LC State Dance Sets Program Scoring Record

Warriors edge out Hope International but earn highest-ever team score at York Crown Classic

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

The LC State Dance team set a new program scoring record on Friday, earning a 78.96 at the York Crown Classic competition in Nebraska. This topped their previous high score of 76.1 set last year. Earlier in the day, the Warriors were narrowly edged by Hope International 78.2-78.0, with a half-point deduction proving the difference. However, the team bounced back strongly in the York Crown Classic, delivering a consistent and high-scoring performance across Pom, Jazz, and Hip Hop categories.

Why it matters

The record-setting performance highlights the continued growth and improvement of the LC State Dance program, which has been working hard to elevate its level of competition. Achieving the program's highest-ever score is a significant milestone that demonstrates the team's dedication and skill.

The details

In the dual meet against Hope International, LC State outscored the Royals but a fall resulted in the narrow 78.2-78.0 loss. However, the Warriors' score of 78.0 was still the highest ever by an LC State team. The team then went on to earn an even higher score of 78.96 at the York Crown Classic, setting a new program record and finishing eighth out of 14 teams.

  • On Friday, February 7, 2026, LC State Dance competed in two events.
  • In the first competition, the Warriors were edged by Hope International 78.2-78.0.
  • Later that day, LC State earned the highest score in program history, a 78.96, at the York Crown Classic.

The players

LC State Dance

The dance team representing Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, Idaho.

Hope International

A college located in Fullerton, California that competed against LC State Dance.

Sydnee Vial

The head coach of the LC State Dance team.

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What they’re saying

“This team worked so hard to achieve their goals. Today our goal was to have energy and hit our skills. These ladies did just that. I am so proud of them, and we are so excited to take on tomorrow.”

— Sydnee Vial, Head Coach (dailyfly.com)

The takeaway

The LC State Dance team's record-breaking performance showcases the program's continuous improvement and the team's dedication to excellence. This achievement will undoubtedly inspire the Warriors to keep pushing the boundaries and set new program milestones in the future.