Dolphins Allison Will Appear As Miss January
We were very lucky to corner 2nd-year veteran Allison for a chat regarding the 2016 MDC Swimsuit Calendar. The unveiling and fashion show will be Friday, September 18th at the North Club, Sun Life Stadium. Get your tickets and/or order your calendar at DolphinsCheerleaders.com/Unveiling.
UC–A swimsuit gig seems to be easy–describe the “behind the photo reality”.
Allison – It’s easy to have fun during a photo shoot but there is definitely a lot going on behind the scenes in order to get the perfect shot! We spend multiple hours getting our hair and makeup done. I also make sure that I always eat a healthy breakfast and complete a short ab workout just to get my blood flowing. When the photo shoot begins, I am always a little bit nervous at first, but I just have to shake it off and find my confidence. I have to be very aware of my body and what poses work best for me. It seems like you’re thinking about 100 things at once such as what face you are making in the photos, the way your hair is blowing in the wind, the way your swimsuit is fitting and all of the helpful directions that we get from our Miami Dolphins photographers and directors. Above all, it’s so much fun to be comfortable in your own skin and I always look forward to seeing the finished product!
UC–Regarding your military tour trip last year–what were your take-a-ways?
Allison – It was the most amazing experience of my entire life! I have such a better understanding for what our men and women in the military are going through every day. Having the chance to walk alongside them as they go through their daily activities was so interesting and informative. I also truly enjoyed getting to know them on a personal basis as well! We also had a lot of fun participating in different events such as ping pong tournaments and singing karaoke! Knowing that I was able to make an impact on their lives was definitely the most rewarding experience of the entire trip!
UC–Have you developed a favorite community initiative or charity with the Dolphins?
Allison – I absolutely love participating in Toys for Tots with the Dolphins! Last Christmas, we brought in enough toys to fill an entire U-haul truck! Being able to give back to the children in need in our South Florida community is such an amazing feeling. I’m already looking forward to giving gifts this year!
UC–Describe game day preparations.
Allison – Game day is something that we prepare for weeks in advance! We arrive to the stadium about 4 hours before the game begins so that we are able to stretch, touch up our hair and makeup and dress in our uniforms. We also participate in a number of appearances before the game begins, such as small group performances and autograph signings! After the appearances are complete, we head back into our studio to do a full run through of our routines for the game. Our adrenaline is pumping and we are all so excited to take the field!
UC–One thing fans would be surprised to learn about is . . .?
Allison – I used to be a ballerina! I danced at a studio for 15 years in South Florida. Sometimes we are able to take time to practice our dance technique by learning unique combinations that are very different from the routines that you see on the field!
Allison is FAU graduate with a degree in Business and Hospitality
Allison in 2014 preseason game versus Dallas
Allison visited our military in Afghanistan, Kuwait and Djibouti in her rookie year
