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The Southwood Middle School Dance Team competed at one of the nation’s most prestigious dance competitions, the National Dance Team Championship, and finished in first place.
The National Dance Team Championship is produced by the Universal Dance Association (UDA), a division of 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.
The National Dance Team Championship, held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at The Walt Disney World Resort, Feb. 4-6, is the pinnacle of dance team competitions for high school and all-star dancers across the country. All teams invited to perform at the championship qualified at a Varsity Spirit Camp 2021. School teams were credentialed in dance safety and leadership training, endorsed by the National Federation of High School Sports (NFHS), as well as in the areas of ambassadorship, athleticism, performance, role modeling and spirit raising.
Teams performed in an exclusive performance at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in the HP Field House, Visa Athletic Center or The AdventHealth Arena — the first ever building dedicated to exclusively hosting cheer and dance events.
“Each year, teams from across the country come together at the UDA National Dance Team Championship to showcase their skills and represent their schools and programs,” said Bill Seely, president of Varsity Spirit. “These athletes have spent hundreds of hours raising spirit on their campuses, entertaining their crowds at games and performances. We are thrilled to be able to produce a world-class event where we can highlight their incredible talents and reward them for their contributions to their schools and communities.”
The National Dance Team Championship was the first of its kind in 1983, created to reward dancers for their hard work and talent, and to create a venue in which they could be recognized for their talents and abilities. This championship has been featured on ESPN since 1983 and Varsity Spirit is one of ESPN’s longest-running collaborators. Varsity Spirit partnered with the Walt Disney World® Resort in 1995 and has been creating unforgettable National Championship experiences ever since.
“Trust the process, enjoy the journey and seize the moment always. Hard work pays off and always have faith in yourself. Be positive and spread kindness,” said Hilda Jimenez, coach of the dance team.
For more information about Varsity Spirit or Varsity Brands, visit varsity.com or varsitybrands.com.
