Photo: Vicki Dill
Jan 12, 2016
25 seconds can make or break your routine. The opening of your team’s routine is no different than making a great first impression on a date or a job interview. You’ve got to jam pack the opening with visual excitement, energy, showmanship as well as making sure every second is choreographed in a purposeful manner. With only two and a half minutes it’s important to strategically exhibit the necessary skills to maximize your scoresheet without wasting any eight counts on fluff. The following teams, whether they were Level 1 or Level 5, had attention getting openings that also racked up points. Take notes and make sure your team’s opening is one that will be remembered. Watch the full routines in our video archives.
Dec 27, 2015
Tis the season to give back…but for most cheerleaders, everyday is a good time to give back. Cheerleaders know that when groups of enthusiastic people come together, for a cause, we have the power to make a difference. We may not be able to change the world, but we might change the world for one person or animal. Philanthropy isn’t seasonal…it’s stylish year ‘round. So don’t wait for a holiday - EVERY day is the perfect day to give back! Here are just a few examples of the amazing generosity happening in our cheer community throughout every season:
Dec 24, 2015
Photo: Blue Ribbon NewsBy Jennifer Uselton
Dec 18, 2015
What is that judge THINKING? Coaches, athletes and parents commonly ask this question after every competition, and we are sure to hear it at this weekend's Spirit Celebration Christmas Classic. Judges go through an intensive testing and credentialing system to ensure that their judging is consistent across the board from event to event. Nevertheless each judge has a style they prefer, their own pet peeves and a perspective uniquely their own. Donna Snyder, a 27 year veteran in the world of judging let us pick her brain and find out what she and many other judges are thinking about YOUR routine.
Dec 17, 2015
SATURDAY COMPETITION SCHEDULE:
Dec 16, 2015
By Jennifer Uselton
The Spirit Celebration Christmas Classic in Dallas, Texas is one of the final Worlds Bid events during 2015, and with 14 total bids being given out, it is certain to be both intense and chock full of talent glittered talent.
Dec 15, 2015
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Dec 13, 2015
Spirit Celebration’s Christmas Classic on Dec. 19-20 is not only a Worlds Bid event, but it promises to showcase some of the best talent from around the globe.
Dec 10, 2015
Spirit Nationals is a family first affair for many of our spotlighted athletes competing at this Worlds Bid event in New Jersey. Team members spend so much time together that quite often they begin to treat each other like family - which means they get “REAL” with one another. But in the case of many of our spotlighted athletes this weekend they really do have a family tree that intertwines. In addition, personal struggles can form a bond amongst team members that will make them “family” even if they don’t share the same bloodline.
Dec 5, 2015
