To hear Nikki Beatrice tell it, the Norwich Free Academy cheerleading team could have just skipped the award ceremony.

After their routine at the Eastern Connecticut Conference Cheerleading Championship on Saturday, the senior wasn't thrilled with her team's performance on their home floor. After all, Waterford had won three straight Large Division titles and was the heavy favorite entering the event.

Beatrice described her team's mood as "disappointed" as they walked off the mat. That's why it was extra special when the Wildcats were announced as the Large Division champions, toppling the Lancers, who didn't place.

East Lyme took second in the Large and Fitch and Woodstock tied for third place.