Unique Experience

Singapore's National Day is a yearly celebration of our country's independence. Every year the parades were quite different from one another. Performances are unique and and it can be seen that a lot of people put their hard work in it. As a student, I have always wondered how those people manage to execute perfect performances. It was like they never even felt nervous! Those that did the march-in and the salutes showed great discipline as it was very difficult to find anyone of them making mistakes or fidgeting while standing in attention.

NDP 2008 Cheerleading had helped me experience what it felt like to be one of the National STAR. I managed to get that feeling of thousand eyes laying upon me and I just felt proud. Also, the event had gave me new friends. I managed to bond with people whom I would have not know if this event did not happen. Also, cheerleading showed me that I can let my heart out and cheer for something that I feel proud of. This gave me confidence when I was thinking of becoming an Orientation Group Leader. Finally, I realised that some things that seems weird in life could have great outcome. When I joined at first, I was not sure of what I was doing. All I know was that I was helping a friend as she could not make it and that I was merely a substitute. It felt awkward too as cheerleading was to supposed to be for girls as I have seen in TV. However, I didn't give up and everything went well.

It benefited the community as it showed to the public that even JC students, no matter how much work load they have, can still put up a performance in National Day. It also gave them a fun time watching too!!!

P.S. I agree with Najiy, I want to watch our video too.

Regards,
John Anthony Garcia (J.A.G)