Sam Phillips is about to make the most gay-friendly team in men’s gymnastics even gayer
Sam Phillips may be transferring, but the star gymnast wound up in a very comfortable place. The Nebraska product will spend his sixth and final season of NCAA eligibility at one of the most inclusive teams in Division 1 men’s sports.
Following two All-American finishes at the men’s gymnastics championships, Phillips announced he’ll be transferring to Illinois, a Big Ten rival. Due to his season-ending injury in 2022, Phillips can compete at the collegiate level for another year, and jumped at the opportunity.
A team captain at Nebraska, Phillips can fill a leadership void with the Fighting Illini,
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