
By Hayley Ella - Geelong, Victoria Australia
As I exit the gym, the biting cold air greets me. The contrast between the heated exertion of cheerleading practice and the chilly night sends a shiver through my body. The stadium looms in darkness, its metal structure creaking under the weight of the hail. The icy wind carries the scent of damp earth and the promise of an impending storm. Lightning illuminates the surroundings, revealing glimpses of empty bleachers and rain-soaked surfaces. The distant booms of thunder roll through the air, heightening the sense of anticipation as I approach the entrance to the women's locker room.
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