July 31, 2009
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - The Penn State Majorettes - the "Touch of Blue", a proud part of the Blue Bland, recently enjoyed tremendous success at the USA and World Twirling Championships, highlighted by their eighth straight National Title. The competition was held at Notre Dame University from July 21-24.
The squad received first place in a number of competitions, including College Half Time and Collegiate Dance Twirl. They also received the "WOW Award" for the most Entertaining Halftime Show.
The week saw the Nittany Lion squad compete against four other university majorette lines: the University of Florida Gatorettes, the Purdue University Twirling Line, the University of Arizona Twirling Line, and the North Carolina State University Twirlers.
Along with the team awards, twirler P.J. Maierhofer was crowned "College Miss Majorette of America", defeating 29 other university twirlers in numerous categories to take home the title.
"I am so proud of theses ladies and their accomplishments," said coach Heather Bean. "They have worked very hard since January to prepare for this week long competition. I received so many compliments on their performances, professionalism and school spirit. It truly was an amazing week for Penn State, the Blue Band, and these fine ladies!"
You can see the Penn State Majorettes in action all football season long, starting with the season opener on Sept. 5 vs. Akron at 12 p.m.