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Arkansas Cheerleader Overcomes Physical Challenge and Thrives – OzarksFirst.com

I’ve yet to see her have a bad day,” says University of Arkansas Spirit Squad Director Jean Nail. Patience Beard was born to be a cheerleader. As you watch her stunt on the sidelines, you would never guess she’s any different from her teammates. “I do have …
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Mo. high school grad thrives despite Down syndrome – The Rolla Daily News

Those traits were evident in high school, when she was picked for the cheerleading squad, enduring hard work at many hours of practice to learn cheers and stunts. “She caught on quick, though. Barbara is, like, so spirited, and so eager to learn,” said …
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