Winter 2024 Summarized Plan:
The Laker Dance Team has a busy and exciting winter semester. In this season, you can find the Laker Dance Team performing at all home men's and women's basketball games as well as the National Preview Show on Sunday, April 7. When the Laker Dance Team is not practicing or performing, they participate in fundraisers such as concessions at the Van Andel Arena and volunteer with charities such as Kid's Food Basket. The dance team attends the DTU College Classic in Orlando, Florida, where they compete against schools from all over the country and perform in both Jazz and Hip Hop.
Club E-Mail: [email protected]
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Location |
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April 26-28 |
Primary Audition |
Fieldhouse |
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Sunday, April 7 |
Nationals Preview Show |
Fieldhouse Arena |
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April 11-14, 2024 |
Orange County Convention Center Orlando, Florida |
DTU College Classic |
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The College Club Swim National Meet brought together 1622 athletes from 118 clubs, including Grand Valley's Club team, who showcased their skills and camaraderie amidst fierce competition over three days.
Apr 24, 2024
The stage was set in Orlando, FL, as dancers converged at the Orange County Convention Center for The College Classic. Among them, the Laker Dance Team stood poised to showcase their skill and passion in a display of triumph and unity.
Apr 24, 2024
Grand Valley State University's Club Gymnastics team dazzled audiences and judges alike at the recent national championships, where their exceptional performances earned them accolades and recognition on both team and individual levels.
Apr 22, 2024
"Grand Valleys Laker Dance and Cheer teams returned from the College Classic National Championship with a number of new national titles and accolades."
Apr 18, 2024
GVSU Men's Club Rugby defeats Miami of Ohio 35-22 in play-in NCR D2 Playoff game.
Nov 17, 2023
2024 DTU Nationals DII: 1st in Jazz, Hip Hop, and Super Spirit Showdown
2023 DTU Nationals DII: 1st in Jazz & in Hip Hop
2022 DTU Nationals DII: 1st in Jazz & 1st in Hip Hop & Hip Hop Battle Cup
2019 DTU Nationals DII: 1st in Jazz & 1st in Hip Hop & Battle Cup
2018 DTU Nationals DII: 1st in Jazz & 1st in Hip Hop
2018 NDA Nationals DII: 2nd in Jazz & 2nd in Hip Hop
2017 NDA Nationals DII: 2nd in Open & 2nd in Hip Hop
2016 NDA Nationals DII: 1st in Hip hop & 3rd in Jazz
2015 NDA Nationals DII: 1st in Open & 2nd in Hip Hop
2014 NDA Nationals DII: 2nd in Open & 7th in Hip Hop
2013 NDA Nationals DII: 1st in Hip Hop & 3rd in Open
2012 NDA Nationals DII: 2nd in Hip hop & 4th in Dance
2011 NDA Nationals DII: 1st in Dance & 4th in Hip Hop
2010 NDA Nationals DII: 3rd in Dance & 3rd in Hip Hop
2009 NDA Nationals DII: 5th in Dance
In 2024, the Laker Dance Team attended the Dance Team Union College Classic. Above is an image after the team took 1st place overall in both Jazz & Hip Hop. Additionally, this was the dance team's first time competing in the Super Spirit Showdown category, where they competed alongside the GVSU Cheer team and took home 1st overall as well. It was such an incredible win to bring home to GVSU club sports!
