CONTENTS Chapter one The Right Gear for the Job 4 Chapter two Cheer Uniforms 10 Chapter three Cheer Style 14 Chapter four Props and Tools 22 Glossary 30 For More Information 31 Index 32 About the Author 32
one The Right Gear FO R T H E J O B Cheerleaders are athletes They push their bodies to the limit as they leap dance and tumble Their gear is designed to keep them safe during practices and performances Some cheerleaders cheer for school sports teams They lead fans in chants and cheers Some school cheerleading teams also go to cheer competitions Teams compete in front of judges and large crowds Some cheerleaders cheer on recreation league teams Recreation leagues are for kids who want to play sports outside of school Recreation cheerleaders cheer for athletes in the league Recreation cheerleaders can also enter competitions lege cheerleaders prepare to get the Col fans excited
