PHILADELPHIA – Head coach Kirsten Becker and the University of Pennsylvania gymnastics program are excited to welcome seven newcomers—Katie Colbourne, Jordan Eichorn, Tiara Platkin, Anastasia Malikov, Paige McAlenney, Gabby Schubert, and Janelle Turner—to the team for the 2027 season.

"We are excited to welcome these seven student-athletes to the team for the 2027 season! They come to us from all across the country and bring a depth of talent and high energy to the team," Becker said. "We are anxious to see what they accomplish this year and are looking forward to seeing them in action."

KATIE COLBOURNE
Marietta, Ga. / Roswell Gymnastics / Johnson Ferry Christian Academy 
High School: Beta Club Social Media Officer ... National Honor Society ... Quill and Scroll Society ... Student Council Social Chair.
Club Team: Georgia State Club of the Year.
Personal: Daughter of Kimberly and Jim Colbourne.
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because I fell in love with the campus and Philadelphia's rich history, and truly couldn't picture myself anywhere else. I was drawn to Penn's exciting academic and athletic opportunities that feature a large social network, even after graduation!!"
Favorite Event: Floor
 
JORDAN EICHORN
Mill Creek, Wash. / Advantage Gymnastics / Henry M. Jackson High School
High School: Washington State Honors Award ... Top 10 percent class rank ... Volunteering.
Club Team: Advantage Gymnastics, 2026 Level 10 Regional beam and all-around champion … 2025 Level 10 Regional floor, bars, and all-around champion … Five-time 9.5+ vault scores in competition ...
Cascade Elite, 2025 Top 15 on bars at nationals … Three-time national qualifier … 2024 Level 10 Regional Beam champion … 2023 Level 9 Regional All-Around and Bars champion, as well as state bars runner-up.
Personal: Daughter of Heaven and Brian Eichorn.
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because of the positive and welcoming team atmosphere, beautiful city, and outstanding nursing school. Penn felt like home the minute I stepped on campus, and I truly couldn't imagine myself anywhere else." 
Favorite Event: Bars
 
TIARA PLATKIN
Bacon Raton, Fla. / American Twisters / West Boca High School / Arizona State
At Arizona State: 2025 Big 12 Academic All-Rookie Team selection ... 2026 Big 12 Academic All-American. 
Club Team: Four-time national qualifier.
Personal: Daughter of Adrienne Arteaga and Steven Platkin.
Why Penn?: "The Penn culture and resources are unmatched. Truly a great place to grow academically and athletically in both college and for future successes."
Favorite Event: Bars
 
ANASTASIA MALIKOV
Morristown, N.J. / Rising Stars Gymnastics / West Morris Mendham High School
High School: National Honor Society member ... French National Honor Society member ... IB Career Program Certificate recipient.
Club Team: 2025 DP Nationals qualifier … Second place floor and vault at 2025 regionals … 2024 state beam champion.
Personal: Daughter of Albina Malikova and Eugene Malikov.
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because it felt really welcoming and also has a great mix of academics and athletics. When I came to campus, I knew it was the place to be." 
Favorite Event: Floor
 
PAIGE MCALENNEY
Denver, Colo. / Colorado Gymnastics Institute / Denver South High School
High School: Principal's Honor Roll ... National Honor Society member ... DECA Club member ... Lunch Bunch Club assistant ... Project Angel Heart. 
Club Team: 2022, 2023, 2026 Level 10 club team state champions … 2025 & 2026 vault state champion … 2025 & 2026 beam state champion … 2023 floor state champion … Five-time regional qualifier … 2023 and 2026 beam regional champion … Four-time national qualifier.
Personal: Daughter of Krista and Morgan McAlenney … Father, Morgan, played lacrosse at Dickinson College.
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn not only for the incredible opportunities it will give me, but because I know it will challenge me to grow in ways I never have before. The people I've met at Penn, especially my teammates and coaches, have already made Penn feel like home. I'm excited to be part of such an inspiring community while pushing myself to try new things and grow as an athlete and a person." 
Favorite Event: Beam
 
GABBY SCHUBERT
Youngstown, Ohio / Xquisite Gymnastics / Boardman High School
High School: Valedictorian ... Honors diploma ... Ohio Science Seal ... Ohio Citizenship Seal ... Ohio College-Ready Seal ... Ohio Means Jobs Readiness Seal ... Student-Engagement Seal ... Member of Emerging Leaders ... Spanish club ... Medical careers club ... Key club ... Boardman Link Crew ... Link Crew Leadership Conference ... Big Spartan Little Spartan ... Member of National Honor Society ... Student government.
Club Team: 2026 PA Level 10 State champions.
Personal: Daughter of Jessica and Mike Schubert.
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because from the moment I visited, I immediately felt so welcome and comfortable. I could truly picture myself being part of the team and becoming a part of the Penn community. The team atmosphere, coaches, and overall environment made me feel like Penn was somewhere I could grow both as a gymnast and as a person. On top of that, Penn's incredible academics and opportunities will challenge me and help me grow in so many ways!"
Favorite Event: Beam
 
JANELLE TURNER
Tunkhannock, Pa. / Endless Mountains Gymnastics / Tunkhannock Area Highschool
High School: National Honor Society ... Steering Committee ... Children's ministry teacher ... Future Business Leaders of America.
Club Team: 2026 Level 10 Regional champion … 2026 Level 10 National qualifier.
Personal: Daughter of Jessica and Jerome Turner.
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because of the lovely community and opportunity to further my athletic career while continuing my academic pursuits."
Favorite Event: Vault
 
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