Local cheer gym devastated by vandalism – community rallies for support

Child athletes and parents are devastated after a cheering gym not far from the Ohio Valley was vandalized Sunday night into Monday.

The Fire and Ice Allstars gym is considered a second home to as many as 200 athletes who spend several days a week in a safe and comfort zone.

According to a GoFundMe created by Andria Debold on behalf of Kathy Long, the 20th season was just getting started, with Monday being the last practice before the holiday break.

According to the organizer, the destruction that was done to the gym is heartbreaking. They say although most things can be cleaned, repaired and replaced, the awards and trophies that were destroyed cannot.

They say nineteen seasons of accomplishments from current to past athletes were destroyed, devastating the entire crew.

You can donate here if you would like to Stand with the Fire and Ice Family to restore their gym.

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