The Firecrackers are a performance jump rope team made up of talented 4th-8th graders from the Kings Local School District in Ohio. Coached by Lynn Kelley, they perform at venues across the country. Some notable past performances have been at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, a Presidential Inauguration and an appearance on The David Letterman Show.
FAQ
How did the team originate?
The Firecrackers grew out of an elementary school physical education exposition. Coach Lynn Kelly was looking for a rhythmic activity that could be choreographed to music. She found some jump ropes, a few interested students and some good music. The response to the activity was so positive, that it was suggested that the group perform at halftime of a Junior Varsity basketball game. More overwhelmingly positive feedback lead the team to perform at more high school games and then eventually college and NBA basketball games.
How often does the team practice?
The team practices approximately two hours a day, five to six times per week.
How do kids join the team?
There are tryouts each year. Tryouts are open to students in the Kings Local School District in Ohio who are going into grades 4-8.
What type of ropes does the team use?
The Firecrackers use very light weight beaded jump ropes.
What is the fee for a performance?
Donations are accepted for performances. If interested, please contact us for details.
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Whew! .. Holy Moly .. truly amazing .. gotta play this to get moving in the morning. What a great safe, healthy and fun American activity for kids .. God bless 'em!
~~Just good to see kids and good old fashioned fun .. PING!
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Oh For Pete’s sake....WE could do this too, right?
RIGHT? Bwaaaaaaaahhhhhhh!!!!!!
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REALLY neat ping to Logan’s Prayer Warriors!!! God bless these girls!!!
Loved the 80s music. Out of breath watching that.
I used to spend whole periods in gym class with a leather jump rope when I was in high school. I’m lucky if I could do 5 minutes now.
American girls rock. Thank God Hasan's dream will never materialize here, and we won't put these beautiful girls in black bags.
Do they look fit or what?
Very good and creative! What’ the matter w/those girls, don’t they know to huff and puff and perspire! ;)
Wow!
These young Ladies are amazing! Thank you for this up lifting post.
Wow ...terrific!