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33 TEAM BONDING IDEAS

33 TEAM BONDING IDEAS

By Kristen / August 31, 2026
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A Guide to Cheer Competition Hair and Makeup

A Guide to Cheer Competition Hair and Makeup

By Kristen / August 30, 2026
Ah, cheer competition morning—it’s a whole vibe, right? The early alarms, the scramble to get everything together, and let’s be...
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10 Things I Hate About Cheer

10 Things I Hate About Cheer

By Kristen / August 11, 2026
I always try to keep things positive around here, but sometimes a girl's gotta vent, right??! There are some things...
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Supporting Your Athlete Through a Mental Block 

Supporting Your Athlete Through a Mental Block 

By Stef Mason / May 13, 2025
Listen: |APPLE PODCASTS |SPOTIFY|AMAZON MUSIC Watch: YOUTUBE Let’s just get this out of the way: no one signs up for...
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What’s the deal with Pinning at Cheer Competitions?

What’s the deal with Pinning at Cheer Competitions?

By Kristen / January 6, 2025
If I could summarize a cheer competition in one sentence, I’d say that it’s emotionally charged, controlled chaos with hairspray...
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33 TEAM BONDING IDEAS

For your convenience, I have included links to the products I use in this post. I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links, at no cost to you. I only recommend products I would use myself!  Not to sound dramatic, but cheerleaders put their lives in each others' hands. The work they do requires trust, collaboration, and good, old-fashioned team spirit. That does not happen overnight! It takes time to build that trust, and team bondings are crucial to a successful cheer team. Here are some fun and creative ways to get the team together for a little fun. TAKE A SELFIE ... view the post

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A Guide to Cheer Competition Hair and Makeup

Ah, cheer competition morning—it’s a whole vibe, right? The early alarms, the scramble to get everything together, and let’s be honest, sometimes our girls come with a side of sass when the nerves kick in. It’s like they’re ready to take on the world, but first, we have to tackle hair and makeup! If you’ve ever found yourself navigating a full glam session while keeping calm amidst the chaos, you’re not alone. Today, I’m sharing my go-to hair and makeup tips and my favorite products for your athlete so she can hit that mat looking and feeling her absolute best. Let’s make this part of the day a little easier, shall ... view the post

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10 Things I Hate About Cheer

I always try to keep things positive around here, but sometimes a girl's gotta vent, right??! There are some things about cheer that just ain't right, and I'm spilling the tea on 10 things I hate about cheer. I can't believe how long I rambled about this! ... view the post

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Supporting Your Athlete Through a Mental Block 

Listen: |APPLE PODCASTS |SPOTIFY|AMAZON MUSIC Watch: YOUTUBE Let’s just get this out of the way: no one signs up for the emotional rollercoaster that is parenting a cheerleader. One minute, you’re coordinating hair accessories and private lessons, and the next, you're in deep conversations about mental blocks and sports psychology like it’s your part-time job. Welcome to the world of the cheer mom. In this episode of The Cheer Mom Podcast, we dive into the complicated, sometimes-panic-inducing world of mental blocks—those frustrating moments where a cheer athlete’s body and brain stop communicating. Featuring ... view the post