After competing in various FDDCMGP (Federation of Dance Drill Cheerleading Majorettes Gauteng Province) league competitions, the Roodebeeck Majorettes (Juniors) and Roodenation (Seniors) recently qualified for the FDDCMSA National Championships.
According to head coach Sonja Nortman both teams consist of 65 girls who will be competing in 64 categories, with the two main categories being Small Drill and Large Drill.
The sought-after competition will be taking place from July 11 to 14 in Bloemfontein.
“We will be preparing for the competition seven hours a day, until it is time to compete. We are super-excited and are confident that we will come back with many gold medals and as crowned champions. The girls have been working very hard,” Sonja said.
Although most of the teams comprise local girls, some of the majorettes travel from as far as Midrand to practise the routines with the rest of the team at Laerskool Roodebeeck.
The Roodebeeck Majorettes will be performing under the leadership of Dané Nortman while Roodenation will be entering the stage under the leadership of Taytum Nelson and Mia Kuun.
Coaches Sonja, Amelia Nelson, Sharlotte Ahir, Emilia de Kock, Tracy Scheepers and Chelsea van Coller wish the teams only the best of luck and trust that they are going keep the province’s name high.
However, these passionate majorettes are still in need of funds to help cover transport and accommodation costs. If you want to help, or find out more, feel free to contact one of the coaches, Amelia Nelson on 079 525 8201.
