06/16/2026
Michaela Aponte, a rising second-grader at Fritz Elementary School, and Mikayla Millisock, a recent graduate of Conestoga Valley School District, are both accomplished twirlers and members of Ab-Salute Twirling. Both girls also recently took top honors in their respective age divisions at a regional baton twirling championship in Corning, New York.
"It's definitely a sport," said Rebecca Aponte, Michaela's mom. "I have four daughters in twirling, and I am amazed at what these girls can do. They put their blood, sweat and tears into twirling. I think it takes a lot more skill than people realize. It takes as much dedication as any sport..."
Learn more about both girls and their journeys at https://www.townlively.com/for-local-competitors-twirling-is-way-of-life/
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