Local Baton Twirlers Win at State

Jodyn Baboloa and Taryn Tom won their division in the open dance competition that was part of the Wisconsin Twirling Teachers state championships this past July. The girls did a lyrical dance routine to win their age group. Both girls did well in other events, Jordyn won the Tiny Tot Novice Baton Solo with Taryn and Reilly Tom placing 2nd and 3rd. Taryn won the Tiny Tot Pom Solo title along with a first place in Novice Basic Strut. Reilly Tom, also of Brookfield, won Primary Baton Solo.

All 3 students, Jordyn, Taryn and Reilly are members of the West Allis Diamond Twirlers. They along with teammate/assistant coach, Shelby Wells placed 2nd in the Beginner Elementary Dance Twirl team with their routine of Walk the Dinosaur/Crocodile Rock medley.

West Allis Diamond Twirlers is a competitive baton group based in West Allis. They offer baton classes as well as team membership. There is an informational meeting for the group, Monday Oct 3rd at General Mitchell School in West Allis. Those intersted should check with the West Allis Recreation Department.