Aug. 30, 2005

This past August, the Penn State Lionettes held a pre-camp in State College for a few days, and then attended the National Dance Alliance (NDA) camp in Myrtle Beach. The team learned several routines at camp, as well as a preliminary competition routine. The Lionettes competed with this dance at camp, and earned second place among the other Division I teams in attendance. The Lionettes were also voted the "Most Collegiate Team" by other participating dance teams, and received the "Teamwork Award," from the NDA staff. The awards were based on teamwork, spirit, friendliness, and the all-around talent that was displayed throughout the week.

Danielle Mimnaugh, senior captain of the dance team, Gina Oliva, a junior, and Sydney Klein, a freshman, voluntarily competed for the title of "All-American". Each team member was required to do a sequence of five leaps and a combination of turns, which were judged on technique and presentation. In addition, the girls competing were taught a short routine in a matter of fifteen minutes that was performed in front of the judges. Not only did these three girls do a wonderful job in representing the team, but they made the Lionettes extremely proud when Danielle, Gina, and Sydney were among the girls to be named "All-American" dancers at the entire camp!