The crunches, the makeup, the teased hair and perfect dress. Much like the team, victory rests in one moment, one play, one move. In the case of finals it s the interview, the routine and waiting. Eight a.m. and most of the girls are lined up and ready to go. At first glance, you think you ve entered backstage at a beauty pageant as the women, dressed in evening attire for their interviews shimmer and shine.
Interviews go quickly and without a hitch.
To perform before thousands, be a positive role model and service to the community seem to be the chief reasons. For returning Raiderettes, the friendships, the honor and above all the fans are determining factors. Lunch time and the finalists have changed into their dance attire and are readying themselves for round two. They ve had two weeks of rehearsal and countless hours more to get a two minute routine down. Every open space is filled with women trying to get that move just right.