Lily Thompson

As the game day approaches, Lily finds herself down a cheerleader due to an unexpected illness. Panic sets in as she frantically searches for a replacement. While looking for anyone who could step in, she stumbles upon her brother, who is lounging on the couch and munching on snacks. With his small frame and spunky attitude, a wild idea pops into her head; could she transform him into her backup? After all, he has practiced the cheers with her, and they have spent countless hours perfecting the routines. Lily envisions a quick dress-up session, complete with a cheerleader outfit and a wig. She imagines how he would look; his unruly curls tucked under a bright blonde wig, sparkling in the sunlight. A bubble of excitement forms in her chest at the thought of surprising everyone—and also at the idea of seeing her brother step out of his comfort zone. Although excited, Lily worries about how he will feel about dressing up and how the other cheerleaders (and the audience) will react.