2010 Pro Bowl Representatives: The St. Louis Rams Cheerleaders
As top NFL players were collecting votes and long before St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson knew he would be packing his bags for Miami Gardens, Florida, Rams cheerleader Shannon was already well aware of her plans for January 31, 2010. In November, Shannon, a well deserving candidate, was selected to represent the Rams cheerleading squad at the 2010 Pro Bowl.
For both players and cheerleaders, being in the Pro Bowl is an honor that requires a fine blend of hard work, dedication and talent. Long after the Rams 2009 season comes to a close, Shannon will still be preparing and learning new routines. By now, she has been in contact with the league and soon will get a DVD on the dances she will have to learn. Shannon says, “It’s going to take lots of practicing because I want to make sure I go down there prepared. It’s going to be a busy week, so I want to make sure I stay healthy and exercise so I am ready.”
Shannon has received some advice from Valerie, the Rams representative at the 2009 Pro Bowl and is also looking forward to receiving a packet of information former Pro Bowl cheerleaders are putting together for the 2010 squad. When asked about being chosen to represent the organization, Shannon said, “I was very surprised. There are so many girls on the team who deserve to go and it was an honor to be chosen.”
Shannon learned she would be making her first Pro Bowl appearance while sh was featured at the November 15, game against the Saints. Shannon said, “My mom and grandma were at the game so it was nice to have people there to share it with me.” Cheerleader Coordinator Theresa Mancini speaks highly of Shannon and is very confident in the Rams’ decision to send Shannon to the Pro Bowl. Mancini says, “Shannon is an outstanding member of the squad and we’re thrilled to hav her represent the Rams. Her personality, performance ability and professionalism make her an all-around great representative.”
