Jordyn Wieber on leaving Arkansas gymnastics: 'I feel a lot of peace'
By Jordyn Wieber
Published on April 29, 2026.
Arkansas gymnastics coach Jordyn Wieber, 30, resigned from her position seven years ago, seven years after becoming the youngest head coach in NCAA gymnastics history. Her husband, Chris Brooks, was named as the next head coach. Despite her decision, Wiebber expressed a sense of peace and a desire to explore new goals and passions beyond gymnastics. She shared her personal experiences with ESPN, including her decision to leave coaching to be a better role model for women and her daughter, Gigi, who she hopes to raise awareness about their choices.
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