Cheerleaders to compete for title

Jackson County Comprehensive High School seniors Kaitlin Hill and Elizabeth Hunt have been selected as top 40 finalists for the Georgia Cheerleader of the Year/All-State Squad.

They will perform an individual routine and interview at Columbus State University on August 9 to compete for the title of Georgia Cheerleader of the Year and to be a member of the All-State Squad. Only 16 cheerleaders from the state are selected for the state squad.

Cheerleading coach Derelle McMenomy said she wishes both girls luck and is proud of their grades, community service, and cheering, all of which are part of the selection criteria for the All-State squad.