Hearts Competitive Cheer Squad Headed for State

The Effingham Hearts Competitive Cheerleading squad captured first place Sunday at the Alton Invitational ICCA competition and qualified for State.

(THE SQUAD IN ACTION SUNDAY IN ALTON)

Squad members are Madilynn Stortzum, Hope Monnet, Zoe Hodge, Riley Arend, Ella Harmon, Mycha Donaldson, Madi Griffy, Anna Sigg, Savannah Morrissey, Bella Kronewitter, Regan Hopper, Logann Mayfield, Kaylee Thompson, Kyle Thompson, Gabbi Kreke, Hallee Lewis, Aila Woomer and Maddie Rieman.

The squad is coached by Dana Koester, Ashley Kreke and Lisa Sigg.

The ICCA State Championships will take place January 11 in Springfield.