A New York Titans Siren
In the midst of their second season, The Quinnipiac IceCats are the cheerleaders for Quinnipiac University Division 1 Mens Ice Hockey Team. The IceCats skate, perform, dance, and throw T-shirts during games, and also travel with the team to community events and hold many fundraisers and charitable drives.
Are there any other College “Ice Girl” Teams out there? I hope our knowledgeable readers can answer that question.
Even though you see the IceCats on a basketball court, they do only cheer for the hockey team. This was a one-time appearance at Midnight Madness where all the school’s cheerleaders performed.
Are you ready for auditions?
Throwback Cheer launched in September 2012 with Fab Fitness. Jaqui, a former Redskins Cheerleader and now CEO of Throwback Cheer, LLC reflects on the past few several months:
“The Fab Fitness classes focus on lean legs and core strengthening as well as amazing choreography by alumni NFL and NBA instructors.” It has been amazing! I’m still overwhelmed by all the new & aspiring faces AND alumni who continue to come each week and put their WERK in!!
Now with auditions around the corner, Jaqui says ‘Ladies from anywhere can audition for PRO teams…I hope they all are prepping now!’ I constantly am asked about what I believe is the key to making a team, and I truly believe you can only control what you showcase at an audition. Your LOOK, fitness, technique and muscle memory are all very important; you can work on all these things year round. After that, you can only pray that the organization is looking for YOU. Regardless, I would always want to leave knowing I did my absolute best. And that experience makes each audition so special.
‘I’m excited to launch Throwback Cheer Virtual GLAM!’ Each month a minimum of 5 routines are loaded onto ThrowbackCheer.com. These routines are all taught count-by-count and then performed full out by alumni NFL and NBA cheerleaders. Anyone, including aspiring cheerleaders, college and/or semi – PRO teams, etc., can log in and access these routines 24 hours/day and 7 days/week. ‘So many ladies cannot make it to a Fab Fitness location for class…So, we found another solution.’
Jaqui declares that Virtual GLAM will not replace practice in a group setting but is amazing preparation for muscle memory and also learning directly from a PRO. ‘I’d rather make my initial mistakes at home or in a ‘safe’ place before going anywhere important and trying to ‘pick it up’.
Keep up with Throwback Cheer on Facebook.
Congratulations to four-year veteran Nicole!
A Gotham City Cheerleader
Congratulation to four-year veteran and Boise State University graduate Tara!
The Lady Eagles are a professional dance team that represent the American Indoor Football (AIF) Washington Eagles Football Team. The Washington Eagles will enter their first season of play in April 2013. The dance team will perform and entertain Washington Eagles fans at all homes games, local events, community service events and other Washington Eagles related activities. The team is under the direction of Bea Codjoe and former Miami Dolphins Cheerleader and Washington Wizards Dancer, Kristena Wright.
Non refundable audition fee: $20
When: Sunday January 20th, 2013
Doors Open at 12:00pm
Auditions will be begin at 1:00 pm sharp
Where:
The Gardens Ice House ( 2nd level, Gym)
13800 Gunpowder Road
Laurel, MD 20707
What we’re looking for:
Showmanship, personality, energy, and enthusiasm!
Professionalism and maturity
Well-spoken dancers to represent the Washington Eagles in the community
Dance technique and style
Consistent positive attitude
Strong teamwork skills
Physical fitness and personal appearance
Ability and desire to commit for ONE FULL YEAR
**All participants must be able to pick up on Jazz, Hip Hop and Contemporary dance choreography at an advanced pace**
Attire:
Dance or athletic half-top (stomach must be showing)
Hot pants, dance trunks, or shorts (no full or capri length pants)
Dance sneakers, tennis shoes, or jazz shoes with non-marking sole
Requirements:
Must have a full/part time Job or attend college full/part time
18 Years of Age by January 2013 (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Must have reliable transportation
Additional Info:
Please come full hair and make up ready (Photo Ready)
All dancers must attend all practices (Sunday afternoons and one week day practice), all home games, and community/charitable appearances.
For more info on our upcoming auditions, please email the director at ladyeagles@washingtoneaglesfootball.com
For more information on The Lady Eagles Dance Team and the Washington Eagles Organization, please visit our website at: www.washingtoneaglesfootball.com
About the Choreographer:
Kristena Wright has been dancing since the age of 2 and competing since the age of 7. Having been a military brat, she trained in a wide range of styles including: ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, pointe, african, baton, acrobatics, and hip hop, with studios in Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, and California. In high school she started her cheerleading journey which lead to a job working for Spirit Unlimited Cheer and Dance Inc. in Maryland. After 1 month of training she was promoted to head cheer/dance choreographer where she instructed for 4 years. Kristena graduated from the University of Maryland College Park with a B.S. in Family Science. While in college she spent one season as a spirit squad cheerleader before she ventured into the NBA and became one of the youngest dancers to join the Washington Wizards Dance Team. After two seasons with the Wizards, She spent one season with the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders and has had the opportunity to serve as choreographer for Going Pro Entertainment Conventions. Kristena also did a stint competing in the Miss America pageant system earning the titles of Miss Southern Maryland, Miss Fairfax Virginia, Miss Hampton Roads Virginia, and Miss Chesapeake Virginia.
From Friday Night at the Barclays Center – India of the Brooklynettes show of her high kick
So a couple of weeks ago, I escaped from the cold and windy Northeast to warm and sunny Florida.
And the highlight of the trip was certainly a trip to Sun Life Stadium to see the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders.
Lined up before the end of 1st quarter performance.
Football isn’t a sport that lends itself to history, that is more baseball’s thing. But the Dolphins do an excellent job of honoring their past
This weekend was the celebration the 40th anniversary of the perfect and undefeated 1972 team.
Cheerleaders from the 1972 squad (then called the Dolphins Dolls) were on hand as well.
Former five-time MDC and 2012 Pro Bowler Ariana can still be found at the stadium on game days, but now she’s helping coordinate the cheerleaders.
Thanks to reader Steve for these photos of the MVC in their holiday best from Sunday’s victory over the Green Bay Packers.
