Even before the result was posted, the roaring crowd of 5,282 gave Price a standing ovation. She was also high-fived by the Utah Red Rocks.

It was only the sixth perfect bar routine in NCAA Championship history, matched by Nichols in the final routine of the night.

It was the second national title for Price – who shared it with Maggie Nichols of Oklahoma – after claiming a vault crown in 2015.

She tallied top 10 finishes in all four events to claim third in the all-around with 39.6750, the highest point ever recorded by a Stanford gymnast in the competition. Carly Janiga also captured third for the Cardinal in 2010.

Price soared high in a difficult, twisting routine, but took a small hop on her landing. She was awarded 9.8875 in the event.

Participating as an individual for the second consecutive year and representing the Cardinal for the fourth straight time, Price competed with Utah on Friday in the evening semifinal. Starting on vault, Price knew she needed a big performance when MyKayla Skinner of the Red Rocks tallied 9.9375 in the preceding routine.

The 10-time All-American also recorded perfect scores on bars in the season-opening Nor Cal Classic, and on floor exercise against Cal and UCLA. Price earned her first 10 on vault against Oregon State as freshman in 2015, and is the only gymnast in school history to achieve perfection in three events.

It marked the fourth 10 of the season for Price and a program-record fifth of her remarkable Stanford career, but the first away from Maples Pavilion.

"What a spectacular finish," said Stanford coach Tabitha Yim. "She was amazing. To receive a standing ovation is a testament to the respect and impact Elizabeth has had on the gymnastics community. She has been an incredible role model and always represents Stanford with pride. We are really going to miss her."

In addition to sharing the national title on bars, Price tied for fifth on floor, tied for eighth on vault and tied for 10th on beam.

Price followed with a 9.8625 on the balance beam, then concluded her career on the floor exercise. Performing last after Skinner, Price performed a stellar routine, showcasing her power, athletic ability and artistry. She received a 9.9250.

After a long break, Price moved to the uneven bars. In a word, she was flawless. After sticking the landing, the fans rose in unison, knowing they had witnessed something special.

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A perfect way for Price to finish an amazing gymnastics career