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Resources that are on the Subject of Chearleading

Cheerleaders have several reputations. Some of these reputations are deserved. Other parts of the reputation are not. A coach who leads a team of cheerleaders does not need to worry about the reputation. What she wants are resources that can help her lead the team get ahead. There are a number of different resources. Because [...]

Competitive Cheerleading in High School for Football and Basketball

Competitive Cheerleading is becoming a top sport for young women in high school. Cheerleading is comprised of dance, stunts, gymnastics, and cheering for fans and players. High school cheerleading squads help motivate players while encouraging fan participation. You can usually find cheerleaders on the sidelines during football and basketball games, inviting you to chant along [...]

A Look at Young Girls Cheerleading in Upper Elementary School

Upper Elementary School cheerleading programs are beginning to increase in numbers around the country. The drive for competitive cheerleading is driving this change, but everyone wants to give student athletes something that they can do besides just attending schools. It is important to note though that competitive cheerleading stunts and dangerous activities do take a [...]

Appropriate Uniforms for Cheerleaders in High School

There have been several news stories in the past month that have brought up the debate concerning appropriate cheerleading attire. These stories stem from a team of high school cheerleaders who were forced to disband because it was deemed by school administrators that their skirts were too short. Haven’t cheerleading uniforms always been short? Why [...]