Local High School cheerleader performs in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade
Jan. 5—GOOSE LAKE — Northeast High School is proud to announce that its cheerleading member, Natalie Wood has represented Varsity Spirit, the global leader in cheerleading, dance team and band apparel, camps and competitions, and a division of Varsity Brands, the market leader in team sports, school spirit and achievement recognition, in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in Honolulu, HI from December 4-9, 2023.
Cheerleaders and dancers who are invited to perform in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade are part of a select group of All-Americans identified at Varsity Spirit summer camps across the country. All-Americans are based on superior cheerleading or dance skills as well as leadership skills at camps operated by Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA), Universal Dance Association (UDA), National Cheerleaders Association (NCA), National Dance Alliance (NDA), United Spirit Association (USA) or Urban Cheerleading Experience (UCE). Northeast Cheerleaders attended UCA in Coralville, IA last July. Natalie was one of 2 Northeast Cheerleaders selected as an All-American. Only the top 12% of the cheerleaders and dancers from Varsity Spirit camps earn the chance to participate in a performance of this caliber.
"We are thrilled that these excellent athletes will have the chance to perform and experience our Special Events in Honolulu, HI," said Bill Seely, President of Varsity Spirit.
Natalie Wood performed with Varsity Spirit All-Americans in the parade before thousands of fans lining the streets of Waikiki Beach. This trip marks the 82nd Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. The parade theme was "remembering the past and celebrating our future." We honor our veterans and their families while recognizing that once bitter enemies can become loyal friends and allies.
Besides being able to perform for true national heroes, athletes had the opportunity to meet cheerleaders and dancers from across that nation and enjoy a traditional Hawaiian luau and a memorable trip to the Pearl Harbor Memorial and the USS Missouri Battleship.
