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What a week it has been for Nipmuc sports as we prepare for a weekend of state championship competition. On Sunday afternoon the Nipmuc cheerleading team will compete at Lowell High School in the state championships. The team has enjoyed awesome success this year, qualifying for states after last Sunday's performance in the regional competition at Shepherd Hill High School.
As we get ready for the competition, I had the chance to meet with the captains of the team - seniors Lauren Comfort, Alyssa Imparato, and Madison Polay - to hear about the team and their excitement for this weekend's state championships.
Included below are questions and answers from my interview with the captains:
Madison Polay
Q: What has been the most memorable part of your season?
A: For us, the most memorable part of the season was when they announced Nipmuc was 3rd place and we were moving on to States. At the beginning of the season, this was our main goal. At Regionals competing against many great teams, we were shocked and thrilled when they announced our name. For the seniors, it was the highlight of our cheerleading careers. We have come together as a team and have worked so hard; competing at States will truly be an honor for us.
A: For us, the most memorable part of the season was when they announced Nipmuc was 3rd place and we were moving on to States. At the beginning of the season, this was our main goal. At Regionals competing against many great teams, we were shocked and thrilled when they announced our name. For the seniors, it was the highlight of our cheerleading careers. We have come together as a team and have worked so hard; competing at States will truly be an honor for us.
Lauren ComfortQ: What makes this team so successful?
A: From day one this team has been special in my eyes. Being a captain, I have discovered everyone's special qualities that they contribute to this team every day at practice. Through showing pride for our school, support for each other, and believing in our goal - this has made us successful. There is so much talent within each of us as we progressed from August until now. We would not have been able to succeed without the support and dedication from our coaches and fans. What makes our team successful is held within our hearts, as every performance is driven by our passion and love for cheerleading.
Alyssa Imparato
Q: Beyond making it to the state championships, what are some of your team's greatest accomplishments?
A: Some of our team's greatest accomplishments besides making it to States was truly becoming a team. In the beginning of the year we all had our cliques and as the season went on and competitions passed, our team grew to be like sisters rather than just teammates. Also, we realized at the mid-point of our season that we had the talent to make it to States. Our attitudes changed from negative to positive and we became 100% dedicated to achieving our team goal.
Thank you, captains, and good luck, Warriors!
Please be aware that a parent-chaperoned fan bus has been organized for students and parents who would like to support our team. The bus will leave Nipmuc at 2pm on Sunday and return to Nipmuc at approximately 6:30pm. The charge to take the bus is $5. The bus may be a good option for parents as well, as there is a $10 charge for parking at Lowell High School. The sign-up form for the bus is located in the main office at Nipmuc. The sign-up form will be available until the end of the day on Friday. We hope to have a great group of fans supporting our cheerleaders!
Included below you will find the performance from last Sunday's Regional Championships:
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