one part of a team who's job is to do something nearly impossible, and make it look like the easiest thing in the world...so the next time someone says that cheerleading looks easy, that just means the cheerleaders did their job.
by tonedd December 13, 2006
Get the cheerleadermug. a cheerleader is one who combines gymnastics, dance, yelling cardio, and jumping. Cheerleaders hold eachothers lives in their hands everyday and are underappreciated and stereotyped. Often, cheerleaders, are girls who show school spirit and motivate the players of the sport that she is cheering for.
I am in the top 10% of my class and am a damn good cheerleader who doesn't get under the sheets with every guy she sees so don't think all cheerleaders do. Although, i do happen to have a soft spot for football players!!
by sexicheerchic18 December 13, 2006
Get the cheerleadermug. A girl - in some cases a male - who cheers on her school's athletic teams. Although this is the most popular type of cheerleader, there are also competition cheerleaders, who do not cheer for teams, but rather against other squads.
Though female cheerleaders are stereotypically known as stuck up, airheaded bimbos, this is not true in all cases. These girls would have the same personality whether they are cheerleaders or not. It just so happens that they are cheerleaders.
Male cheerleaders are usually considered "gay" which is, again, not always the case.
Though many outside of the cheerleading community consider it to be a sport for those who are not athletically inclined, in reality it is a very challenging sport. For many squads, you must have a background in tumbling (gymnastics) and must be able to do at least a back handspring.
There are many different cheers which you must remember at any given moment during a cheerleading function (whether it's a pep rally, game, etc.). You need to be able to lift girls up in the air when asked and be ready to catch them in case something goes wrong. For some squads, it's necessary to have at least a rudimentary knowledge of different types of dance, and you'll need to be able to perform in sync with the other girls on your squad.
Most squads practice 2 or more times a week, and it's a large responsiblity to show up at every practice on time or early.
Jumps are also very important for cheerleading purposes, and are also required for most squads, in order to try out. One must perfect their toe-touch (also known as a Russian), herkie, and pike, to name a few.
In addition, most cheerleading squads are responsible for painting all signs (including run-through signs, which the atheletic teams run through at the begining of the game) which are used at games. This requires at least a little bit of artistic knowledge.
There are a few different "positions" (so to say) which cheerleaders may be assigned. Some are flyers (those which are lifted up in the air in mounts, pyramids, and lifts), there are bases (the mainframe of bases and mounts), backs (they direct the lifts and help the bases), spotters (those who stand behind and/or around lifts, mounts and bases, and are there to catch the fliers in the case that something happens). There are also tumblers, who perform gymnastics.
Depending on the size of the squad, different girls may switch positions (some bases can also be used as backs, some fliers can be used as tumblers, etc.).
In conclusion, cheerleaders are very dedicated to their sport and teams. In many cases, cheerleaders create lifetime friendships because of their closeness and sense of unity through cheerleading practices, games, etc.
Though female cheerleaders are stereotypically known as stuck up, airheaded bimbos, this is not true in all cases. These girls would have the same personality whether they are cheerleaders or not. It just so happens that they are cheerleaders.
Male cheerleaders are usually considered "gay" which is, again, not always the case.
Though many outside of the cheerleading community consider it to be a sport for those who are not athletically inclined, in reality it is a very challenging sport. For many squads, you must have a background in tumbling (gymnastics) and must be able to do at least a back handspring.
There are many different cheers which you must remember at any given moment during a cheerleading function (whether it's a pep rally, game, etc.). You need to be able to lift girls up in the air when asked and be ready to catch them in case something goes wrong. For some squads, it's necessary to have at least a rudimentary knowledge of different types of dance, and you'll need to be able to perform in sync with the other girls on your squad.
Most squads practice 2 or more times a week, and it's a large responsiblity to show up at every practice on time or early.
Jumps are also very important for cheerleading purposes, and are also required for most squads, in order to try out. One must perfect their toe-touch (also known as a Russian), herkie, and pike, to name a few.
In addition, most cheerleading squads are responsible for painting all signs (including run-through signs, which the atheletic teams run through at the begining of the game) which are used at games. This requires at least a little bit of artistic knowledge.
There are a few different "positions" (so to say) which cheerleaders may be assigned. Some are flyers (those which are lifted up in the air in mounts, pyramids, and lifts), there are bases (the mainframe of bases and mounts), backs (they direct the lifts and help the bases), spotters (those who stand behind and/or around lifts, mounts and bases, and are there to catch the fliers in the case that something happens). There are also tumblers, who perform gymnastics.
Depending on the size of the squad, different girls may switch positions (some bases can also be used as backs, some fliers can be used as tumblers, etc.).
In conclusion, cheerleaders are very dedicated to their sport and teams. In many cases, cheerleaders create lifetime friendships because of their closeness and sense of unity through cheerleading practices, games, etc.
Kate: Are you trying out for cheerleading this year, Amy?
Amy: Definitely - I had so much fun last year, and I think I'll be able to make it onto the Varsity squad, this year.
Kate: That's good, I hope you make it! The Varsity cheerleaders are great.
Amy: Definitely - I had so much fun last year, and I think I'll be able to make it onto the Varsity squad, this year.
Kate: That's good, I hope you make it! The Varsity cheerleaders are great.
by SarahCurlyGirl December 12, 2006
Get the cheerleadermug. 1. you can't be stupid if your a cheerleader, everyone seems to think so. but if you fail classes you'll get kicked off.
2. you usually have to be fairly strong, they have to lift people over their heads when stunting.
3. you usually have to be flexible, id like half the people who are saying bad things about cheerleaders try to be one for a day, they'd fail, lets see them do the splits.
4. they arnt all blonde, im a cheerleader and i have brown hair?
5. they arnt all preppy, i have girls on my squad that arnt preppy outside of cheerleading practice and games.
6. they have to have balance. half they girls get thrown up in the air, again.. id like to see some of the people who are saying bad things do that.
oh and last. you dont have to be pretty or skinny, its not like its a rule or something.
2. you usually have to be fairly strong, they have to lift people over their heads when stunting.
3. you usually have to be flexible, id like half the people who are saying bad things about cheerleaders try to be one for a day, they'd fail, lets see them do the splits.
4. they arnt all blonde, im a cheerleader and i have brown hair?
5. they arnt all preppy, i have girls on my squad that arnt preppy outside of cheerleading practice and games.
6. they have to have balance. half they girls get thrown up in the air, again.. id like to see some of the people who are saying bad things do that.
oh and last. you dont have to be pretty or skinny, its not like its a rule or something.
by PRINCESS; January 22, 2007
Get the cheerleadermug. hardworking girls who give it all they qot. girls who work hard to raise money for their school like washing 456 cars . who are their for the football players when no one else cheers them on. who represents their school and who works hard all year around to give it all they have in 3 mins. If you thought cheerleading was all about waving pompoms, dazzling costumes, and incredible stunts, think again. For those who have been there and done that, cheerleading is a lot more. It's about team spirit, practice, discipline, and exuberance.A cheerleader isn't the prettiest girl or the most popular girl. She is a girl who loves to cheer and does it with her whole mind, heart, and soul.It's not the glitz of the uniform that matters, but the spirit that shines within it.We may make it look easy, but like all sports it takes hard work and dedication. Next time someone tells you cheerleading is easy, tell them to do your routine and then get back to you. There is no halftime for cheerleaders! Cheerleading is a way of life, shared by a chosen few, It is working as a unit in everything you do. Cheerleading is rivalry, the competition makes you strong, It is sharing secrets and tears, learning to get along. Cheerleading is that ongoing drive to be the very best, It is patience, perseverance, and very little rest. Cheerleading is having poise and charm with every word you say, It is total dedication twenty-four hours a day. It is always being ready with encouragement or a smile, Cheerleading is your chance to express your individual style. Cheerleading is reaching out to comfort a sister who is sad, It is defending each other in the good times and the bad. Cheerleaders are always there whenever someone asks, They treasure the present moment and let go of the past. Cheerleading is a talent to be able to shine on cue, It is hiding the pain and anguish that if only people knew. Cheerleaders after all, are real people that sometimes get down, but when they're in the spotlight, they must never put on a frown. Cheerleaders are actresses, always ready to go, That is why it is important for all the world to know. Not every girl can be a cheerleader, it takes a special kind, Cheerleaders are full of life and a little bit out of their mind. so before you think cheerleading stupid and label it , try to lift someone in ther air or tumble and flip cheer up the crowd when your loosing the game and even when your school put you down and doesnt care you still stand by their side and cheer for them . ihts not always easy being a cheerleader but we do it anyway
girl: why do you cheer ?
cheerleader: because it my life and just being out there cheering for my school and standing by my squads side is worth all the sweat, bruises, broken bones , and 24/7 practice just to give it all wee got and represent our school for 2.5 mins
girl: sounds like hardwork
cheerleader: yeah but its worth it
cheerleader: because it my life and just being out there cheering for my school and standing by my squads side is worth all the sweat, bruises, broken bones , and 24/7 practice just to give it all wee got and represent our school for 2.5 mins
girl: sounds like hardwork
cheerleader: yeah but its worth it
by cheerleader who works hard May 16, 2009
Get the cheerleadermug. a girl who likes to dance yell and put a smile on everyone elses face,,,,, oh and by the way not all cheerleaders are stupid or slutty.im a cheerleader and still get high honor roll in my all honors classes, top 20 in my class
by goobiethegoober December 13, 2006
Get the cheerleadermug. stuck up bitch who thinks she is better then everyone.
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by topher 14 October 3, 2008
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