The local cheer program announced that each of its teams, ranging from 8U to 14U, qualified for the 2025 JAMZ Nationals following standout performances at regional competitions this season. Courtesy photo

MARYSVILLE, CA (MPG) - For the first time in nearly a decade, all Marysville Jr. Indians Cheer teams have earned bids to compete at the JAMZ Nationals in Las Vegas — and the community is coming together to help get them there.

The local cheer program announced that each of its teams, ranging from 8U to 14U, qualified for the 2025 JAMZ Nationals following standout performances at regional competitions this season. The teams not only qualified but exceeded expectations, scoring 85 percent or higher across the board — well above the 70 percent threshold required to advance.

The cheer teams will take part in a local performance alongside Seriana’s Studio at McKenney Elementary on Nov. 6. Courtesy photo

“This year is especially exciting for our athletes — for the first time in nearly 10 years, all of our cheer teams qualified to compete at JAMZ Nationals in Las Vegas this coming January,” said Julia Najarro, Marysville Jr. Indians Cheer Coordinator. “JAMZ is one of the largest and most competitive youth cheer competitions on the West Coast, so earning a bid is a huge accomplishment for our program and our community.”

To celebrate and raise funds for the trip, the organization will host “Jams for JAMZ” on Nov. 1, a spirited evening event featuring live music, raffles, food and local sponsors. The fundraiser will help cover travel expenses and registration fees for the cheerleaders as they prepare to represent Marysville on a national stage.

While the Nov. 1 fundraiser will be an adults-only evening, the community will have another chance to see the young athletes perform the following week. Courtesy photo

“Our upcoming Jams for JAMZ event on Nov. 1 is a community fundraiser to help our athletes cover travel costs and registration fees,” Najarro said. “We’ll have live music, raffles, food and a great atmosphere — all to celebrate and support these hardworking cheerleaders.”

While the Nov. 1 fundraiser will be an adults-only evening, the community will have another chance to see the young athletes perform the following week. Najarro shared that the cheer teams will take part in a local performance alongside Seriana’s Studio at McKenney Elementary on Nov. 6 — part of an annual community event that raises funds to provide Christmas gifts for children in need.

Businesses and individuals are invited to support the cause through sponsorships or by attending the upcoming benefit. Tickets for “Jams for JAMZ” will be available at tinyurl.com/Jams4JAMZ. This event is currently sponsored by Loons by Linds, Paloma’s Cantina & Lounge, and the Marysville Jr. Indians Football & Cheer organization. For sponsorship inquiries, contact Amber at [email protected].