
Katelyn Ohashi
Awards & Honours
11
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
1
Records
Ohashi's career is defined by a unique blend of elite achievement and cultural impact. She won the junior national all-around title in 2011, beating future Olympic gold medalists. Her 2019 viral routine became one of the most-watched gymnastics videos in history, bringing NCAA gymnastics to a global audience. She earned four perfect 10s on floor in college and helped UCLA win a national championship. Her transition from elite burnout to joyful collegiate star made her a symbol of resilience. She was named to Time magazine's 100 Next list in 2019 and featured in ESPN's Body Issue in 2020.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
UCLA Athletics Spirit Award
Awarded for contributions to the gymnastics program
NCAA All-Academic Team
Recognized for academic and athletic excellence
ESPN The Body Issue
Featured in the annual body-positivity issue
Women's Sports Foundation Honoree
Honored for advocacy in sports
Rankings & Lists
Time 100 Next
Top 10 Viral Moments of the Year
NCAA Floor Exercise Rankings
Magazine Covers
ESPN The Magazine
2020
The Body Issue
UCLA Magazine
2019
Cover Story: Viral Fame and Mental Health
Sports Illustrated
2019
Photo Essay on NCAA Athletes
Records & Feats
Most viewed NCAA gymnastics routine
Her 2019 perfect 10 floor routine at the Collegiate Challenge has over 100 million views across platforms, the most for any NCAA gymnastics performance.