Mavs cheer qualifies for state competition
Mavericks Head Coach Mike Carlile, front, guides her team through a routine they have been working on during practice. The Mavericks are the defending state champions eight years in a row and have an opportunity to go for nine straight.
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The Mavericks Assistant Coach Toby Black, back row, helps cheerleaders work through a stunt. The Mavericks routine incorporates several stunts and movements, including props like flags and signs to encourage crowd engagement.
A group of Mavericks cheerleaders work on their stunts at practice. Head Coach Mikey Carlile said their competition season started late because they were supporting the football team during the postseason.
A Mavericks cheerleader waves a ‘M’ flag that helps spell out ‘Mavs’ during their game day routine.
MOSES LAKE — The Mavericks cheer team has qualified for state competition after scoring in the 80s at a competition at Hanford High School on Dec. 5. Since they have qualified, they will have a chance to compete for their ninth straight co-ed championship.
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