DENTON, Texas (April 11, 2018) - Head Coach Lisa Bowerman has signed Natalie Payne to Texas Woman's University Gymnastics, as announced Thursday.
 
"I am thrilled to welcome Natalie to our Pioneer Gymnastics family," said Bowerman. "Natalie is a powerful gymnast who will make an immediate competitive impact in her freshman year. She is a great fit for our team and will no doubt contribute to the ongoing success of our program."
 
Payne will be joining the Pioneers from Winter Park, Florida, where she most recently notched Level 10 first place honors on beam in her home state and second on floor. A three-time Level 10 qualifier, Payne nabbed second place on floor in 2017, and took home the title on beam in 2015 along with a third-place finish in all-around and floor.
 
In 2016, Payne also recorded top honors on beam as well as second on floor and fourth on bars. At Winter Park High School, Payne was a member of the National Honor Society.
 
"I chose Texas Woman's because of the success of the gymnastics program and the encouragement the team gives each other. I'm excited to be a part of it," stated Payne.
 
Payne joins Ellie Ambs, Sadie Bish, Domi Bonzagni and Isabel Goyco in the 2018 signing class.