LIVONIA, MICH.- Madonna Cheerleading hosted the 3^rd Annual Crusader Classic on Saturday, February 7^th and had not one, but two record breaking performances. 

Madonna Advanced placed 2^nd to Lourdes, topping Cornerstone and Rochester Christian. By executing a difficult stunt sequence and hitting the highest tumbling execution in program history, including a brand new running tumbling pass performed by Abby Porth. The Crusaders received their school record score. The previous record of 77.75 has held since the 2023 season, broken by the 79.53 achieved. "Breaking our record means a lot to me. I've been here since the first competitive season and seeing all the hard work Coach Amber and the team have done shows and we want it more than ever. We all came in with different expectations and together we have all reached an ultimate goal and we hope to keep building from here! I couldn't be prouder to be a part of this program!" - Senior Julianna Sadler.

Here's how the scores played out: 



In a league of their own, Madonna Intermediate also nailed their routine, focusing on execution and confidence this week. The Crusaders brought home a 63.82, toppling their previous 61.27 record set last year. On breaking the record, Kira Neives says, "It means we are reaching new strengths and levels of durability than we have in the past. It's a new chance for us to branch out and achieve more than we ever have before."

"I am so proud of the continuing climb this program sees week by week. We're fighting every single day to get better. These teams are something special. We're coming for those milestone scores next week!" said Coach Amber Hauck. 

You can catch the Crusaders at home on Saturday, February 14^th for Madonna Madness.