CONTENTS Rallying the Crowd 4 Cheerleaders Then and Now 6 A Healthy Body and Attitude 8 Tryouts 10 Chants and Cheers 12 Jump Right In 14 The Thrill of the Stunt 16 Show Your Spirit 18 Are You Ready to Cheer 20 Glossary 22 To Learn More 23 Index 24
4 It’s time for the first football game of the season Excited fans fill the bleachers The cheerleaders are pumped up after weeks of practice They are ready to rally the crowd with their cheers and jumps The football team runs onto the field Fans stand up and shout The cheerleaders wave their pom poms School spirit is high Does this make you want to jump to your feet and cheer If you have a positive attitude are a team player and like performing in front of crowds cheerleading might be the sport for you As a member of a cheerleading squad you will work hard make new friends and have fun You will show team spirit and fire up fans every time you cheer RALLYING THE CROWD
Cheerleading Basics
In this title, readers will learn the basics of cheerleading and what it takes to become a champion cheerleader!