Our Board Members

President/Director

Rhonda Groves has accumulated over three decades of experience in the administrative field. Her journey with baton twirling began at the age of seven in Portsmouth, VA, and continued through her senior year of high school. Although she took a break from twirling during her mid-thirties, she always felt a strong connectio

President/Director

Rhonda Groves has accumulated over three decades of experience in the administrative field. Her journey with baton twirling began at the age of seven in Portsmouth, VA, and continued through her senior year of high school. Although she took a break from twirling during her mid-thirties, she always felt a strong connection to the sport. In 2002, an opportunity presented itself when her stepdaughter joined The Royalettes Baton Corps in Richmond, VA. Rhonda stepped in as their fundraising coordinator and website developer, overseeing the organization of numerous contests aimed at generating funds for the Corps.

In 2004, she transitioned into a coaching role, and by 2010, she was invited to contribute to the planning and organization of the Virginia State Baton Twirling Championships as part of the now-defunct Virginia Twirling Association. Her dedication and expertise led to her certification as a National Baton Twirling Association (NBTA) Judge in 2014.

Today, Rhonda continues to make significant contributions to the baton twirling community by coaching with the Royalettes Baton Corps and serving as a judge at baton twirling competitions. Her profound experience in baton twirling, coupled with her commitment to mindfulness, has earned her admiration from both her employer and various volunteer organizations.

Vice-President

Ashley's journey in baton twirling began with The Royalettes Baton Corps during her upbringing. During this period, she achieved numerous state, regional, and national titles, both as an individual and as part of the teams she performed with. Her talents as a twirler led her to become a featured twirler at Manchester High Sc

Vice-President

Ashley's journey in baton twirling began with The Royalettes Baton Corps during her upbringing. During this period, she achieved numerous state, regional, and national titles, both as an individual and as part of the teams she performed with. Her talents as a twirler led her to become a featured twirler at Manchester High School and, notably, the inaugural "Crown Jewel" featured twirler at Old Dominion University.

Ashley holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a major in Business Management, earned during her time at Old Dominion University (ODU). In addition to her academic accomplishments, she is employed full-time as a Middle School Teacher.

Her dedication to baton twirling remains unwavering as she continues to coach with The Royalettes Baton Corps, and she is currently in pursuit of her NBTA Judging License. 

Outside of her professional and twirling commitments, Ashley enjoys quality time with her husband, Van, and their beloved dogs, Goose and Luna, during her free moments.

Secretary

Valerie Stevens has a deep-rooted history in baton twirling, having honed her skills with The Royalettes Baton Corps during her formative years. Her impressive twirling journey includes securing numerous state, regional, and national titles, including a notable victory in the Junior (Age 13-15) Beginner Pageant at Nationals. She

Secretary

Valerie Stevens has a deep-rooted history in baton twirling, having honed her skills with The Royalettes Baton Corps during her formative years. Her impressive twirling journey includes securing numerous state, regional, and national titles, including a notable victory in the Junior (Age 13-15) Beginner Pageant at Nationals. She also made significant contributions to The Royalettes by participating in various team performances and assuming the role of a student coach during her high school years.

Valerie's twirling prowess led her to serve as a featured twirler at James River High School and, later, as a prominent featured twirler at North Carolina State University (NCSU). She successfully obtained her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from NCSU and is currently engaged in full-time employment within Payroll Operations.

Beyond her professional commitments, Valerie dedicates her time to volunteering with "Wine, Women & Shoes," a charitable endeavor that supports the Bon Secours Violence Response Team. She calls Raleigh, NC, her home and finds joy in contributing to the NC State Wolfpack Twirlers, attending football games, and cherishing moments with her cherished dog, Macie.

Treasurer

Breanna Dufour, a former member of the Royalettes Baton Corps, boasts a remarkable record of winning numerous regional, state, and national titles, both as an individual performer and as a part of accomplished twirling teams. Breanna's twirling journey took her to The University of Virginia, where she served as a featured twirle

Treasurer

Breanna Dufour, a former member of the Royalettes Baton Corps, boasts a remarkable record of winning numerous regional, state, and national titles, both as an individual performer and as a part of accomplished twirling teams. Breanna's twirling journey took her to The University of Virginia, where she served as a featured twirler, showcasing her exceptional skills. During her time at UVA, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology and later achieved a Master of Science Degree in Athletic Training.

Breanna also contributed to the baton twirling community while in Charlottesville by coaching the Charlottesville Royalettes. Presently, she resides in Roanoke with her husband, Ryan, and their loyal companion, Miller, their dog. She dedicates her professional life to the field of athletic training, working full-time in this capacity and simultaneously embarking on the journey of starting her own business.

Member at Large

Spencer Fynaardt has an impressive baton twirling history, having been a part of the Royalettes Baton Corps alongside her two sisters and two God sisters. Her extensive list of accomplishments includes securing numerous regional, state, and national titles, both as an individual performer and as a member of accomplished tw

Member at Large

Spencer Fynaardt has an impressive baton twirling history, having been a part of the Royalettes Baton Corps alongside her two sisters and two God sisters. Her extensive list of accomplishments includes securing numerous regional, state, and national titles, both as an individual performer and as a member of accomplished twirling teams.

During her high school years, Spencer twirled for Clover Hill High School, further cementing her reputation as a talented twirler. Her journey continued at the University of Virginia, where she became a featured twirler with the Cavalier Marching Band. In pursuit of her academic interests, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.

Presently, Spencer resides in Charlottesville, where she holds the position of a Behavior Support Clinician. Her passion for twirling and dedication to the sport have led her to coach the Charlottesville Royalettes, a role she began during her college years at UVA and continues to this day.