For Lexi Priessman, Its Goodbye to Elite Gymnastics

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Lexie Priessmanhas decided to retire from elite and will be heading to LSU this fall. Priessman currently trains at Perfection Gymnastics School in West Chester, Ohio. Priessman posted the following message on Instagram:

"I wanted to take the time personally to let all of you know I have chosen to head to college in the fall. As you know the last two years for me as an athlete has been extremely difficult with all the injuries I have been going through. I have been working very hard in the gym everyday to get back to 100 percent to compete again. Unfortunately, I hit some bumps that I wasn't planning on hitting. I thought about all of the adversity I have been through and as I always say God has a plan. I have decided to go to college in the fall and begin a new chapter in my life. I want all of you to know I cant be more grateful to have been a member of the USA National team for four years. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to travel the world and help our country win gold medals. I will miss all the training camps and the knowledge everyone has taught me but more importantly help me become the young lady I am today. I am so happy with my elite career and how it went, but now it's time to move on and make some amazing memories in college gymnastic #GEAUXTIGERS"

Priessman was on the US National Team in 2010-2014 and competed in multiple international meets. She suffered several injuries in the last few years, missing many major competitions but continued to train. Priessman is currently recovering from an ankle injury and a shoulder injury.

A dynamic gymnast, Priessman displays a combination of incredibly power and beautiful artistry. We are looking forward to seeing her compete in NCAA!