Amara's first hip hop comp

So after months and MONTHS of practice and literally blood, sweat and tears, January brought Amara's first Hip Hop comp.  She was so excited to break out all her makeup and hair supplies and get ready for the big event. She loves this "tough" pic she took right after getting ready to head out!

Coach Tay was SO proud of her and she just adores him. He is great with the kids and really got them excited to perform. All the grandparents came as well as Carolyn, so we had a great little cheer section for her and the lights stayed on, so the kids could really see us all.

The kids watched another team from OSU perform right before they went on, but I could tell Amara was paying attention.

When the music started, she turned on her attitude and really pulled out all the stops. I was so impressed and excited for her--I could see she was really enjoying herself!

The routine was over so quickly--but a ton of the CCS girls stuck around to watch. Amara got to come up and sit with all the grandparents who came too and little sister who couldn't wait to see her big sister "star."

The team took 2nd overall. Each of them got medals, which made Amara's day, and after the flowers were passed out, we headed home.  It was a great first experience of the season for her and with only 4 more comps, i'm sure she will be even more excited for the rest of the season now.