The 2023 Mirror Ball Trophy Judges Choice Mirror Ball Winners are Dr. Brian Sellers and Courtney Cribbs. They were selected by the judges on Thursday, November 9, 2023 during the DWTSS event at Connection Church.
In addition the Top Fundraisers award Mirror Ball was presented to Michael McCurdy and Lisa Horton.
The DWTSS competition was emceed by Joey Fennell.
Judges included Shazia Edwards, Miss Georgia 2023 Tara Schipof and WJCL TV's Frank Sulkowski.
Annual Community Fundraising Event for Safe Haven
The 2023 Dancing with the Statesboro Stars presented by D&R Car Care raised more than $130,107 for Safe Haven, a program of Citizens Against Violence, Inc.
Twelve couples spent months rehearsing and holding fundraisers to help the organization, which serves victims of domestic violence in Bulloch and surrounding counties. Safe Haven provides emergency shelter, safety planning, legal advocacy, support groups, child assistance, housing program and much more.
This was their 13th Annual event and has helped make the community more aware of domestic violence and many services Safe Haven offers survivors of domestic violence.
"Tonight as you have fun and are awed by these amazing routines, remember why we are here. We are here for Safe Haven's mission. To serve, strengthen and support survivors of domestic violence. Remember abuse is NEVER a victim's fault. The truth is there is nothing someone can ever say or do to ever deserve to be abused or mistreated. Everyone deserves to be safe in their home and in their relationships. ALWAYS. Survivors deserve to be heard. Survivors deserve to be believed. They deserve justice. They deserve safety. Domestic violence is an epidemic and we need to treat it as one." said Kim Billings, Safe Haven Public Relations and Legal Services Director.
"I say this every year but it still warms my heart to know, that we are so blessed to live in a community that is extremely selfless with their time and resources and are quick to lend a hand of help and support to their friends and neighbors in need, not only to Safe Haven but to other important causes in our area."
Congratulations to Dr. Brian Sellers and Courtney Cribbs and Michael McCurdy and Lisa Horton along with all the dancers who made this years DWTSS fundraiser one of the most amazing ever.
The stars were paired with dance professionals and included:
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Darien Adams and Zachary Dalgard
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Alexis Agnew and Paul Schwertfeger
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Virginia Cone and Devon Thompson
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Paul Dorsett and Elizabeth Colston
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Amanda Dyches and Jad Deal
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Winter Hall and Katie Byers
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Lisa Horton and Michael McCurdy
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Benji Johnson and Karlye Brooke Mainer
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Kevin Patrick and Jade Hoyle
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Dr. Alan Scott and Katie Sconyers
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Dr. Brian Sellers and Courtney Cribbs
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Jason Wolfe and Taylor Hinson
The real winners and the reason they dance
We want to give a special shout out to the survivors of domestic violence who attended this years'' DWTSS event. You are the reason why our community dances. You are why Safe Haven exists. You are the true heroes of the evening. What you went through or are going through does not define you. You are so much more than what has happened to you. We are proud of you, wherever you are in your journey and we celebrate your courage and strength. We are always here for you and your family.
Please call us if you would like more information on Safe Haven or call them at 912-764-4605.
Tickets available for encore DWTSS on Sunday, November 12, 2023
Tickets available for encore DWTSS on Sunday, November 12, 2023 There are still tickets available for the Sunday, November 20th 3:00 pm encore show that will also be held at Connection Church. You can purchase tickets at the door prior to the event.
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