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BHS Cheerleaders Know How to “Sweep” a Competition

1/19/2023

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Kimmie Barnes
Editor-in Chief
  “B-O-N-N-E-V-I-L-L-E Bonneville Bees!” is shouted from the mouths of one of Bonneville High School’s biggest support groups: the cheerleaders. They are seen cheering on their fellow athletes on the field at football games and on the sidelines at basketball games, but the cheer squad also shows their skills at their own competitions. The Bonneville High School cheer team is a powerhouse. Having won three virtually back to back state champion titles (one year interrupted by Covid-19), they take competition head on. The months of January and February are busy for the cheerleaders with basketball games, the Sweethearts dance, and competitions virtually every weekend. On Saturday, January 7, 2023, the team competed in the Upper Valley Classic at Madison High School. This competition is for both dance and cheer. Teams all the way from Minico to Sugar Salem come to compete. This year, around 12 teams participated in the high school cheer portion. 
  The competition consists of performances in various categories: show, sideline, pom, and stunt. Each category has specifications and rules for the performances. For example, pom routines have a time limit of one minute, must focus on choreography and transitions, cannot include stunts, tosses, airborne tumbling, or props, and the whole routine is required to be set to music. Contrary to a pom routine, a sideline cheer is centered around crowd involvement, similar to what is performed at football and basketball games, must include at least one continuous two-jump series done by the team in unison, cannot include music, and typically includes props such as banners, poms, signs, and megaphones. As Bonneville performed their show and sideline routines, onlookers commented on their precision, energy, and confidence. One woman even stated that they look like they are having fun on the mat. The audience was evidently not the only ones with the same sentiments; the judges did too. The BHS cheer team placed first in pom, sideline, coed show, coed stunt group, and all girl stunt group, taking the victory in all divisions of the competition they competed in! This is popularly referred to as having “swept” the competition.  
  In an interview with senior Gracie Johnson, she discusses competition season as a Bonneville cheerleader. Johnson’s favorite part of competition season is the adrenaline that comes with competing saying, “It’s the best feeling when you’ve been working super hard and it pays off during awards.” Being back to back state champions, Johnson commented that her least favorite part of the competition season is the stress. Adding, “It’s very stressful trying to uphold the state champs title when everyone is trying to beat you.” 
  As the busy competition season continues, the team will perform at districts and likely state. The squad also qualified to compete at Nationals this year, which is a competition against teams across the country. This season has been an exciting one, and the BHS cheer team has proven time and time again that they know how to showcase their skills and “sweep” the competition. 
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Victor Cruz link
7/15/2023 06:50:24 am

I recently had the pleasure of reading your exciting article on The Bonneville Buzz, which celebrated the remarkable achievement of the BHS Cheerleaders in sweeping a competition. I was truly captivated by their talent, dedication, and the sheer level of excellence they demonstrated. I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt congratulations and celebrate their outstanding success.

Sweeping a competition is a testament to the BHS Cheerleaders' commitment to excellence, teamwork, and relentless pursuit of their goals. Their hard work, countless hours of practice, and unwavering determination have clearly paid off, resulting in an impressive performance that left an indelible mark on the judges and the audience.

Competitions provide a platform for cheerleaders to showcase their skills, athleticism, and showmanship. The BHS Cheerleaders' ability to captivate the audience, execute complex routines with precision, and bring infectious energy to the performance is truly commendable.

I would like to extend my appreciation to the BHS Cheerleaders for their unwavering dedication and the coaches who have nurtured their talent and pushed them to reach new heights. Their collective efforts have created a supportive and inspiring environment that allows the cheerleaders to excel and achieve their full potential.

Furthermore, I want to acknowledge the teamwork and camaraderie exhibited by the BHS Cheerleaders. Cheerleading is a collaborative sport that requires synchronization, trust, and a shared commitment to success. The bond they have formed is not only evident in their performances but also a testament to their unity and support for one another.

Congratulations to the BHS Cheerleaders on this exceptional accomplishment. Your success not only brings pride to your school but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring cheerleaders and athletes in the community. May this achievement fuel your passion for cheerleading and propel you towards even greater accomplishments in the future.

Thank you for sharing the exciting news of the BHS Cheerleaders' competition sweep through The Bonneville Buzz. Your article captures their remarkable journey and showcases the talent and dedication they embody.

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