OMD @ 25: Emmy’s natural next step to the Magic Dancers fills the pages of her own journey
It’s quite a nice ritual. During the time before the gates open, NBA arenas have a building hum that transitions eventually to the intense buzz of game time. Some of the world’s greatest athletes are on the court getting some repetitive jump shots in, the audio and video equipment are getting their testing, and all […]
2014 P-R-O Convention All Star: Jacksonville Axe Maiden Carolyn
Our next 2014 P-R-O Convention All Star is from the Jacksonville Axe Maidens. James and I met her and a few of her teammates last year while we were dining in the Atlanta Hilton Hotel and to say that these girls were engaging would be an understatement. We have a nice conversation and I photographed […]
Gimme an A…for Adrienne of the Richmond Lady Raiders!
The silvery sparkly Lady Raiders are a big part of Richmond, Virginia’s sports scene, as part of the Richmond Raiders PIFL franchise, and they are a must-see squad in pro-dance. The hats, the capes, the performances…amazing! So I did, I must-saw the squad, directed by Kelly Allen, who spent ten years combined herself dancing for […]
Photo of the Day – July 14
Megan of the Washington Kastles Cheerleaders
Raptors hold Dance Pak auditions
Veronica Henri Toronto Sun July 12, 2014 In fluorescent tube tops, bras and mini-shorts, talented dancers twisted and turned to the beat of Beyonce’s “Grown Woman.” Two hundred Toronto Raptors Dance Pak hopefuls took to the practice court at Air Canada Centre on Saturday for auditions in front of judges Amberley Waddell, Anton Wright and […]
Almost 200 try out for Warriors Dance Team
Hamad Aleaziz SF Gate July 12, 2014 While most of the basketball world focused Saturday on the return of LeBron James to Cleveland, nearly 200 women – and one man – focused on impressing judges as they tried out for the Warriors Dance Team in Oakland. The tryout meant a chance for the hopefuls not […]
Hattiesburg woman is Saintsational
Emily Ham Price July 11, 2014 A passion for dancing and a desire to celebrate her 40th birthday in a monumental way were two things that led Kriste Lewis to the New Orleans Saints’ practice facility for a life-changing experience. Standing before a panel of judges, Lewis combated her nerves by remembering her husband’s motto […]
2014 P-R-O Convention All Star: Tennessee Titans Cheerleader Tandra
Stacie Kinder brought a lot of girls with her to P-R-O and for that I am thankful because they have an absolutely gorgeous squad. And I am thankful that they wore their game day uniforms, one of the most glamorous uniforms in the NFL. So let us continue our coverage with our feaurette on Tennessee […]
AFL Announces 2014 NET10 Wireless Dream Team
Rattlers’ Angie Baker named Dance Director From ArenaFootball.com After nearly three months of fan voting, the Arena Football League has announced the 2014 NET10 Wireless Dream Team. The NET10 Wireless Dream Team is composed of one dancer from each AFL team who will perform at ArenaBowl XXVII on August 23. The Dream Team will also […]
Something to cheer for A Wellesley Middle School teacher dreamed of becoming part of a professional dance team — and her tenacity paid off
By Je’Lesia M. Jones July 11, 2014 In sports, and indeed life itself, we all try to adhere to the old adage, “if at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.” Certainly this philosophy held true for Lauren Schneider. Her persistence paid off when, after numerous attempts, she became a New England Patriots Cheerleader. […]
