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July 19, 2025
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Pirate Poms, Streatorettes keep IHSA state qualifying streaks alive and well

Pirate Poms, Streatorettes keep IHSA state qualifying streaks alive and well

Both Ottawa's and Streator's competitive dance squads are heading to the IHSA State Final Competition this Friday in Bloomington.

By J.T. Pedelty●
January 29, 2025 at 9:09 am CST

College signing: Ottawa’s Sophie Fernandez earns spot on Miami of Ohio dance team

College signing: Ottawa’s Sophie Fernandez earns spot on Miami of Ohio dance team

Recent Ottawa High graduate Sophie Fernandez has committed to continue her education and dance career at Miami University in Ohio this fall.

By Shaw Local News Network●
August 02, 2024 at 12:21 am CDT

Competitive dance: Pirate Poms, Streatorettes given performance times for IHSA State Final

Competitive dance: Pirate Poms, Streatorettes given performance times for IHSA State Final

Both the Ottawa Pirate Poms and the Streator Streatorettes advanced via top-three sectional finishes to this weekend’s IHSA Competitive Dance State Final held at Grossinger Motors Arena in Bloomington.

By J.T. Pedelty●
January 24, 2024 at 4:34 am CST

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