One of Montana's rising sports stars is headed to a perennial national championship contender.

Reese Esponda, a Helena native, announced her verbal commitment to LSU's gymnastics program Monday evening via social media.

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"I am beyond grateful and incredibly excited to officially announce that I have verbally committed to Louisiana State University (LSU) on a full-ride athletic scholarship!" Esponda posted to Instagram, adding thanks to family and coaches. "This moment is truly a dream come true."

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Esponda, a current junior in high school who also held an offer from Alabama, is part of LSU's 2027 recruiting class that reeled in com

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