While it's true that Libertyville High finished fifth in the coed division at the IHSA state tournament, there are a couple of things to remember:
1) The one time last year that The Locker Room had its eyes peeled on cheer competitions, it was the North Suburban Conference meet, and Libertyville's performance was ordinary, at best. Stevenson, Lake Zurich, Antioch & Wauconda were all vastly better that day. That wasn't just the opinion in The Locker Room, it was also the opinion of the judges.
2) Do not criticize the efforts of Stevenson High's cheer squad, which didn't come up with a big number at state. No cheer squad in our area took more chances and had more difficulty in their routines than did the Patriots. That the girls didn't hit at state does not diminish the fact that the girls challenged themselves to be excellent and should be prasied for that.
