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Article: Jeffries jumps from spectator to Elite Eight starter.(Sports)
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- Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL)
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- February 27, 2004
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Byline: Mike Miazga Daily Herald Correspondent
Jayme Jeffries knows her way around Redbird Arena in Normal.
As a spectator the last two years, Jeffries cheered on the Hampshire girls basketball team as they competed in the Class A state finals.
Today, Jeffries graduates from spectator to active participant as a starting forward for the Whip-Purs (28-3), who kick off their third straight Elite Eight appearance against Riverton (29-4) at noon.
The game will be telecast on WYCC Channel 20.
Fans can also listen to a live webcast of the game on the IHSA website (www.ihsa.org).
"I sat up there and cheered for them the last ...