Norwalk, St. Paul are 'Best in the state'

HILLIARD — Both Norwalk and St. Paul brought home state gold on Sunday. The Truckers and Flyers were among dozens of high school competition cheer teams that participated in the "Best in the State" competition. The event, hosted by the Ohio High School Cheerleading Coaches Association, was held at Hilliard Darby High School on Jan. 26 near Columbus. Both Norwalk and St. Paul took first place in the Building High School Division III and Div. IV-V divisions for their traditional routines. The teams were judged on Crowd Leading, Skill Incorporation, Overall Impression, Standing and Running tumbling, Jumps, Pyramids and Partner Stunts. Up next for both teams is the OASSA regional competition, set for Feb. 2 at Uniontown Lake High School. The Flyers and Truckers are both looking to once again advance to the state championships in traditional and game day categories on Feb. 22 at Big Walnut High School in Sunbury. Norwalk and St. Paul will also each participate in a competition on Feb. 16 at Ashland University.