Cheer Nationals

By: Laura Segura 

The Pueblo County High School varsity cheerleading team has earned a spot at the prestigious national competition set to take place in Orlando, Florida, at the ESPN Complex. Here, they compete against the top cheer teams from all over the country. The hornets prepared to showcase their excellent skills and team spirit on February 9. 

This event marks many months of hard work and dedication as the Hornets bring their energy and excitement to a national stage. February 6, 2025, the sixteen-member cheer squad boarded a plane in Denver, Colorado, and headed to Florida. 

Erianna Arellano, junior, explains, "The hardest part of preparing for this competition is probably mentally and physically preparing yourself as well as teammates to work the hardest we ever have to achieve our goals and to put out an amazing performance.”
The Hornet’s journey to nationals demonstrates their commitment and passion for the sport. Throughout the year, the team has worked tirelessly to perfect their routines and show their spirit for the school. 
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Sophia Martinez, senior, said, "Through cheerleading, I have learned I am capable of being a role model and leader for my team." 
The Hornet's determination paid off as they placed fourteenth in the nation, an accomplishment for a team that has spent the past year working to perfect their performances and push their limits.