Adame entered the conversation, sharing her sentiments about the historic moment at their school. When discussing her favorite aspect of being a cheerleader, the young participant emphasized her love for dancing. She described the exhilaration of following the movements and connecting with the music through the beat. Kisichy fondly recounted the unforgettable moment when the announcement declared them the winning team, expressing:
“When we were informed that we secured first place, it was an overwhelming rush of emotions. I actually teared up. It was so thrilling.”
Nipper also conveyed her emotions, expressing disbelief at their achievement of the top spot. She explained that while they were committed to giving their best during the performance, the revelation of their victory came as a surprise.
Nipper shared that the moment would be etched in their memories for a lifetime. In an interview with Des Moines Register, the girls reflected on their significant win and the effort invested to reach that point. Despite their routine taking only a few minutes to perform, they dedicated two weeks to rigorous practice.
Kisichy disclosed to the publication that she had no prior cheerleading experience but had to quickly adapt after joining the team. Vera-Nieto also revealed overcoming inhibitions to execute a new routine: the basketball toss. Initially hesitant, she credited the encouragement from her teammates for building her confidence.
The accomplished cheerleaders expressed their hope that their remarkable victory would inspire others to join the team. Kalista emphasized that although trying might be intimidating, it presented a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. She conveyed that with potential, anything was possible
