Some people say cheerleaders aren't athletes. What would you say to prove them wrong?
They're so much athletes, it's not even funny! Over 20 kids that I've coached during my 23 years of doing this have gone on to get full scholarships for gymnastics; some have gone on to become part of the US gymnastics team. It's one of the hardest sports and is one of the most dangerous sports where people get injured the most.

What's something about cheerleading that people might not know?
That it is a sport -- that it is a complete sport, a difficult one, one that requires trust, precision, gymnastics abilities. It's not something that's just cute girls in short skirts.

What about the stereotype of the ditzy cheerleader?
Not at all! As a matter of fact, the sport of cheerleading now, you can get full scholarships to college now based on your grades and your talent.

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