TOPEKA, Kan. — The Bethel College dance team is set to compete on the national stage this weekend at the NAIA Competitive Dance National Championship, held at the Stormont Vail Events Center.

Bethel enters the weekend as one of just 12 teams in the country to qualify for nationals, with preliminary performances scheduled for Friday night and finals set for Saturday.

The Threshers will take the floor for their first performance at 8:30 PM on Friday, with preliminary scores determining advancement and placement heading into Saturday's final round. If Bethel advances, their final performance will take place between 2:30–4:30 PM on Saturday.

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Season Success Leads to National Stage

Bethel heads into nationals with strong momentum after capturing the KCAC Conference Championship, marking a major milestone for the program this season.

Along the way, the Threshers also set a new school record for performance score.

That combination of results has positioned Bethel as a team to watch heading into the weekend.

Athletic Director Tim Swartzendruber shared his excitement for the program's opportunity on the national stage:

"I can't say enough about how proud I am of our competitive dance program. Coach Kiley McCord has done an amazing job, and we are excited to see them perform at Nationals. This is a program that doesn't always get a lot of attention, but certainly deserves to be in the spotlight. These girls have worked hard and I know our Bethel community is happy for them."

National Stage Awaits

The NAIA National Championship, held annually and featuring the top programs across the country, brings together elite competition in one of the biggest events in collegiate dance.