Sports
'Spirit Squad' Shines At Plainfield South
The squad joins students with special needs and the Plainfield South varsity cheerleading squad.
PLAINFIELD, IL — Plainfield South High School art teacher and cheerleading coach Brooke Twohill created the Spirit Squad in 2016. This year’s squad has 12 girls and 1 boy.
The members are students with special needs or are in the Secondary Community Occupational Real-Life Education program at Plainfield South or Plainfield East high schools.
Plainfield South varsity cheerleaders help the Spirit Squad learn routines and perform during home sporting events.
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Twohill said both groups of students benefit greatly from the squad.
The varsity cheerleaders gain some insight into different learning styles and serve as positive role models for their peers.
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The squad members become more confident and get a chance to express themselves on a stage they never thought possible.
Watch the Spirit Squad in action:
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