From HarrisburgStampede.com

Keri on the right

Current Adviser to York’s Northeastern High; Danced for Philadelphia Kixx
Harrisburg Stampede Dance Coordinator Keri Wright’s dancing journey started when she was just seven and has taken her on a path through gyms and studios, college dance teams and squads in the professional ranks, coaching other dancers, and now she will take the field as a professional coordinator for the Stampede.

This Williamsport, Pennsylvania native and current co-advisor for Northeastern High School in York is motivated to shape the Stampede Dance Team for 2011 and take her dancing odyssey on yet another path, “I’m excited to get back into dancing. I’ve really missed it since I’ve moved here. Being on a team is really something special and I can’t wait to be a part of one again.”

After starting dancing at a young age, Keri says her passion for this fine art really kicked in just before high school. “[I’ve] been dancing since I was seven but really started getting more into it around 14; right before high school. I’ve always enjoyed dancing and once I wasn’t dancing all the time, I made myself find places to do it whether going to a class at the gym or teaching adult classes in the area.”

Although her high school, Loyalsock Township High School in Williamsport did not have a dance team Keri found Turning Pointe Dance Studio. From there she danced for four years with the Kutztown University Dance Team and then for two seasons with the Philadelphia Kixx of the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL).
She also has coached at Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School of Plymouth Meeting, PA for two years before moving to Harrisburg and is currently the co-adviser for the at Northeastern High School in York.

Keri’s molding of the 2011 Harrisburg Stampede Dance Team starts on February 12th when she will conduct auditions. The auditions will take place from 1:00 PM through 5:00 PM at Gold’s Gym, located at 4251 Chambers Hill Road in Harrisburg. Gold’s Gym is the “Official” Health Club of the entire Stampede organization, including the players, dancers, coaches and front office staff.

There is a $40 registration fee for all Stampede Dance Team audition participants and Dance Team hopefuls must be 21 years of age and dress appropriately for a hard day of dancing and choreography.

One of Keri’s favorite quotes, from the movie Invincible displays her attitude toward life, an attitude she will surely pass on to the Stampede Dance Team, “Dreams are not lived on the sidelines.”

The Harrisburg Stampede is proud to announce their new Dance Team Coordinator Keri Wright. Keri enthusiastically jumped into her first official duty as coordinator by announcing the Stampede’s Dance Team auditions.

The auditions will take place at Gold’s Gym, located at 4251 Chambers Hill Road in Harrisburg. Gold’s Gym is the “Official” Health Club of the entire Stampede organization, including the players, dancers, coaches and front office staff. The audition will be held on Saturday, February 12, 2011 from 1:00 PM through 5:00 PM.

Dance Team hopefuls must be 21 years of age and dress appropriately for a hard day of dancing and choreography. Bring your smile, bring your personality, but most of all bring your dance!

Do you have what it takes to be a part of this high energy, community minded team? We look forward to seeing all of you on February 12th. The girls will be working hard and fast to be ready for the Stampede’s 4:00 PM home opener on Sunday, March 20th. There is a $40 registration fee for all Stampede Dance Team audition participants.

Keri brings a wealth of experience to the Stampede both as a dancer and dance coach. Prior to being a part of the Harrisburg Stampede, Keri was a member of the Philadelphia KiXX Dance Team and she was a member, for four years, of the Kutztown University Dance Team. She has also coached and co-advised two high school dance teams. Keri plans to bring a fresh new spunk on the field and in the community with the Harrisburg Stampede Dance Team.

Keri (right) in 2007 at the KiXX Dance Team Unveiling Party

[Harrisburg Stampede Dance Team]

Auditions for the 2009-2010 season will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2009!

If you have a passion for the Harrisburg Stampede, dance, the community, and football, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! The Spirit Dance Team will be the hottest dance team in Central Pennsylvania! Currently going into their 2nd season in 2009-2010, team members will perform at all home Harrisburg Stampede Games and appear at events in and outside of Central Pennsylvania.

Open Call Audition – Saturday, October 3, 2009 – Registration at 9am:
• Audition is closed to the public, family, and friends.
• Must be 18 yrs of age or older (high school diploma or equiv)
• All participants must be prepared to stay as late as 12pm (no exceptions)
• You will not need to prepare your own performance routine.
• We recommend that you bring snacks, a water bottle, a towel, and items to freshen up.
• Participants will be judged on appearance, fitness, dance ability, style,
strength and completion of movement, energy, projection, and potential.

What we’re looking for:
• Showmanship, personality, energy, and enthusiasm!
• Professionalism and maturity
• Dancers who are well spoken and can represent the Harrisburg Stampede in a professional manner at all times
• Dance technique and style
• Ability to pick up dance choreography quickly
• Consistent positive attitude
• Strong teamwork skills
• Physical fitness and personal appearance
• Ability and desire to commit for ONE FULL YEAR
• A maximum of 16-20 team members for the 2009-20010 season
Attire:
• Dance or athletic half-top (stomach must be showing)
• Hot pants, dance trunks, or shorts (no full or capri length pants)
• Dance sneakers, tennis shoes, or jazz shoes with non-marking soles

AUDITION INFORMATION:
When: Saturday, October 3, 2009 (9am.— 12pm)
Where: Nee Danse Company, 2040 Derry Street, Harrisburg, PA
Time Registration & Stretching— 9-9:30am
Tryouts begin— 9:30am
Note: Will learn a 60-90 second cheer/dance routine
Must bring registration forms, copy of ID, recent full-length or headshot photo.
For more information please email: stampedespirit@harrisburgstampede.com

[Harrisburg Stampede Spirit Cheer/Dance Team Auditions]

Mid-Atlantic Dave was at the Farm Show Arena in Harrisburg, PA for the Harrisburg Stampede – Erie River Rats game on May 30th. He sent us these photos of the Stampede Dance Team.

Harrisburg Stampede Dance Team

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