South Carolina cheerleaders shine at 2024 state championship [Video]

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Cheerleaders across the Midlands competed at the 2024 competitive cheer state championship, showing off their athletic skills and pom-poms at the Colonial Life Arena.

The girls put on a show for the ultimate test and the trophy.

Senior Ava Kendrick recalls the hard work of preparing for her performance.

“I feel really good a lot less stressed I mean that was my last time competing in there and the energy was amazing, that was the biggest arena we could be in all seasons,” she said.

After three successful years cheering for Mayriver High School, Kendrick said the routine they prepared for has been in action since May and takes more work than people realize.

“It takes a lot of athleticism, although our performance is only 2 [minutes] …