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Village honors John Hersey High School coed cheer state champions
Summary
The Arlington Heights Village Board recognized John Hersey High School's 2026 IHSA coed cheer team for their state championship, with coaches and the principal thanking the village and calling out the athletes' discipline and community support.
The Arlington Heights Village Board recognized John Hersey High School's 2026 IHSA coed cheer champions during its meeting, inviting coaches, the principal and several athletes to the front of the chamber for photos and remarks. Assistant coach Caitlin Berlinski told the board the team "represented their school, their families, and this community," and the recognition drew applause from trustees and residents.
Dr. Patty Grow, principal of John Hersey High School, and assistant coaches described the team's long hours, injuries and resilience that led to the school's first coed cheer state title. Berlinski closed her short remarks with an on-theme rallying line: "Go, Huskies." The mayor encouraged family members to enjoy the honor and excused the student-athletes early from the meeting after photos.
