On Friday, Nov. 21, Bethlehem’s Ellie Danz and Natalie Hopper battled 39 other top New York State divers in the New York State High School Athletic Association’s 1-meter diving championships at Webster-Schroeder High School.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
High tuck: Eagles’ Ellie Danz holds her legs close to her body as she soars into the air during her first dive.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Flipping on over: Eagles’ Natalie Hopper looks towards the far wall as she somersaults during her first dive.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Midair spin: Eagles’ Ellie Danz flies in the air as she twists during her third dive. Danz finished 32nd in the state with 177.95 points.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Cutting air: Eagles’ Natalie Hopper rests her left hand on her stomach as she twists in the air during her fourth dive. Hopper finished 10th in the state with 440.95 points.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Floating in the air: Eagles’ Ellie Danz holds her arms out as she curls her toes during her fifth dive.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
No fear: Eagles’ Natalie Hopper spins high up in the air as she twists during her fifth dive.