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Welcome to Beyond the Marley Podcast, in this episode, we're honored to host Jill Lamey, the esteemed Seaton High School Dance Program Director and Varsity Head Coach.

Jill's journey in dance began at age of 4, immersing herself in the fundamentals of ballet, tap, and jazz within the studio setting. As a teenager, she transitioned into the dynamic realm of dance teams, participating passionately in Seton's junior high and varsity teams. Graduating into a coaching role immediately after, Jill's dedication led her to work with the youth team before ascending to the varsity level in 2003 as an assistant coach. Her remarkable commitment to the program led her to become the Program Director and Varsity Head Coach in the Spring of 2019.

Over the past 19 years, Jill's unwavering efforts have transformed the varsity team from its foundational roots to the powerhouse it is today. Her leadership culminated in an impressive streak, securing three national championships in 2018, 2020, and 2021 at the UDA National Dance Team Championships. Notably, these victories included triumphs in small pom categories in 2018 and 2021, along with a medium hip hop win in 2020.

Entering her 26th year coaching at Seton for the 23/24 season, Jill continues to embrace fresh challenges with enthusiasm. Her unwavering dedication to learning and refining the art of coaching remains a driving force behind propelling the program to greater heights. Tune in as Jill shares her insights, experiences, and aspirations, offering a glimpse into the passion and dedication that fuels the Seaton High School Dance Program.