Cheer Coach Confessions

At the beginning of this month, Caliente walked onto the competition floor for the very first time in gym history. New routines. New confidence. New nerves. For many of these athletes, it was a “first”—their first time competing this level, their first time trusting the process, their first time realizing just how much they had grown since […]

November is the season of reflection — a time to slow down, be thankful, and push through that final stretch before the holidays. For cheerleaders, it’s also a month where the grind is real. You’re juggling school, practices, and maybe even the start of competition season. But through the chaos, there’s so much to be

September always feels like a reset button. Summer is behind us, school is back in full swing, and cheer season is moving from preseason energy into real preparation. This is the time when routines matter most—and learning how to balance it all can set the tone for the rest of your year.  Find Your Rhythm

There’s something special about the start of a new school year. It’s not just a return to routine—it’s a chance to start fresh, set new goals, and become an even better version of yourself. Whether you’re stepping into a classroom, practice, or a brand-new environment, this season is your opportunity to reset. To realign. To reimagine

Summer is the perfect time to build a stronger foundation for the season ahead. Whether you’re flying, basing, or flipping, strength and body control are key to safe and successful stunting and tumbling. The best part? You don’t need a gym to get started! Here are 4 simple, effective exercises you can do right at home to

Starting a new All Star cheer program at Top Cheer Talent is about more than stunts, routines, and trophies—it’s about creating a space where athletes grow, gain confidence, and discover what they’re truly capable of. At the heart of cheerleading is a powerful blend of discipline, teamwork, resilience, and joy. Whether it’s a flyer learning to trust

Earlier this month, I had the incredible opportunity to host a Cheer Coach Camp from May 2–4—a powerful few days filled with learning, laughter, leadership, and lots of love for cheer. This wasn’t just any camp. It was a gathering of passionate, driven women who are shaping the future of cheerleading in their communities. Coaches

April is here, and that means college nationals are right around the corner.  Next week, BUCS Cheer and Dance head down to Daytona to compete for a national title. We work all season (August-April), growing our skills and repping our routine. Hours and hours of work for just 2 minutes and 15 seconds.  Here are

As I sit on the bus on my way to the Big South Basketball Tournament with my college spirit teams, I cannot help but reflect on the last three years with the Bucs.  In 2022, I started coaching BUCS Cheer with only 13 athletes. The program was only focused on Game Day and Daytona was

We are deep into Daytona Season for BUCS Cheer. It has been a wild ride coaching 2 teams to go to College Nationals in Daytona, but I would not have it any other way. Outside of drilling skills and going full out, I would say two things have really been standing out with my teams…