‘Raiderettes’ Ring in First Competitive Season With Double Gold

MEDFORD, NEW YORK—The Patchogue-Medford High School’s dance team, the Raiderettes, recently competed in the first competition in the program’s history—and they got off to a great start, earning double gold at the Long Island Dance Team Association (LIDTA) competition. While the Raiderettes team has thrilled the Patchogue-Medford community with stellar performances for years, the 2024-2025 school year is their first year engaging in competitions.

The Raiderettes comprise talented Patchogue-Medford High School dancers from ninth through 12th grades. The LIDTA competition, the first competition the team participated in, was held in January at Nassau Community College. The team placed first in jazz and first in contemporary.

“I am incredibly proud of our team,” said Raiderettes coach Morgan Trava. “Many of our team members are competitive dancers outside of school as well, so their schedules are long and tiring, but they show up every day prepared to work hard and committed to doing their best. To bring home two first place trophies during their first competition speaks for itself. These girls are determined to do great things!”

In addition to their competitive success, the Patchogue-Medford High School Raiderettes are planning an upcoming dance clinic for local youth to support the growth of the sport. Participants will learn technique and choreography from the Raiderettes, culminating in a performance at the completion of the clinic. Clinic details are forthcoming and will be on the team’s Instagram account, @pm_raiderettes.

For more information about the Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.pmschools.org. Happenings in the District can also be followed on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PatMedSchools/. #PatMedPride.