Both the JV and Varsity cheer teams spend their days practicing and preparing to perform at our school’s events. Football games, basketball games, and pep assemblies all require new cheers and dance routines that many times these girls come up with themselves. And sometimes their hard work goes unnoticed.
Abbey Schultz, a junior who has two years JV as well as almost a full year of Varsity and competition cheer under her belt, has lots of advice for those who are interested in the team and wonder what it takes to join. “Earning my Varsity spot took a lot of hard work and dedication because I had to work on my flexibility for jumps, which are a very important part of being on the team. All of the work pays off though because I’ve made so many memories with these girls that I wouldn’t trade for the world”.
Tryouts are always nerve-wracking, but developing a good relationship with her coach beforehand helped her out a lot. “Never be afraid to ask from help from the older girls, it may seem scary but they’ve been in your shoes before and are always opening to giving people pointers on how to improve”.
Time management is extremely important when it comes to being on the team. The girls have to perfect their new dances, cheers, and jumps before certain deadlines, which can be stressful sometimes. However, the team has a great environment and all the girls get along very well. “I love this team and I’m going to miss the seniors so much. Being on this team has brought so many great friends into my life and even if it may be stressful sometimes, I wouldn’t want it any other way”. Abbey is excited for the rest of this basketball and competition season and is looking forward to her senior cheer season and hopes for a great year full of lots of memories.
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