As the Dancing With The Stars finale approaches with the crowning of the new champion and the awarding on the coveted mirror ball trophy, it’s anyone’s guess as to who will win.  All three finalists- Nyle DiMarco, Paige VanZant and Ginger Zee are very strong dancers and each would be well deserving.

I’d like to focus on one of these finalist for this article: Paige VanZant. The UFC star has wowed audiences with her performances, earning perfect scores. During a profile that aired during the recent semi-finals, Paige admitted that her journey was filled with memories of teasing and bullying as a young girl when she was a varsity cheerleader in high school.  Due to the support of her parents which included a move, Paige was able to overcome her struggles and achieve success in the UFC.

Paige and partner Mark Ballas are amazing on the dance floor.  Mark’s choreography makes for stunning dances. And Paige delivers.  In this writer’s opinion, it’s often hard to tell that she isn’t one of the professional dancers.  I am awestruck by her grace and talent.

Take a look at this clip:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpDGsbPq-UY

Congratulations to Paige for overcoming challenges and turning them into victories.  I wish she and the other finalists luck as they vie for the mirror ball.

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