Jena Native Member of ULM National Champion Cheerleaders - The Jena Times

The ULM Cheerleading team won the National Championship in their division April 10-12 in Orlando, FL. Jena High School graduate Elizabeth “Lizzy” Ivey, shown back row, second from left, is part of the team.

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Jena Native Member of ULM National Champion Cheerleaders

The University of Louisiana Monroe Cheerleading team has claimed its 6th National Championship, taking home first place in the Small Co-Ed Traditional division at the College Classic Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, FL., from April 10-12. Members of the team also competed in the All-Girl Group Stunt Competition.

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