

Abby Mueller took to her social media handles and has called out the misstepping reactions of the men. Mueller added, “Ohio state men’s gymnastics said “put it in our mouth” and chanted “lose weight” to my team today❤️❤️ I would say this is an extremely good example of great sportsmanship during women’s history month…” In a sarcastic tone, Mueller pointed out how inappropriate and offensive the comments made by the men appeared to her. 

While the sports realm is celebrating dedication and talent and are promoting mutual respect and discipline such an incident has shaken the online world. Such an outrageous action serves as a stark reminder of the challenges that athletes continue to encounter in a floor of sportsmanship and gender equality.

Ohio State Gymnastics incident stirs online outcry and reflection

As the tweet shone brightly in a controversial spotlight, fans, netizens, and the gymnastics world shared their two cents on the incident. The post garnered more than 90k views. 

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One of the X users sharing a personal opinion mentioned that such actions coming from the athletes must be dealt with in a serious manner and that they must face consequences for passing such “misogynistic” comments.

Another user felt really sorry for the women’s team who had to listen to those comments and referred to the situation as “disgusting”. A third said: “This is absolutely disgusting, disappointing and uncalled for. I am SO sorry you and your team had to experience that.”

One fan shared how disturbing it felt to her and added how she personally feels that the men should apologize for their behavior and words.

“File a Title IX complaint with the OSU Athletic Department”, suggested another X user.

Another fan was indeed infuriated at such an incident.

As the incident has sparked conversations in social media, the issue has transpired way beyond the boundaries of the gymnastics realm. 

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