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Olympic Cheering Squads Unveiled in Beijing

2008-07-17 13:45:39 CRIENGLISH.com

Beijing Olympic cheering squads were unveiled on Tuesday.

A total of 36 cheering squads were selected from more than 10,000 volunteers nationwide. They will stage cheering performances with traditional Chinese characteristics at all sports venues during the Olympics.

One of the members Wang Shuying said they feel proud to present wonderful shows to world audience on behalf of China.

"I am quite excited. The audience can possibly see us at every sports venue during the Olympics."

Directors of the cheering show say the squads have finished their drills and will hold dress rehearsals at the Olympic venues soon.

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