Vernon - The Vernon High School varsity cheerleaders competed against 62 giants of the cheering world recently at the MGM theme park in Disneyworld, in Orlando, Fla. The team made it to the finals before being eliminated, placing 13th. This was the first time Vernon had ever moved on to the finals in the large varsity division. “We would like to thank our families, friends and the community for all their support and for helping to make our dreams come true,” said Anari. “The girls’ work ethic and dedication led them to their remarkable finish.” The cheerleading squad includes captains Jessica Anari and Danielle Nichols; co-captains Lara Frankoski and Alison Higgins; Lindsey Barber; Alyssa Baxter; Kara Benkendorf; Brittany Carr; Courtney Duffy; Caitlin Enright; Amanda Fioravanti; Kristi Haddeland; Maggie Jernick; Adare Jordan; Brittany Kernusz; Melissa Liddell; Elizabeth Linfante; Julie Mirazita; Caitlin Murray; Brianna Pappas; Victoria Turso; Taylor Thormann; Jessie Ufferfilge; Courtney Verblaauw and Kristi Weber.