Nikki Smith, a senior gymnast at Michigan State University, has had a significant impact on the 2025 NCAA gymnastics season. Smith, in her final undergraduate year, has won the all-around title in each of her first six competitions, demonstrating great skill and consistency across all apparatuses. Her performances have earned her individual awards while also greatly contributing to her team’s success.
Smith was named the Big Ten Gymnast of the Year in appreciation of her remarkable achievements, earning the program’s third recipient of this coveted accolade. Furthermore, she has been voted Big Ten Gymnast of the Week several times this season, demonstrating her consistent brilliance and leadership.
Aside from her individual victories, Smith has played a key role in Michigan State’s team success, guiding the Spartans to a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Regionals and a program-best No. 8 national rating. Her performances have set new standards for the program, motivating both her teammates and supporters. As she nears the end of her undergraduate career, Nikki Smith’s legacy is cemented as one of the most accomplished and prominent gymnasts in Michigan State history. Her commitment, skill, and leadership continue to set a high bar for future generations of athletes.