Submitted by Leslee Yoder, Cheerleading Coach
A record number of cheerleaders (15 of 16 varsity and 12 of 14 junior varsity members) attended cheer camp this summer, bringing home several awards. Coaches Yoder and Anderson also attended, Anderson for the first time as Junior Varsity Coach. As a result of the stellar performance, the varsity team has earned an invitation to perform at the Walt Disney World Christmas Parade to be taped November 30 – December 3.
Varsity Awards
Top Game Day Team – trophy
2 Superior Ribbons for final evaluations
Bid to Nationals
NFHS Squad Credentialing
Spirit Stick
Numerous All-American Award nominees
All-American Cheerleader Award – Mariyah Easterly
Junior Varsity Awards
Herkie Team Award* – plaque
2 Superior Ribbons for final evaluations
Bid to Nationals
NFHS Squad Credentialing
Numerous All American Award Nominees
Spirit Stick
*The Herkie Team Award, the most prestigious camp award, is named after the National Cheerleading Association(NCA) founder Lawrence Herkimer and given to the squad exemplifying the qualities upon which NCA was founded. These qualities are leadership, values, and teamwork. This award is voted on by the NCA Staff at summer camp.
These young women have worked very hard and are looking forward to a great football season!