The Isle of Man Baton Twirling Squad returned victorious from Bournemouth after competing in the United Twirl England Baton Twirling Team Championships.
The squad achieved remarkable success, securing six national champion titles in major team sections.
Formed after auditions in July, the team is comprised of athletes from clubs across the island including Douglas Baton Twirlers, Northern Spirit, and Rushen Twirlers.
Coach Emily Challenor said, “To achieve such success in as little training time they have had of only 3 months is outstanding.”
Success
Sharing in the good vibes, the team congratulated Rushen Twirlers on their success at the National Majorette Championships in Blackpool the same weekend.
The athletes are now preparing for their next UK team competition in London this June.
The squad has also thanked its sponsors: MBS Joinery, Hansard, Castletown Ale Drinker’s Society & Swept Clean Road Sweeping Services.
Athletes: Henry Slevin, Emily Slevin, Faiyth Challenor, Aalish Moore, Caleb Corfield, Maisie Belcher-Smith, Keisha Newton, Kianna Newton, Charlotte Postlethwaite, Isla Corrin, Penelope Swales, Isla-Mai Brew, Megan Bush, Gabriella Finch.
Coaches: Emily Challenor & Katie Challenor.
Events
Senior Freestyle team – National champions
Senior Twirl Team – National Champions
Junior Pom Group – National Champion
Juvenile Pom Team – National Champions
Junior Dance Team – National Champions
Team Medley – National Champions
Juvenile Dance team – 2nd place Silver Medallist’s
Duet – Faiyth Challenor & Maisie Belcher-Smith – 2nd place Silver Medallists
Individual Baton twirling events placings
Faiyth Challenor – Silver & Gold Medals
Isla-Mai Brew – Silver Medal
Maisie Belcher-Smith – 7th place
Henry Slevin – X2 4th places
Caleb Corfield – 6th and 4th Place
Aalish Moore – 7th place
Charlotte Postlethwaite – 7th Place
Penelope Swales – 6th & 4th Place