Dance Wins Home Invite with Improved Scoring

CRETE, Neb. — The Doane University competitive dance team delivered a standout performance on its home floor Saturday, winning the Doane Invitational with a final score of 87.38 inside the Haddix Center.

Doane topped a five-team field, finishing ahead of Graceland (85.71) and Briar Cliff (73.83), while Hastings (72.79) and College of Saint Mary (71.58) rounded out the standings.

The Tigers' routine showcased strength and consistency across all evaluated areas, earning perfect marks in Collegiate Image from all three judges. Doane also posted strong numbers in jazz, pom, and hip hop technique, combining execution and choreography to produce a raw score of 210.90 and a converted score of 87.88. After a minor 0.50 deduction, Doane secured the winning total of 87.38.

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