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The Bouncing Bulldogs dazzled at the 32nd annual Double Dutch Holiday Classic on Dec. 3, 2023, at the Apollo Theater in New York City. The jump-rope team has taken part in the event since 2004, facing tough competition from teams worldwide, including challengers from Brazil, Japan and Hong Kong as well as many U.S. states. The Bulldogs brought 40 competitors and a strong support system of alumni and parents as they showcased their skills on the iconic stage. The team dominated various categories, securing first, second and third place awards in double Dutch pairs speed for eighth grade and above, as well as several notable victories in two-minute singles and doubles speeds across all grade levels. The well-rounded performance also earned them second place in the novice fusion division – which consists of double Dutch, dancing, costumes, tumbling and upbeat music – and the prestigious first place award in the “Best of Show” advanced fusion competition. “I hope that, with this accomplishment, we made our teammates who came before us proud and encouraged all the jumpers who will come after us,” says Ava Ryann Winslow, a senior at Middle College High School at Durham Technical Community College.
1 Sophia Berry of Seaforth High School in Pittsboro, Elena Oh of East Chapel Hill High School, Addie Gilner of Chapel Hill High School, Lilly James of Jordan High School and Ava Ryann Winslow of Middle College High School. 2 Bouncing Bulldogs competitors outside the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem.
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