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Joy filled the air as the fans in the stands stood up enthusiastically. The echo from the cheerleaders’ performance came to an end.

“I do cheer, because I have always loved to dance, and I also love supporting other athletes. I love and enjoy cheer, because, for me, it is like an escape where you can enjoy yourself, be yourself, and express yourself freely with all of the amazing people you have made friendships with,” freshman Sydney Spence said.

With only three returning team members, and not having a coach, the cheerleaders had to take responsibility to keep their team alive. The group introduced the sport to lower-class students, and spoke with the Athletics Department about hiring a new coach.

“To keep the varsity cheer team intact,

The cheerleading team said goodbye to their old field as they learned to adapt to new ones.