Take it from an experienced Team Mom: There are some pro tips and tricks of the trade that will help you get through the season with the information and extra "stuff" you need to survive. PRO TIP: OVER COMMUNICATE Communicate. Then communicate again. Then communicate the same thing in several different ways (a post in your group chat, an email, an in-person meeting, etc.) You're not being a bother. Some people didn't see it the first time. See my tips for how to communicate effectively with your team parents PRO TIP: EXTRA SPENDING FROM PARENTS It's always fun to do something a little extra for ... view the post
8 EASY CHEER TEAM GIFT IDEAS
From seasonal gifts to "good luck tokens" to let them know you're CHEERing them on at competitions, here are some affordable gifts team moms can give to all the athletes on your cheer team! UNIQUE CHARM BRACELET One season I gave each athlete a charm bracelet at the beginning of the season, and each time something special happened during the season I gave them a charm to add to their bracelet, with a special, inspirational message. It turned out so cute, and in total, cost about $10 each athlete, from start to finish. Charm ideas: first initial, "0" for hitting zero, a disney-themed charm, a mascot ... view the post
3 THINGS EVERY TEAM MOM NEEDS ON COMPETITION DAY
Cheer Competition Day can be stressful. Sometimes there are tears, sometimes there is a lot of screaming...and that's just us parents! I am a big advocate of having a "Team Mom" on every cheer team, to help parents and athletes stay calm and organized all day during competition events. And every Team Mom should never leave home without a survival kit on Competition Day! Here are 3 non-negotiable things that every Team Mom should have with her on the big day: 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 ... view the post
CHEER IS OFFICIALLY A SPORT. NOW WHAT?
Those of us who have been in the cheerleading world for any amount of time has probably faced criticism or at least the assumption that "cheer isn't a sport." I see many figures in cheerleading, spending so much of their time defending themselves as athletes. So when the announcement came last week that the International Olympic Committee has given cheerleading full recognition as a sport, everyone in cheerleading was talking about it. Not only does this announcement bring long-overdue recognition and legitimacy to our beloved sport, I think it could mean so much more. Want an idea of what the sport might ... view the post
