NHS Champion Cheerleaders Visit State House

Press Release by Senator Rush's Office

The state champion Norwood High School cheerleaders were the honored guests of Representative John Rogers and State Senator Mike Rush at the State House last Wednesday. Upon arrival at the state’s capitol building the team entered the House Chamber during the state’s budget deliberations. They had the special honor of having a team photo taken at the rostrum and performed a brief routine on the House floor. Representative Rogers addressed the House membership and introduced the championship team and their coaches as not only state champions, but 25th in the nation and 9th in the world. The team received thunderous applause from the body of elected officials. Afterwards, Representative Rogers presented each athlete and coach with a personalized House of Representative Citation.

“Once again, Norwood is on the map of great places, this time due to the efforts and talents of this outstanding cheerleading team,” Rogers said. “We know we’ll see you back next year!” he said.

“I want to thank Rep. Rogers for hosting the State Champion Norwood High School Cheerleaders at the State House,” said Rush. “It was a wonderful opportunity to honor and congratulate the Norwood High cheerleaders and coaches on their great accomplishment.”