HAILEY DAVIS

Hampshire Varsity Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: 14!

Favorite memory of being on your team? By far my favorite part of being on the team is bonding with all the girls. At the beginning of the year, UDA camp is always such a fun time getting to know everyone. We always like to order food late at night after long days of dancing and learning choreo. It’s honestly where we get to know each other the best because we are all slaphappy from the exhaustion of camp, so we share the funniest stories.

Favorite skill to perform? I love all kinds of turn combos!

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? There was a solid year early in middle school where I worked to get my side aerial. I spent almost every day outside in the grass over the summer trying to keep my hands off of the ground. There were times when I thought I would never be able to do it, but now it’s muscle memory!

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Contemporary or Hip Hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Contemporary

Stuff you do when not dancing: I love to bake and organize things. I also catch up on countless hours of lost SLEEP!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Duet Dance Academy/ D2 Performing Company has been my second home all 14 years of my dance career! The teachers there have taught me everything I know about dance. Specifically, Jenny Miquelon is like my second mom and has kept my love for dance alive through her amazing studio. Katie Zale is another teacher who I have known since I was a baby and has pushed me to be the best dancer I can be, and she is always inspiring me to do better. I have made the best friendships here and have the best support from them and the dance moms. We’re all one big dance family that I wouldn’t trade for the world. <3

Coach notes: Hailey is another individual who is dedicated to dance both at HHS and outside of school. Hailey is involved in her dance studio where she is frequent to be at after HHS Dance Practice. Hailey possesses a level of poise and maturity for being able to be so flexible with her schedules to meet all her academic and dance needs. Hailey always gives full effort at practice and leaves it all out on the stage. Hailey constantly works hard and encourages her teammates to practice hard too. She often asks clarifying questions and is willing to help her teammates with technique and choreography to ensure their success.

ADDISON DELISLE

Collinsville Kahok Dance Team / SO.

Coach notes: Addison is a second year varsity member who amazes us with her improvements every day! She is willing to take risks and work hard to master her skills!

ELOISE DENKER

Loyola Ramblerettes Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 15 years

Favorite memory of being on your team? Performing at Nationals with my team and getting 10th in the nation!

Favorite skill to perform? Turning disk

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? My turning disk!

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Pom

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Jazz

Stuff you do when not dancing: I just like to have fun and try to live life to the fullest. I love just jamming out to music and spending time with my family because it makes life so much better!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Coach Kerry Dubay, Coach Ashley Cassie, Coach Anna Wetoska, Coach Erin Shapiro, Pammy Pavia, my mom and dad

Coach notes: Eloise is an exceptional captain and leader for our team. She goes above and beyond both in and out of practice and is always there to support her teammates. Eloise is extremely dedicated and creative, always pushing our team and program to be at its best. At Eloise’s suggestion, our team organized a Mental Health for Athletes event this year, which included over 150 student athletes at Loyola! She leads with her heart and is always the first one to reach out to others when they need help. She is a talented and committed dancer who has left a lasting legacy on our program.

CAPRI DeROSA

Lake Park Lancettes Dance Team / SR.

Coach notes: She is an extremely dedicated, hard-working dancer.

GIANNA DESIDERIOSCIOLI

Neuqua Valley Varsity Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 12

Favorite memory of being on your team? Making it to state this year after our team put in so much hard work and dedication.

Favorite skill to perform? Firebird

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Pirouettes

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Lyrical

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: I am very interested in film/tv production.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My NVDT coaches Shae Callahan and Savannah Schofield and Mellisa Libel from Center For Dance

Coach notes: Gianna is an outstanding dancer who fit in to the varsity norm perfectly as well! She has never stopped working hard and pushing herself to be better. We can definitely see her passion for dance!

DANI DILLARD

Jacksonville J’ettes Dance Team

Years dancing: 15

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory of being on J’ettes would have to be winning IHSA sectionals last year. My team and I walked off the floor knowing we did our absolute best. The feeling of hearing our name called for 1st place was truly unforgettable.

Favorite skill to perform? Fouetté turns

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Fouetté turns were very tough for me to get and I think that’s why I like doing them now.

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Lyrical will always have a special place in my heart.

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? I love the power and control in pom.

Stuff you do when not dancing: When I’m not dancing I like to spend my time babysitting, teaching the younger girls at my studio, and hanging out with my friends and family.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I would like to thank Tiffany Hickox and Alyson Maul for being the most amazing and hard-working coaches. I would like to thank Sara Roegge for always pushing me and making me the dancer I am today. And I would like to thank my parents for always supporting me through the last 15 years of dance

Coach notes: Dani has been a tremendous leader along with her fellow co-captains in keeping this team focused. She leads with kindness and so much heart it becomes so contagious to those around her. She makes a strong effort to make all members feel like they belong. Not only is she an exceptional leader and member of the J’ette team, but she also excels in the classroom.

KELCEY DODD

Rockford Jefferson Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: 5

Favorite memory of being on your team? We were taking a lunch break during a hard working Saturday and we made team TikToks 🙂

Favorite skill to perform? Triple turns

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Toe touches!

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Lyrical

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Pom

Stuff you do when not dancing: Swim, theatre, art

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Lindsey from J&J and Jonifah from our team. They both helped make me the confident dancer I am today

Coach notes: Kelcey is very versatile and she loves learning different types of dance. She puts her own style on her moves and it makes it more interesting to watch her. Her leadership role is phenomenal and the girls love learning from her.

KATE DOHERTY

Lyons Township Varsity Poms / SR.

Years dancing: 15

Favorite memory of being on your team? Being the first poms team from my school to qualify for state my freshman year.

Favorite skill to perform? Headspring or turns

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? An aerial since I taught myself when I was seven

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Lyrical / jazz

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: Teach dance classes to kids and hang out with friends

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My poms coach Brittany Smith, my family, and my first company director Amber Alonzo

Coach notes: Kate has served as captain on varsity for the past two years. She has been on the state competition team for four years. She has used her experience, leadership and passion for our program to help lead the team through this unprecedented season.

LAUREN DOMBROSKI

Alan B. Shepard Dance Team / SO.

Years dancing: 12

Favorite memory of being on your team? Practices

Favorite skill to perform? Leaps

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? My jumps

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Jazz

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Jazz

Stuff you do when not dancing: Painting

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Triple Threat Divas dance studio is the private studio I’ve danced for all my life .

Coach notes: She has grown so much as a dancer and motivator for this team. She has worked very hard to improve her skills. She is such a pleasure to have on this team.

HAILEY DONAHUE

Plainfield Central Pomcats Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: 14 years

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory would have to be when my team and I qualified for state this year! We were a little iffy going into placements during awards for sectionals because we weren’t too confident with the routine we had sent in but as soon as we found out we made it to state we were screaming and cheering. It’s definitely a memory I will cherish forever.

Favorite skill to perform? I love jumps and turns equally as much!

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? I think it’s very important for a dancer to be balanced so I had to work extra hard to perfect my left side in general because I am a righty.

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Contemporary

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Contemporary fusion

Stuff you do when not dancing: I love to keep in touch with my family and friends so seeing them is something I do in my down time. I focus on school because education is equally as important. I love to watch shows and movies. I am always up for trying new things too, whether it’s baking, or yoga, anything to keep me busy.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I’d like to give a huge thank you to my aunt, Angela Keating, for being my dance teacher ever since I was 3. She has helped me grow into the dancer I am today and I couldn’t thank her enough. Also a huge thank you to Raise the Barre Dance Company and every dancer who is a part of that team for creating an atmosphere that allowed me to enjoy dance so much. Lastly, thank you to my parents for just being there as my support system through this journey of mine.

Coach notes: Hailey is so talented and athletic! She can do anything she sets her mind to. She has wonderful technique and a positive attitude to match!

ALEC DONALD

Thornton Fractional South Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 10 years

Favorite memory of being on your team? Attending both IDTA and IHSA with my team

Favorite skill to perform? Anything tumbling, leaps, jumps & pirouettes

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Standing front aerial

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? All styles of dance

Stuff you do when not dancing: Play volleyball, alto saxophone & hang out with friends

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My mother and her dance studio – Dancin’ Around Dance Studio

Coach notes: This male dancer is energetic, highly motivated to himself and to his team. His dance talent combined with his tumbling skills surpasses all expectations. He is my captain. He is also a great role model.

JAELYN DONALD

Thornton Fractional South Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 14 years

Favorite memory of being on your team? Friends, going to State, fun bus rides

Favorite skill to perform? Front aerial

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Toe rise

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Jazz

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? All styles

Stuff you do when not dancing: Volleyball and friends

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My mom is my inspiration. I pretty much grew up at a dance studio because my mom is the owner. I’d also like to mention my dad, sisters Sierra and Nia and brother Alec for pushing me to my best dancing ability. Last my Auntie Vipada for being my biggest fan and attending all my performances.

Coach notes: This dancer is a self-motivated dancer, hard worker and shows tremendous dedication to the team. She is also my captain. Overall, she is a great role model.

RACHEL DUNNE

Joliet Central Steelettes Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: 12

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory of being on my team was when we stayed in a hotel for sectionals. I got to know my teammates really well and had a blast team bonding!

Favorite skill to perform? Tilt jumps!

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Second turns

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop or tap

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: I love to sing, play piano, choreograph, and spend time with my family and friends!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My parents, Forté Arts Center, Ms. Brittney, and the rest of my dance teachers throughout the years!

Coach notes: Rachel truly embodies what it means to be a Steelette and student-athlete. She has been a Varsity dancer for the past three years. Rachel is a technical dancer and is always willing to help anyone on the team with choreography and technique. She is leader on and off the dance floor and even choreographed our competition routine this season.

KENNEDY EBNER

Minooka Varsity Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 16

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory of being on the team is achieving 3rd in state twice

Favorite skill to perform? Turns

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? No skill specifically, but higher jumps in general

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Contemporary

Stuff you do when not dancing: School clubs, shopping, and hanging out with friends

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I would like to mention Melissa Wallace, my head coach, for being the most supportive and hardest working coach that I have ever had. She has taught me so much and has become like a second mom to me

Coach notes: Kennedy is possibly the most driven kid I’ve ever coached. She can nail any skill and continues to push herself.

ABBY ELKES

Oak Park-River Forest Drill Team / SR.

Years dancing: 10

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory is qualifying for state my junior year

Favorite skill to perform? A firebird

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? I had to work extra hard to get my headspring

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Pom / hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Lyrical

Stuff you do when not dancing: Sleep!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I would like to thank Coach T and Coach Bryce. Without them I wouldn’t be where I am today.

Coach notes: Abby is an incredibly hard working dancer. This season she really stepped up for her team as a strong leader and role model. Abby doesn’t let any obstacle hold her back and she encourages her teammates to do the same.

DEE ENGMANN

Huntley Raider Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 16

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory of being on the team was our practice before day 2 at state 2019-20. Everyone was so hyped and focused and so ready to compete.

Favorite skill to perform? My favorite skill is an aerial

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? My quad pirouettes

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: Hanging out with my friends, baking, and binging Netflix.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Chrissy Amling, Kristin Maggiore, Alex Reyes

Coach notes: Dee is a captain of the Raiders Dance Team. She is a great teammate and a very kind and compassionate person. Her teammates voted for her as one the kindest, nicest, people on our team. She is loved by us all! She ended up getting injured the beginning of her senior year, but it never stopped her from being there for her team every single day. She always has a smile on her face and is willing to help in any way she can. Dee is extremely dedicated and has really stepped up as a leader. She has accomplished so much during her 4 years on the team including All Conference Athlete. She has made this team what it is today and she has left a lasting mark on our program. She is one of a kind!

GISELLE ESPINOZA-CARRERA

Morton Varsity Poms / SR.

Years dancing: I’ve been dancing for 11 years.

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory of being on the team is playing hide and seek in the dark together because it was a moment where we bonded and had fun being together.

Favorite skill to perform? A favorite skill I love performing is jumps like toe touches, calypsos and open discs.

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? A skill I had to work extra hard to get were my second and changing spot turns.

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? My favorite style to perform is pom because there’s so much you can do with poms…for example, different arms, jumps and turns.

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? My favorite style to watch is hip hop because I love the energy the dancers bring out, and it makes me want to get up and dance with them.

Stuff you do when not dancing: The stuff I do when I’m not dancing is reading a book or watching Netflix, Disney + or using my phone.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I want to mention my three dance coaches, Coach Fernandez, Fronimos and Toledo for having faith in me, helping me become a better dancer and leader, pushing me through to do my best, being there whenever I needed someone to talk to, and for always wanting their dancers to be the best that they can be. I also wanted to mention my friends and my family for being so supportive and cheering me on my dance journey since the very beginning…for giving me confidence whenever I was doubting myself and not giving up on me.

Coach notes: Giselle is a 4-year varsity dancer. She has been captain on varsity for 3 years. I have nothing but good comments about this dancer. She’s an awesome student-athlete all around.

MACKENZIE EWING

Villa Grove Devilettes Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 4

Favorite memory of being on your team? Being able to have a season this year! And being able to spend quality time with them!

Favorite skill to perform? Roundoff backhandspring and any type of head spring

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Roundoff backhandspring

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Pom

Stuff you do when not dancing: I go camping and boating and love to spend time with my family and friends!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My coaches in junior high Alyssa Hudson and Katina Clodfelder and my high school coach Sarah Bouton

Coach notes: Mackenzie has been a dancer for the past 4 years & is always picking those up around her, especially with her sense of humor! She has earned 2 State Championships in JH Hip Hop & is always striving to be her best on & off the floor!

JORDAN EXLINE

Tinley Park Dance Team / SR.

Coach notes: Victoria is one of the captains on the dance team. Even during her sophomore year on the team, I saw her show leadership skills that far surpassed most athletes her age. Victoria has a unique choreography style and is not afraid to speak up when she has questions or concerns both inside and outside of practice.

MAGGIE FELDSTEIN

Stevenson Varsity Patriettes / JR.

Coach notes: Turns, tricks, flexibility and great movement quality and an all around star quality dancer

SAMANTHA FERRARI

Taft Poms / SR.

Years dancing: I’ve been dancing for 14 years.

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory being on my team was when we did a day dance camp at University of Illinois. We all drove down in our coach’s car and spent the whole day hanging out and dancing. It brought us closer together than ever and created one of my favorite memories I’ve ever had.

Favorite skill to perform? My favorite skill to perform are turns.

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? I have been working extra hard to get my turns. They are not perfect and I work hard every day to get them one step closer to being great.

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Lyrical

Stuff you do when not dancing: I like to spend time with my friends and family and watch my favorite tv shows/movies.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I would like to thank Lynnette’s School of Dance. I would also like to thank Lorena Hamzic and Jacquelyn Alunan.

Coach notes: She is also my senior captain. She is quick at learning routines and is able to adapt.

AVERY FEUDO

Naperville Central Varsity Arrowettes Dance Team / SR.

Coach notes: Avery has the most incredible flexibility and gorgeous feet of any dancer I’ve ever coached. She always brings her positivity to every situation.

EMILY FISHER

Belleville East Lancer Dancers / SR.

Years dancing: 8 years

Favorite memory of being on your team? Any time we can just talk and joke around during practice.

Favorite skill to perform? Kicks

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Turns in second

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Lyrical

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: Hang out with friends and family (safely)

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My coach Sarah Pugh and my parents

Coach notes: Emily Fisher serves as one of our team captains for both the competitive and performance dance teams. She has been a member of the Lancer Dancers all four years of high school. Emily has pushed herself during her high school career to grow as a dancer and as a young woman.

IZZY FLORES

Streamwood Sabrettes Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 15

Favorite memory of being on your team? Once we were having a tough practice, the week before sectionals last year. We were sharing gym space with the basketball team, so they were playing their music on the speakers and “Livin’ On a Prayer” by Bon Jovi started playing and for the few minutes that song played, we were just singing and dancing and having a good time. It was such a sweet moment with the team, and a short break from that stressful week. Now, whenever I hear that song I think of my team.

Favorite skill to perform? Any turns!

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Yes! My kip-up and headspring!

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Lyrical

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Either lyrical or hiphop

Stuff you do when not dancing: Hanging out with friends, baking cookies, or just driving around

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Coach Schraft, my parents, and my team. Love you guys!

Coach notes: Izzy is our gracious captain. She leads our team with kindness and positivity. She will never complain that she ‘can’t’ dance a piece of choreo or get to the next formation; she finds a solution to make it work. She is always ready and willing to help teach/review choreo and skills to her teammates with patience, even for parts she does not dance herself. Beyond her talent for dance, she is a teammate that others feel comfortable to communicate with and brings an energy that others want to be around. As a graduating senior her presence will be deeply felt and missed.

BROOKE FORREST

Waubonsie Valley Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: 14

Favorite memory of being on your team? My favorite memory was the moment when they announced we had advanced to the finals. The whole team just stood up and embraced each other–it was such a happy memory.

Favorite skill to perform? Reverse turning spots!

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Front handspring

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Jazz

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Jazz

Stuff you do when not dancing: I love reading and hanging out with friends outside of dance!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Just want to thank all of my coaches and family for always supporting me and helping me achieve everything I’ve done!

Coach notes: Brooke is currently our junior captain and will be the senior captain next year. Brooke has been amazing at choreography and helping other dancers understand counts/movements. She is always willing and ready to lend a helping hand.

KYLIE FORTNER

Chester Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: I have been a member of the CHS Dance Team for three years.

Favorite memory of being on your team? Qualifying for IDTA State my sophomore year.

Favorite skill to perform? Side leaps

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Kip-ups

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Jazz and hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: I spend a lot of time with my family and friends, and I love being outside.

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? My dance coach Adrianne Kern has always been a big inspiration to me and also Krista Miller from The Space TV.

Coach notes: Kylie is a high energy, strong leader, and the positive vibe of this team. Her jump technique is excellent and she is a “let’s try that” dancer. Kylie is a quick learner and has the ability to teach her team whenever needed. Kylie has competed on two competition teams and one State qualifying team. As a junior Kylie is a teammate that our under-classmates look up to.

MADISON FRANKENTHOR

Bartlett Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 15

Favorite memory of being on your team? Freshman year, our team traveled to Orlando, FL to compete in the UDA Nationals. Exploring Disney World and spending time out of state with my teammates was constant fun and filled with memories. The best part of the week was watching the fireworks while the entire team danced at Magic Kingdom!

Favorite skill to perform? Back attitude pirouettes

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? A toe touch

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Pom

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: Drive around with friends and do school work!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Without my coach, I would not be the dancer or person I am today. She helped make me a person who works for what they want, even when it gets tough. She has also showed me that temporary setbacks are just motivation to work harder.

Coach notes: Madison is an exceptional dancer, choreographer and strong leader. She has been on the varsity team all four years and is captain. She was voted MVP by her team members.

ABBY FREDRICKS

Downers Grove South Fillies Dance Team / SR.

Years dancing: 14

Favorite memory of being on your team? Performing at competitions–especially conference since that is against our neighboring schools!

Favorite skill to perform? A la seconde turns

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Leg grab turn

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Contemporary

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Contemporary

Stuff you do when not dancing: Hang out with friends and family!

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? Dawn Jovic, M.T. Altosino, & Ashley Payne.

Coach notes: Abby is one of our other captains this year

LACEY FREY

Grant Varsity Dance Team / JR.

Years dancing: 12

Favorite memory of being on your team? Winning conference and qualifying for state 3 years in a row.

Favorite skill to perform? Stand up headspring

Is there a skill that you had to work extra hard to get? Stand up kip-up

Favorite style of dance to PERFORM? Contemporary or Hip hop

Favorite style of dance to WATCH? Contemporary or Hip hop

Stuff you do when not dancing: Hanging out with friends or sleeping

Any studios, dance teachers, or supporters you’d like to mention that helped you get to where you are today? I would like to thank all of my dance teachers and coaches but Melissa Hayden and Vicki Shifley in particular. They have made me the dancer I am today and I can’t thank them enough!

Coach notes: Lacey breathes dance. She has been a leader from day one. She demonstrates commitment to high expectations of herself and her teammates, but her goofy attitude helps us to have fun through it all. She is a powerhouse performer who owns the floor. We are so glad to have this experience of competition let alone State and that we get her for one more year!

KATRIANA FUHR

Lyons Township Varsity Poms / SR.

Coach notes: Kat has been a member of the varsity poms team for three years and served as captain this season. Her drive and dedication to the team helped motivate the entire team to make the best out of this crazy season, and pushed everyone to do their personal best.