Article Contributed on: 3/2/2008 10:40:18 PM
Over 600 young athletes from the United States, Canada, England and the U.S. Virgin Islands competed in individual, team, corps and parade events during the 13th annual "Twirl Mania" held in Orlando at Disney World's Wide World of Sports Arena from February 15th to the 18th.
Representing Colorado were four young twirling athletes from Highlands Ranch, Lakewood and Littleton. Making her first appearance at "Twirl Mania" was Haley
Lena, 8 year old Granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs.Tony Strnad of Parker.
Haley competed in the 7 to 9 Beginner Division and received medals in three events.
She was awarded a Silver medal for Military Strut, a Silver medal for Basic Strut and a Bronze medal for Best Appearing. In the "Miss Twirl Mania" division, she placed 4th in Modeling, 8th in X-Strut and 11th in Solo and she placed 8th overall.
Haley was selected to appear in Disney's Magic Kingdom Parade after tryouts on Saturday.
The Indiana Jones Theater in Disney's MGM/Hollywood Park was the site of the "Twirl Mania Awards Extravaganza" at 8 pm on Sunday night.
"Twirl Mania" spotlights the International Baton Twirling athletes and coaches for their abilities and dedication to the sport.
More information
can be obtained at
www.twirlmania.com and the "Colorado School of Baton" at 303-683-5599. The 2009 "Twirl Mania" will be February 13th to the 16th in Disney World, Orlando.