After all the screaming and cheering for the football team, AHS hypesquad has earned its praise and was voted favorite student section in the DC area.

The poll was conducted through USA Today’s High School Sports section at usatodayhss.com.

Leadership took the initiative to stress the hypesquad reward system, which, in turn,  encouraged students to attend sports games. The hypesquad created flags and cutouts of the football players to show even more support.

“I loved being in the hypesquad,” senior Kara Hoisington said.  “Despite the cold, it’s been so fun cheering the team on. I’ve loved watching them improve and work hard every game.”

The installment of a hypesquad was a major change from last year, where students came to games to socialize and interact with their peers rather than to also support the team.

“The hypesquad started out huge, and it’s a big improvement from last year, the team, the support and the school in general,” senior Andre Wright said.

As winter sports approach students, Leadership hopes to have the same student section turnout and participation.

“This has been the most spirited year and it is evident to the teachers and community. I hope this winter is just as good,” senior Kaitlyn Cook said.