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Cheer stunts everywhere but the bench
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Every day after school, the Newbury Park High School [NPHS] cheerleading team is in the Girls’ Activity Room, perfecting the routines that the student body knows and loves from their performances. Behind the scenes, the captains of the varsity team work hard with the group to build a strong connection, one that is required…
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Stunt cheer jumps into a new season
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As stunt cheer jumps into a new season, the excitement rises for the competitions ahead. With a limited number of people on the mat at a time, stunt cheer pushes athletes to compete for playing time and positions. Madison Klien, senior, is one of the three captains of the team and has been doing…
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STUNT cheer becomes NCAA sport
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On Jan. 14, the National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) recognized STUNT cheer as an official NCAA sport. Starting Aug. 1, 2023, STUNT cheerleaders will be eligible for scholarships and financial aid. Bre Gonzalez, head coach of the NPHS STUNT team, explained what makes STUNT a sport to her. “Both [teams are] going up [against each…
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STUNT cheer flies into their season
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After a long and hard year, the STUNT cheerleaders are overjoyed to be returning to in-person practice, with their first practice being held on March 15. Different from spirit cheer, STUNT cheer focuses on perfecting routines that showcase cheerleader’s skills through pyramids, tosses and intricate flips. Currently, no games or competitions have been scheduled…
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New sports spring into season
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As the weather turns warmer and AP tests get closer, new sports are coming into season. These athletes have begun training for this year’s season, and they are ready to take on the competition. Read on to see what STUNT, boys’ swim, girls’ lacrosse, boys’ tennis, softball and girls’ sand volleyball are up to…
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STUNT flips into season
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Despite being a relatively new sport at NPHS, having been established only three years ago, STUNT has already found success, earning the title of Marmonte League Champions last spring. This year, STUNT is establishing a team for the upcoming season. Tryouts for the team took place on Jan. 7, 9 and 10. Although STUNT…
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Girls of STUNT flip their way to success
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The sun beams on the girls as they run through their routine, every move perfected. There is no room for error. Optimism and excitement electrify the air. The team exchanges glances, knowing that everyone is here to win. This new and growing all-girl, varsity sport called STUNT is a form of competitive cheer and…