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Spirit Squad. Off to Nationals

Cheer/Dance Team Sendoff Photo Gallery

hawkeyesports.com

IOWA CITY, Iowa -- It is national championship week for the University of Iowa spirit squads.

The Hawkeyes compete at the Universal Cheer Association and Universal Dance Association College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championships from Jan. 15-17 in Orlando. The dance team will compete in jazz and pom competitions, while the cheerleaders will compete in the cheer competition.

"Everyone is excited," said senior Lexie Strom, a four-year member of the dance team. "We've been working hard for this.