APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | YOUTUBE Cheer is a physically demanding sport that requires extreme dedication, hard work, and a fierce team dynamic. And for those who choose to be crossovers or double team for two All Star teams, the challenge doubles. But is it all worth it? In this episode, I’m breaking down the pros and cons of being a crossover on a cheer team, and talk about things you, your athlete, and your family should consider before making a commitment to being a crossover. Ultimately, the decision to become a crossover should be made with careful consideration, and I'll provide insight to help you make ... view the post
How Team Moms Can Ask Cheer Parents for Money with Confidence
This blog post is sponsored by Cheddar Up. Even though they paid for this post, I only recommend products and services that I LOVE! As a team mom, you know that managing payments and collecting money from cheer parents can be a hassle. I feel like team moms in the group chat are always singing the lyrics from that one Rhianna song where she’s like, “pay me what you owe me.” Between coordinating coaches' gifts, admission fees for team bonding events, and end-of-season treats, it can be overwhelming to keep track of who owes what and when and let’s not even get started on how awkward it feels to keep asking for money ... view the post
Let’s Talk Cheer
This week I am replaying a conversation that I had with Jason Larkins on the Let's Talk Cheer podcast, so I thought it'd be fun to play that on this podcast. If you don't already listen to Let's Talk Cheer. Jason does a great job. He has some phenomenal guests on his podcast, and he really knows what he's talking about. We recorded this a while back, but this is such a timely episode for tryouts. We talk about how Jason does team placements at his gym, and what we believe "trust the process" really means. So enjoy this conversation and check out Jason and the Let's Talk Cheer podcast. ... view the post
Behind the Scenes at the All Star World Championship
In this episode, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the All Star World Championship. I share my experience, and mini-interviews with the event producers and founders, giving us insights into how they organize the event and what goes on behind the scenes and how they overcome create a seamless experience for everyone involved. If you're a fan of end-of-season All-Star cheer events or just want to learn more about what it takes to put on a world-class cheer competition, then this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now for an exclusive look at the All Star World Championship! ... view the post
