Our Coaches
"She creates champions!
Obviously, I think she is the best!"
Steve,
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Lori Perkins has served in every role, athlete, coach, judge, and mom, within the sport of baton twirling. She won numerous twirling awards during her competitive career including state and regional grand champion and National champion in several categories. She was the McNeese State University Feature Twirler , and went on to graduate with a degree in Education.
She taught for 19 years in Magnolia ISD, finishing her career as the Special Education Department Chair. Lori is certified by the United States Twirling Association, served on the National Board of Directors for 10 years, and has been sharing her love of the sport for over 30 years.
She has coached some of the best athletes from Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Mississippi including national champions, Collegiate Feature Twirlers, and World Team members. Lori is dedicated to helping all of her students grow and succeed both on and off the competition floor.
"While teaching, Lori is compassionate, patient, and encouraging to ensure her students are successful in the tasks at hand!"
Crystal Richards,
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Emily Perkins is a 49 time national champion in multiple events and has been twirling for almost 20 years. She was the University of Oklahoma Feature Twirler from 2017-2024 , has a degree in Enviromental Design/Architecture, and her masters degree in City Planning. Emily is certified by the United States Twirling Association and has been teaching for 7 years. She is passionate about baton twirling and loves sharing her knowledge and experience with her students.
Emelie Enriquez is a teaching apprentice and has been twirling for nine years. She is the 2024 Central Region Pre-trials Junior AA Silver Medalist and is a member of Mrs. Lori's competition teams. Emelie most enjoys the bonds she makes with other twirlers and their families through our sport, and the comfort and safety she finds in practice and with her coaches.
