Get Organized
No matter what grade you’re heading into, there’s something exciting about going back to school! The start of a new school year brings the opportunity to have a fresh start. Check out these tips [...]
5 Things You’ll Only Understand if You’ve Been to NCA Summer Camp
The sun is setting on another amazing year at NCA Summer Camps across the country. For many of us, summer traditions go far beyond our time at cheer camp. The games, memories, team bonding [...]
All-American Journey
Seventeen-year-old, school-wide favorite, Layne Redeagle proves her strength through her unwavering character and exemplary attitude. The Bella Vista High School Varsity Cheer squad does not recognize her for her Down Syndrome, but for her [...]
Plan Your Work, Work Your Plan
As we begin another new season, it’s the perfect time to reevaluate and reset your goals. Just as you have grading sheets with clearly defined objectives and guidelines for school projects, applying that same [...]
DON’T Drop the Spirit Stick
“GO LIONS!” The routine ended with a solid Heel Stretch pyramid and an impressive tumbling pass across the front. The room erupted with applause from the campers seated on the ground in front of [...]
3 Cheers for Alma High School
At Alma High School, cheerleading means more than just performing new stunts and dances on Friday nights. Cheerleading means giving back, inspiring the next generation and using spirit to make an impact. Every year, [...]
Wishes Come True
This year Rock Canyon High School, of Highlands Ranch, Co. is celebrating 10 years of granting wishes in partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The RCHS cheerleaders and their peers have raised over $570,000 and [...]
Lending a Helping Hand
Imagine this. You’re finally on your way to the National High School Cheerleading Championship, full of excitement and nerves. As you board and step off each flight, the emotions only build. Once you arrive [...]
Embracing Audrey
“Awesome” is the word that comes to mind when Audrey Chisholm talks about her team, the Mokena Burros recreational cheerleading squad. A strong squad with a winning tradition, this team is all about inclusivity. [...]
50 Thoughts You Have While Your Mom Does Your Cheer Hair
Here we go again, Janet. Brace yourself for impact. Wait. Let me grab a snack first. Is it safe to use this much hairspray? Of course she forgot her bobby pins. Rookie mistake, girlfriend. These [...]
Everybody Needs a Buddy
Everybody needs to feel like a somebody, and everybody needs a buddy! Each September for the past 10 years, the Pasco High School cheerleaders make it their goal to raise money and awareness for [...]
Coach Conflict
How to Handle Disagreements with Your Coach As cheerleaders, these seem to follow us everywhere, am I right? Well, I have news for you: these don’t follow us because we are cheerleaders, but because [...]
Holiday Inspired Team Bonding Games
What better way to bond with teammates than with a festive, holiday party? Playing games is a great way to celebrate the season while promoting teamwork and firing up your competitive juices. Try these 12 [...]
Plan the Perfect Holiday Hiatus
The holiday season is finally here! As you finish your finals and bid adieu to your desk, the kickoff to kicking your feet up draws closer. Along with festive décor, gingerbread cookies, and the [...]
Organizing For Your Personality Type
For some people, getting organized and staying that way seems to be a natural talent. But for the rest of us? Getting organized can be an intimidating, near impossible task. The truth is, there’s [...]