Nicole Mulkey, a senior at Dawson County High School, was recently earned a spot on the Georgia All-State cheer team. Mulkey was one of 16 athletes to earn a spot on the team over 138 applicants. The Georgia Cheerleading Coaches Association selected the Top 40 athletes to compete on Aug. 4. The competitors were judged 25 percent on application, 25 percent on interview and 50 percent on performance.