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Auburn University Cheerleaders Doing a Diamond Head Stunt

Here you'll find a collection of cheerleading stunt photos. From an arabesque to a cupie, there is a wide variety of stunts performed by different levels of cheerleaders.

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Blood, Sweat and Cheers - Guide Review

Tuesday December 8, 2009

With Pop Warner Cheer Nationals in full swing right now, this DVD/movie is particularly timely. It's a heartwarming story of a Pop Warner cheerleading squad's journey to nationals in Orlando, FL. And after watching it, I believe you'll come away with a new respect for recreational cheerleading squads and Pop Warner's exceptional cheerleading programs. Learn more about Blood, Sweat and Cheers here.

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Conquering Competitions

Sunday December 6, 2009

Competitions have become a big part of cheerleading and a competition squad can invest hundreds of hours, tons of effort and lots of hard-earned money in competing. So, whether your next competition is local or national, across town or across the county, here are some tips to make it go off without a hitch.

Quotes About Cheerleading

Friday December 4, 2009

Submitted by: Brittney
"A squad is only as strong as their weakest cheerleader."
Submitted by: Elizabeth
"It's your attitude, not your aptitude that determines your altitude."
Submitted by: Rilee
"No fear, just cheer!"
Submitted by: Joey
"1 Team, 1 Sound, 1 Mind, 1 Stunt."
Submitted by: Staci
"Cheer Camp = $800
Cheer Uniforms = $200
Cheer Shoes = $100
Seeing your daughter cheer, stunt, tumble and dance = Priceless..."

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Do You Know Your Cheerleading Jumps?

Wednesday December 2, 2009

The Side Hurdler, the Front Hurdler and the Herkie are often confused. Do you know the differences in these jumps?
Photo - Side Hurdler - Straight leg in Toe Touch position; bent leg level with your hip with knee pointing forward.
Photo - Front Hurdler - Straight leg in front of your face (knee almost touching your nose); bent leg pointing down to the ground.
Photo - Herkie - Straight leg in Toe Touch position; bent leg pointing down to the ground.

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