Perth dancer Faith Ward makes history after landing job with Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
Ward was named as one of six rookies to join the cheerleading team of 36 to perform during the upcoming season of the NFL.
The 22-year-old, who was born in New Zealand but grew up in Western Australia, becomes the first Kiwi to make the crew - and third Aussie.
The double-jointed dancer who features on the Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts announced the news to her social media followers on July 17 with a heartwarming video.
'Telling people I got my dream job,' she captioned the clip, which displayed the reactions of her friends.
'The best day of my life,' she added.
Ward, who was born in New Zealand but grew up in Western Australia, is the first Kiwi to made the famous squad
In another post, she wrote: 'This journey has been incredibly challenging, both physically and mentally, but I wouldn't change a thing.
'I've been pushed in ways I never imagined, I've learned and grown so much already.
'I'm excited to see where this wild ride takes me. I feel so privileged to stand alongside not only the most talented dancers but also some of the most amazing women I've ever met.'
'I want to thank, from the bottom of my heart, the Cowboys Organisation for believing in me and giving me this life-changing opportunity. It is truly an honour.
'To my family, friends, coaches, and mentors who have been by my side throughout this entire journey, thank you will never be enough.
'I wouldn't be where I am today without you.'
Ward started dancing professionally at 18 on cruise ships, but now will be in front of a lot more people with at least 90,000 people attending Cowboys games.
The cheerleading squad has recently gained massive popularity thanks to the docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.
After progressing through trials earlier in the year, the dancer said, 'no matter the outcome, it'll be amazing to be part of the experience, and making it this far is already just incredible.'
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