The Dordt cheer team finished fifth at the GPAC Championship with a 77.66 final total on Friday, March 6 at the event hosted by Northwestern in Orange City, Iowa.

Final Results (PDF)

Dordt posted a 78.98 in the prelim and a 77.22 in the finals and finished behind Mount Marty with a 78.86. Dordt held fifth after the prelims and held the spot after the finals.

Northwestern won the team title with an 89.55 total, nipping Midland for the team title.

Coach Mel Knobloch said: "?I couldn't be more proud of this team and the heart they showed tonight at the GPAC cheer competition. Watching them deliver two incredibly strong performances was a highlight of our year, but seeing them hit their best performance of the entire season during prelims was something truly special. They walked off that mat with their highest scores of the year, and it's a direct reflection of the relentless work they've put in. Adding to the excitement of the night, I am thrilled to celebrate Raya Zevenbergen and Juliet Campbell for receiving First-Team All- Conference honors. Seeing their individual talent and hard work recognized at this level is such a testament to the greatness they bring to this team every single day. I am also filled with so much gratitude for our seniors. Their leadership and dedication have been the backbone of this program, and watching them lead the team to two strong performances tonight was the perfect tribute to their hard work. It's been an honor to coach them, and I'm so proud that they are finishing this chapter on such a high note!"