The AHS wrestling cheerleaders won the Spirit Award at the annual John J. Wrestling Tournament on Jan. 19th- Jan 20th. The award itself is measured based on the cheerleaders’ spirit and sportsmanship. The award is voted on by other schools. Receiving the Spirit Award is especially impressive for the squad as the team has only three cheerleaders: Gabby Porter, Amaurie McCullough, and Mary McCurdy, who has been injured. Julie Phippen is the head coach of the squad and Kayla Mendenall is the assistant coach. Despite the squad’s small numbers, they always bring a multitude of spirit and support to our Trojan wrestlers.
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AHS wrestling cheerleaders receive award.
January 23, 2024
Head Cheer Coach Julie Phippen, Cheerleaders Gabby Porter and Amaurie McCullough, and Assistant Coach Kayla Mendenhall pose with the trophy. They won the spirit award at the John J. Wrestling Tournament.
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Claire Pellett, AHS Needle Lead Editor
Claire Pellett is a senior at AHS this year. Pellett’s role in journalism is an AHSneedle.com lead editor. One of her favorite memories from last year was “helping out the broadcasting kids.” She also enjoys First Fridays, the monthly celebration with all of the journalism teams. While in journalism, Pellett has won Best of SNO for her Ryan Hawkings story and is also involved in Quill and Scroll, the journalism honor society. Pellett said, “My favorite part about journalism is the independence that you earn over the years and the growth that comes with the experience.” Pellett is “excited to see the changes that we can make to the website this year and hopefully cover all the activities here at AHS.” Other school activities she is involved in include sports, AHS fuel, NHS, senior class officer, and FFA. Outside school, she is involved in the 4-H Youth Council, IGHSAU SAAC, and dance. In her free time, Pellett likes to spend time with her friends, family, and dogs. She also enjoys baking, reading, and being outside. Pellett is looking forward to participating in all of the senior activities this year.
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