American Cheerleader Magazine

Ashley Tisdale Extras!

Hollywood Hottie Ashley Tisdale shows us what it takes to be a Hellcat. By Brittany Geragotelis [caption id="attachment_6122" align="alignright" width="199" caption="Check out the photo gallery at the bottom of the page!"][/caption] Butterflies fluttered around in my stomach as I recognized the number on my caller ID. “Hi! This is Ashley Tisdale,” a peppy yet friendly voice announced across the line after I answered. When I mentioned to the actress that this was the third time I’ve interviewed her for AC, she answered with a chuckle, “I know! It’s so cool!” Funny, because that’s exactly how I’d describe Ashley. She’s just so cool. After talking to ...

October COM: Jenny Blake

Meet Cheerleader of the Month (and Cardinal cheerleader) Jenny Blake! By Brittany Geragotelis It’s no secret that Jenny Blake is comfortable in front of a crowd. With her fiery red hair and intense charisma, she can’t help but stand out. What you may not know is that this 21-year-old nearly missed out on the chance to put on the University of Louisville uniform. “I didn’t make the UofL team my freshman year,” says Jenny. “I tried out as a base, not realizing that college tops are bigger than the fifth-graders I was used to basing in all-stars. And since I never cheered ...

Hair 911!

Repair your hair with tips from celebrity stylist Gavin Harwin. By Marisa Walker Summer’s over, and after all your months of fun in the sun, chances are your hair is paying the price. Sun, sweat, chlorine and salt water can leave your locks dry, brittle and dull. Breathe new life into your tresses with these expert tips from Gavin Harwin, an NYC–based stylist who’s worked with renowned fashion designers like Reem Acra, Cythia Rowley, Fendi and Costume National, as well as celebrity clients like Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus. AC: After a summer of sun, chlorine and salt water, how can we ...

Why I Love My College Cheer Career

College cheerleaders discuss all the positives of their programs by Jessica Spitale Mitch Watkins: Mississippi State University I'm approaching my fourth and last year of cheering at Mississippi State University, and I've experienced so much. I've cheered at all the football games, seen the majority of all other Southeastern Conference (SEC) schools, traveled across the country for basketball tournaments and participated in annual trips to Disney World to compete against squads from across the country at UCA College Nationals. On these trips, I've made new friends while still being able to keep in touch with the old friends I cheered with in high ...

Pop Quiz

How will you choose your career after cheer? By Kathleen Hager Once you hit high school, you’re given some freedom when it comes to choosing classes each semester, which makes you think a little harder about what interests you. And once you start researching colleges, the future will inch its way even closer to the front of your mind. You may be thinking about which collegiate cheer uniform you’d die to sport on the mat, but a large part of your decision should be based on the question your first-grade teacher asked years ago: “What do you want to be when you ...

How To Decorate Your Dorm

Design the dorm room of your dreams by Brittany Perskin Starting college is a very exciting time, but it also brings many changes. One of the biggest adjustments can be moving from your spacious, cozy bedroom into a small, empty dorm—not the best trade. However, there’s a positive side! This is your chance to start from scratch, call out your inner designers and create the dorm room of your dreams. Here are a few tips, and several great finds, that should make decorating fun and easy and leave you with a room you can’t wait to show off to your new friends. Bedding Since ...

Operation Beautiful

by Brittany Geragotelis Do you ever find yourself saying, “There’s nothing I can do to change the world”? Well, if so, get ready to bite your tongue, because we have proof that one person can make a difference. Sick of the way women let their inner bully’s beat up on their self-esteem, 24-year-old Caitlin Boyle wrote a note on a Post-It reminding herself that, “You are beautiful!” and then left it on the mirror of a public restroom. What resulted was a global movement of positive thinking as women all over began to leave their own notes of encouragement for strangers who ...

End Your Summer with a Bang

by Amanda Pecora Summer's coming to an end which means school's just beginning. Take advantage of your last few weeks of freedom and do all the summer activities that you’ll miss when the cold weather arrives. Here are a few ideas to get you started. - One last road trip: Take a drive with friends to a place you’ve always wanted to go to. This will be a memorable end to your summer. - One last beach getaway: Pack a picnic lunch, slather on the sunscreen and hit the shore. You’ll be yearning for that salty smell, warm sand and sound of the ...

Tales of Giving Back

A Cheer New York squad member shares the importance of community service. by Joey Beebe, Cheer New York I didn’t begin my life as a cheerleader and I certainly never thought I would get paid to be one, but that just goes to show how unexpected life can be. I was a dancer, gymnast and runner in high school, which turned out to be the right combination of skills I needed to eventually become a cheerleader. One summer, my gymnastics coach invited me to go to cheerleading camp with her team as an assistant coach. I had a lot of catching up to ...

Start a Squad at your School

Give your athletes the support and spirit they deserve By Brittany Perskin There are many high schools across the country with athletic teams but no cheer squad. Can you imagine? The students don’t know what they’re missing. Or do they? If you attend one of these cheer-less schools and want to show your spirit on the sidelines, look no further. Here’s your guide to starting a squad at your school. Find a supportive staff member. It’s important to have assistance and support from a faculty member. This teacher doesn’t have to be a former cheerleader, just someone who thinks a ...