Emily Bassett

Position:
All Around
Class:
Freshman
High School:
Acellus Academy
Hometown:
West Deptford, N.J.

SALEEM ON BASSETT: “Emily is a powerhouse gymnast who will make an immediate impact as a strong all-around competitor. She’s a quiet leader — diligent, focused, and deeply committed to her training — yet her easygoing and caring personality shines through in everything she does. Emily is going to add four solid routines to our lineups, and it’s incredible to watch her work. You can literally see her outworking everyone around her, and that dedication will make her an outstanding addition to our program.”

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: Was the 2024 Level 10 New Jersey State Vault Champion, earning a score of 9.600 … also placed fourth on floor (9.400) and fourth in the all-around (36.050) at the state championship … 2024 National Qualifier ... her Level 10 career-best vault score of 9.925 at the 2023 Jamie Stymiest Invite tied as the 38th-best vault score in the nation for the 2023 season ... also owns career-best Level 10 routines of 9.675 on floor, 9.475 on beam and 9.425 on bars, with a career-best all-around total of 37.925 set at the 2025 Hill’s Maryland Classic.

WHY BALL STATE: “I chose Ball State because it felt like home as soon as I stepped on campus. It is a place where I can grow as a gymnast and a person. It also has a great education program, which will help me succeed in my future career.”