Words cannot describe the elation we all felt when we found out that Maddi and her Utah Valley University dance team was selected to represent the USA at the ICU World Championship Jazz Dance Division. What an honor to be chosen, and upon their very first year ever entering Nationals and winning for the first time in January. They danced head to head, or should I say toe to toe, against some amazing talent from all over the world including countries Japan, China, New Zealand, etc. The kids and I got up and got ready for school early to cheer her on before heading off to school. I was a ball of nerves just watching the live feed on our home computer. What I wouldn't have given to be there in person to cheer her on. And the results? GOLD!!! Their performance was nothing short of amazing! The time and energy these girls put into this routine I am sure are almost immeasurable and boy did it pay off...a GOLD MEDAL!!! Needless to say we are so proud of Maddi and this unbelievable accomplishment. I am sure she is still pinching herself. Seriously, just sit back and think of it for a minute...one of our own, a Gold Medalist!
And an article link to their spot in the NEWS!
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