The competitive cheerleaders at St. Charles Borromeo School in Destrehan recently received first place at the Kickin’ It For Kids competition in Hammond. The team received a bid to the U.S. Finals along with being named Grand Champions out of 15 cheer teams.  Members are (front row, left to right) Meredyth Buisson, Abby Bryant – captain and Brittany Beba – co-captain; (middle row, left to right) Emily Julian – coach, Caroline Roberts, Sydney Pfister, Jordyn Brown, Rachael Melancon – lieutenant, Grace Galey – lieutenant and Chloe Candies; and (back row, left to right) Ayme Melancon, Bella Trew, Jenna Tortorich, Katie Cannon, Rushay Bossier and Marcus Lawson – coach and choreographer.