EUROPE beckons for a Northwich outfit that have achieved a first-time feat.

The Apex cheerleading team, based at Comberbach Memorial Hall, are set to make their debut at the prestigious Cheer 4 All European Cup in Italy in June.

It is the first time in the club’s short history that a place in a European event has been secured.

The group booked their ticket thanks to a run of outstanding scores at the UKCA National Cheer and Dance Championship in March.

But now they need your help.

Megan Sutton, owner and founder of Apex Cheer, said: “This is such a fantastic achievement and also the first time as a team we’ve been given this opportunity and we would like to give the girls the best chance to go by raising as much funds as possible.

“Obviously, getting the team to Italy comes at a cost, and we want to ensure that 36 members of the team can afford to compete.

“We are trying to raise as much as we can to support the team’s efforts.

“We are looking for generous donations and sponsors to help our team get to Italy and compete.”

With this in mind, a crowdfunding page has been created to make it easy for donations to be made. Visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-get-apex-cheer-to-italy

This May marks the club’s sixth birthday, so it has come a long way in a short space of time in a team-based sport that combines acrobatics with dance.

The club currently attracts members from Northwich but also Holmes chapel, Warrington, Kelsall, Middlewich and knutsford, and those at the club take so much from being involved.

Megan explained: “Cheerleading is about team spirit and camaraderie, and keeps the team active, fit, flexible and strong.

“Not only is being part of a team great for mental and physical health, but cheerleading has taught the members important life skills, especially in regards to commitment and resilience.”

Anyone who wishes to know more or can help out with sponsorship, contact Megan on 07766 745705 or at apexcheer@outlook.com