Thursday, September 16, 2010

Captain of the MHS Cheer Squad Receives Award

Courtney Larkin, along with 13 of her teammates from Marianna High School recently attended an NCA Summer Camp. The camp was held at the University of Florida with over 150 cheerleaders in attendance from the surrounding states. Founded in 1948 by L.R. Herkimer, NCA host camps, championships and events for 150,000 cheerleaders and dancers each year.

As a part of the 4 day camp curriculum, the National Cheerleaders Association selects award winners at each of the over 1,000 camps it administers around the world each summer. Awards are given for individual and team accomplishments. Courtney Larkin, the MHS Varsity Captain, received the “Excellence in Leadership” Award. This is awarded to the captain that displays the strongest leadership during “Captain’s Classes” and camp. Courtney’s team, and coach Christi Shelfer are extremely proud of her.

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