“I’m really excited,” said Sullivan. “I had a really fun time last year.” In May, she attended try-outs for her school’s cheerleading squad, but did not make the team. However, she said she is looking forward to coming back to Portland to cheer with the Raiders in a …
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Athlete of the Week: Jillie Wray – Sentinel-Standard
Saranac senior Jillie Wray has been a four-year member of the Redskin cheer squad and is this week’s Ionia County Athlete of the Week. By Andrew Roberts Jillie Wray, 17, daughter of Scott Wray and Pati Adema-Wray, is this week’s Athlete of the Week.
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Year in Review: My favorite stories of 2011: Karin Armbruster – Sentinel-Standard
Julia, 16, who was born without legs and with arms that end at her elbows, was invited to Portland High School to cheer by Portland High School Varsity Cheer Coach, Linda Fox, after Fox had heard Julia was not allowed to be on the cheerleading squad at …
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Sullivan becomes honorary Portland Raider for homecoming celebration – Sentinel-Standard
Julia, who was born without legs and with arms that end at her elbows, was invited to Portland High School to cheer by Portland High School Varsity Cheer Coach, Linda Fox, after Fox had heard Julia was not allowed to be on the cheerleading squad at her …
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Portland cheerleaders open their hearts to Nebraska teen – Sentinel-Standard
We appreciate them all for opening their arms to us,” Carolyn said. Julia said she will try out for her high school’s cheerleading team again next year, and added there are now exceptions in place for students with disabilities.
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Rising to the challenge – Sentinel-Standard
Although resources were slim, Braun managed to provide a uniform for each girl and give both squads a place to cheer at each game. …
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