AMES, Iowa – Iowa State coach Ashley Miles Greig has announced the addition of a pair of transfers to the program for the 2026 campaign. Minnesota’s Samantha Schneider and Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Chloe Hammond will join a seven-member freshman class to make up the team’s newcomers for next season.

A native of Fairfield, Connecticut, Schneider will remain in the Midwest as she heads down I-35 from Minneapolis to Ames. She spent her freshman season with the Gophers but did not see any action.

In high school, Schneider competed for coaches Brock Freehling and Dawn Albon at Connecticut Gymnastics Academy, where she was a six-time regional champion. Schneider was a two-time DP National Qualifier (‘22 & ‘23) and was an eight-time Connecticut state champion.

“Samantha is such a well-rounded person and student-athlete,” said Miles Greig. “She will bring a high level of skill in all four events and a passion that aligns perfectly with our culture here at Iowa State.”

Hammond, an Ankeny native, is set to return to her home state and strengthen the Cyclone program. After spending her first two college seasons with the Warhawks, Hammond comes to Ames with ample experience.

While with UW-Whitewater, Hammond appeared in all 21 meets over her two seasons. She competed on balance beam in all 21 meets and on vault in 19 of 21 instances. She was an all-around competitor once as a freshman.

“Chloe is joining us with good collegiate experience and has already shown she is ready to grow and push herself to new levels,” said Miles Greig. “I expect to see her contribute routines on all four events and strengthen the depth of our program.”

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