St. John’s dance team wins first National Title

Photo: Christine McCartonThe Johnnies danced their way to a National Championship at the two-day competition on Jan. 16 and 17. The team competed against tough Division I teams from across the country. In previous years, they have placed second, third, fourth and fifth. This was their first championship win in program history at the UCA and UDA College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship. Previously, they had received second place in 2011 but transcended this when they took first place in the Hip-Hop category this year.

Since July, the dance team has been tirelessly working to perfect their routine. There are six seniors on the team who were able to guide the younger members of…