TWO schoolgirl gymnasts have landed a national title.

The moment of glory for Jane Critchley and Adele Mercer came in the Rhythmic Gymastics National Duets and Trios Competition at Burton-on-Trent.

The 13-year-old pupils of De La Salle High School pupils saw off competition from all over the country in the under 14s rope and hoop exercise section.

The youngsters are members of the Merseyside Rhythmic Gymnastics Club, based at Sutton High, where they are coached by Margaret White.

Jane's mother, Judith, said: "We are very proud of their achievement."

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