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.”

Pretty as a Christmas Card. The Baltimore Blast Cheerleaders in their holiday uniforms last Saturday.

Blast Cheerleader Director Elizabeth “Liz” Guaraldo and four members of her squad.

A couple of Blast Cheerleaders who are on the disabled list.

With the Chick-fil-A cow.

Former Blast Cheerleader Margaret

[Baltimore Blast Cheerleaders Gallery]

The Milwaukee Wave Professional Indoor Soccer team announces auditions for the 2010-2011 Dance Team.

Auditions will be held Wednesday, October 20 at the US Cellular Arena. Registration will begin at 5:30 pm with auditions beginning at 6:00 pm. Fifteen women will be selected for this professional, high-energy, technical dance team. They will dance at every home game and represent the Wave at select community appearances.

Auditionees are encouraged to wear a fitted tank top and dance pants or shorts with comfortable dance shoes. Dancers must be 18 as of December 1, 2010. Dancers will complete an application and have a headshot taken upon arrival on audition night. Please email info@wiprodance.com for more information.

Location:

Steppin’ Out – The Studio
750 NW Main Street
Lee’s Summit, MO 64086

Prep Classes: (must attend one)

Sunday October 10 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Thursday October 14 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Semi Finals:

When: October 19, 2010
Time: Registration begins at 6:00 PM
Auditions begin at 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age by October 19, 2010
Must be able to attend all practices
Must be able to attend ALL home games and possible post-season games
Available for promotions/appearances
Complete a 2010-2011 Galaxy Girl Packet
Bring a 4×6 or 5×7 headshot (not to be returned) & proof of age (Driver’s License, Passport, etc.)
Tryout Fee ($25)
*** There are no height or weight requirements; however judges will be looking for candidates who are physically fit and proportionate in their height and weight.

Attire:
Half Top/Sports Bra (red, blue, black or
white)
Briefs/Hot Shorts (red, blue, black or white)
Sheer Tights/Hose
Dance Shoes (sneakers or jazz)
Performance Ready Hair & Makeup
No Jewelry or Visible Tattoos

[Galaxy Girl Audition Info]

Auditions for the 2010-11 Baltimore Blast Cheerleaders took place this past Sunday at Du Burns Arena. A total of forty-five hopefuls turned out for a chance to make the team

Teaching the choreography was Blast Cheerleader Director Elizabeth “Liz” Guaraldo. This will be Liz’s fourth season in charge.

Helping out with the judging were some Blast Cheerleaders Alumni. From left to right are: Amanda ,who went on to the cheer for the Philadelphia Eagles; Alicia, who was a Blast Cheerleader Captain; Keishawna, who is now a Baltimore Ravens Cheerleader, and Michelle, who is now a Washington Wizard Girl.

Whitney learns the routine

Jane was in the US Navy for seven years.

Amanda is double majoring in Biology and Psychology (with a minor in Math!) at UMBC. She’s planning on going to medical school next year.

[Blast Cheerleader Auditions Gallery]

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Last Thursday, Temple University was the site of the 2010-11 Philadelphia KiXX Dance Team Auditions

Jillian Gonzales (center) is back for her third season as Director of the KiXX Dance Team. She was assisted at auditions by Kirstyn (left, former KiXX and Sixers Dancer) and Jessica (former Grizzlies and Sixers Dancer).

Veteran Wendy was a redhead last season.
Continue reading KiXX Dance Team Auditions

I was a remiss in noting that Melissa, a member of the 2009-10 Philadelphia KiXX Dance Team, just made the 2010-11 Sixers Dance Team. Congratulations, Melissa!

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After a long night of auditions at Temple University’s Liacouras Center, twenty dancers were selected as finalists for the 2010-11 Philadelphia KiXX Dance Team. Up next: Personal interviews with Dance Team Director Jillian Gonzales. Congratulations to all and best of luck!