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Western Michigan University Women's Gymnastics

NCAA D1Mid-American ConferenceKalamazoo, MI
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Coaching Staff (5)

Penny Jernigan
Penny Jernigan

Head Coach

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Penny Jernigan was named the Western Michigan gymnastics head coach on August 1, 2013. Since Jernigan’s arrival in Kalamazoo, the Broncos have broken the program’s

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Al Scharns
Al Scharns

Assistant Coach

Al Scharns will enter his twelfth season as an assistant coach at Western Michigan in 2025-2026. Scharns was a standout gymnast at WMU (1980-1985) and was inducted

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Don Houlton
Don Houlton

Assistant Coach

Don Houlton was named WMU Assistant Gymnastics Coach on Aug. 26, 2022. Houlton joined the Broncos after spending the past three seasons as an assistant coach

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Kelsie Nimke
Kelsie Nimke

Associate Athletic Trainer (GYM, XC)

Began at Western: 2021 Summary of Current Role: Nimke provides medical care and coverage for the gymnastics and men's tennis teams. Additionally, Nimke holds

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Tim Herrmann
Tim Herrmann

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Began at Western: 1999 Summary of Current Role: Herrmann oversees the Strength and Conditioning program for all Western Michigan University’s 14 Varsity Olympic

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many coaches does Western Michigan University Women's Gymnastics have?▾
The Western Michigan University Women's Gymnastics program currently has 5 coaching staff members listed.
Who is the head coach of Western Michigan University Women's Gymnastics?▾
Penny Jernigan is the current head coach of Western Michigan University Women's Gymnastics.
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What division is Western Michigan University Women's Gymnastics?▾
Western Michigan University competes in NCAA D1 (Division I).
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Academic Snapshot

NCAA D1PublicNCAA since 1929Graduate
1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Acceptance Rate
85%
Undergrad Enrollment
12,704
Avg Net Price
$18,701/yr
In-State Tuition
$15,298/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,098/yr
Avg SAT
1,108
6-Year Graduation Rate
58%
Freshman Retention
80%
Avg Earnings (10yr)
$50,500/yr

Last verified: Mar 2026

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