The second annual Dancing with the Poms (DWTP) is back at Brunswick High School! Fifteen Poms dancers have all partnered with Brunswick High School (BHS) athletes from a variety of sports to compete in a Dancing with the Stars style competition. This highly anticipated competition will take place February 24th at 7pm in the BHS auditorium.
Purchase your tickets online or at the door!
The first annual Dancing with the Poms in 2023 was a hit! Not only was it a great fundraiser and a friendly competition but it is a perfect way for dancers and athletes to support each other.
These athletes were given the opportunity to learn choreography and perform it on a stage in front of hundreds of people, a unique growing experience many typical athletes do not get the privilege to have and perform. Not only does it create a new category of skills like remembering choreography and moving your body but it has created irreplaceable memories. Dancing with the Poms has shown that high school students really do care to support the other, athletics, and Brunswick—as a community. This competition has only grown since last year with higher athlete participation—specifically male athletes!
The competition last year was fierce! Poms captain Jenna Dick took home the win with her partner, Brielle Simpson.
Phoebe Carpenter and Melissa got second place also earning the people’s choice award.
Lastly, Nataline Birney and partner Atiya Jackson received third place.
Join us on February 24, in the BHS auditorium at 7pm to see who takes home these trophies this year!
Not only will this event feature a tough competition, but there will be exhibition pieces performed by Poms members, themed baskets to purchase, concessions to support BHS Safe and Sane, and live audience voting for the coveted—”People’s Choice Award.” Revealed below are the 2024 Dancing with the Poms judges and contestants:
We are excited to announce our six DWTP judges: three returning and three brand new judges! Principal Chris Berry, Mayor of Brunswick Nathan Brown, BHS teacher and past dancer Kelly Volkert, BHS teacher and Dance-Dad Jerry Smith, BHS Special Education Instructional Assistant and past dancer Monique Aguirre, and BHS assistant cheer coach, Jesse Duvall.
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Patryk McLane & Ava Stiglicz (Ava Stiglicz)Ava Stiglicz & Patryk McLanePoms senior, co-captain, and competitive dancer Ava Stiglicz will be returning with partner Patryk McLane. Patryk is also a senior at Brunswick and plays football. He is excited to be back as a DWTP contestant for a second year!
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Annabelle Caruso & Clare Porcella (Kelli Dick)Clare Porcella & Annabelle CarusoJunior, Clare Porcella, is partnered with senior, Annabelle Caruso. Annabelle plays soccer and swims. Clare hosted the 2023 competition but is ready to hit the stage with her partner in 2024.
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Chanta Naylor & Ava Young took home the third place trophy! (Kelli Dick)Ava Young & Chanta NaylorSeniors and Winter cheer captains Ava Young and Chanda Naylor have paired up this year to take on the competition. Along with cheer, Ava is also a '23/'24 winter Poms member!
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Taylor Fry & Jacob Genos (Kelli Dick)Taylor Fry & Jacob GenosBHS Poms captian and competitive dancer Taylor Fry had partnered with athlete Jacob Genos as a strong duo. Jacob plays football and basketball. These two juniors are ready to dominate this competition!
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Alexia Cornwell & Lily Hall (Kelli Dick)Alexia Cornwell & Lily HallThis freshman duo is excited to take on the competition in a few weeks! Poms member Alexia Cornwell has paired up with four sport athlete Lily Hall. Lily plays flag football, volleyball, lacrosse, and cheers for Brunswick.
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Lana Konieczny & Reese Fitch (Kelli Dick)Lana Konieczny & Reese FitchJunior, Lana, has partnered with senior, Reese, for the 2024 competition. Lacrosse player, Reese, was supposed to compete in 2023, but couldn't due to a sports conflict, so he is excited to take on the stage this year!
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Melissa Charbonneau & Phoebe Carpenter (Kelli DIck)Phoebe Carpenter & Melissa CharbonneauSophomore duo, Phoebe and Melissa, return to the Dancing with the Poms stage for a second year. Melissa plays volleyball for BHS and is ready to make a comeback with Phoebe in 2024.
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Jenifer Porter & Gracie Barrett (Kelli Dick)Gracie Barrett & Jennifer PorterPoms member Gracie has partnered with junior athlete Jennifer for the competition. Tri-sport athlete, Jennifer, swims, does track, and plays volleyball. Come watch February 24th and see what they put together!
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Michelle Yepez & Shawn Holt prior to the DWTP competition. (Kelli Dick)Michelle Yepez & Shawn HoltOne of the 2023 DWTP hosts, Michelle, will be hitting the stage as a 2024 contestant with basketball player Shawn. This junior duo is ready to take on some tough competition!
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Zion Barco & Marley Landon (Kelli Dick)Marlie Landon & Zion BarcoSenior duo Marlie and Zion are ready to dominate this competition. Marlie is a Poms member and Academy of Fine Arts Dancer. Zion loves to run track!
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Charlie Lawrence & Natalie Birney (Kelli Dick)Natalie Birney & Charlie LawrenceJunior Poms co-capatin and AFA dancer Natalie has partnered up with senior athlete, Charlie. Charlie plays football, basketball, lacrosse and is ready to add dance to this list!
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Emma Okyere & Jai Guerro (Kelli Dick)Emma Okyere & Jai GuerroJunior Poms dancer and second year competitor, Emma has partnered up with Brunswick lacrosse player Jai to take on the competition February 24th.
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Izzy Zimmerman & Alana Price (Kelli Dick)Izzy Zimmerman & Alana PriceSophomore Poms member and competitive dancer Izzy has paired up with freshman cheerleader and softball player Alana as an unstoppable duo!
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Jenna Dick & Eden Smallwood (Kelli Dick)Jenna Dick & Eden SmallwoodPoms captain, cheerleader, and flag football player Jenna Dick is partnering with Eden, volleyball player, track thrower and Poms enthusiast!
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Camdyn Fry & Audrey (Kelli Dick)Camdyn Fry & Audrey CardyThis freshmen duo not only dominates the volleyball court, but is ready to dominate the DWTP stage too. Poms member, competitive dancer, and volleyball player, Cam, has teamed up with volleyball player Audrey for the competition.
EJF • Feb 1, 2024 at 6:19 am
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