The Dell Rapids St Mary Cardinal competitive cheer team won their own invite on Monday, August 31st. The Cardinals finished first among the five teams that competed. The Dell Rapids Quarriers also competed in the event along with Arlington/Lake Preston, Deubrook, and Parkston.
The Cardinals finished with an average score of 127.25 between their two routines. Dell Rapids placed second with a score of 125.5. Deubrook was third with 110.75 points. Parkston finished fourth with 106.25 points, and Arlington/Lake Preston finished with 98.5 points.
The Quarriers will travel to Watertown on Tuesday, September 1st, then to Dakota Valley on Saturday, September 5th, and then host their own invite on Tuesday, September 8th. The Cardinals will not perform again until the Quarrier Invite on September 8th.