Thanks for your interest! As a PCL, you’ll earn cash for your cute routines, and best of all – share your passion for cheer & dance as a PRO CHEER LEADER role model.

If you teach cheerleading & dance at a studio or gym, be sure to get your location listed on our Sideline Star Studios Directory!

Sideline Star connects cheerleaders & coaches to pro cheerleaders – like you!

Are you a current or former Pro Cheerleader interested in joining our panel? Click here to submit an interest form!

Meet Maryna

Name: Maryna Wilkey
Teams (College & professional): Phoenix All-stars; Arizona State University Spirit Sqaud
Years on squads: PACE-1; ASU- 2
Occupation/school: Arizona State University
Degree: Elementary Education

What’s your favorite cheerleading memory?
My favorite cheerleading memory was  being on the football field right before kickoff, seeing 70,000 fans in the stands, and feeling the greatest rush of adrenaline as the fireworks were launched in the air as the team came running out on the field.
What do you do with your time outside of pro cheer & dance?

Outside of cheer, I like to read inspirational books, work out, go hiking, and spend time with friends and family.
What is your dream job?
My dream job is to be a teacher at a Christian elementary school.
What accomplishments are you most proud of (cheer and/or non-cheer related)?
I am proud of being a part of the Medallion Scholarship Program at ASU, being on the ASU Spirit Squad, keeping a 4.0 G.P.A. all throughout college, and being a part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Organization.
What was your prior cheerleading/dance experience?
As a child, my mom put me in dance and gymnastics for about seven years. When I got to middle school, I decided to try out for cheer, and I fell in love with it. I continued to do cheer throughout high school (at Deer Valley) and won 3 state and national championships. After high school, I went on to do all-stars and competed at Worlds receiving first place. After all-stars, I decided to take a year off from cheer and just focus on school. With that, I discovered how much I missed cheering, and I fulfilled my life-long dream by trying out for ASU’s Spirit Squad. Since making the team, I have never loved cheerleading more, and I am so blessed to be a part of the university’s cheer squad in the PAC-10 conference.

Photo credit: Ryan Dimal

What advice would you give to those auditioning for cheer & dance teams next season?

My advice would be to start early and work on any technical skills that the team calls for. Hard work pays off, and

coaches can tell who has the determination and passion for being on the team. Not only that, when auditioning, smile. A smile is a cheerleader’s greatest tool. Never stop smiling!

See a preview of Maryna’s Advanced Cheer Routine here. For hundreds of cheers & dances to learn step-by-step, join us at Sidelinestar.com!

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NLLInsider Girl of the Year Finals: It’s Dana of the Roughnecks vs. Kate P. of the Mammoth Wild Bunch

June 16th, 2010 by Tommy Kehoe

Ladies and gentlemen, presumably more of the latter and likely not gentlemen at all, welcome to the NLLInsider.com Girl of the Year finale.

DANA OF THE ROUGHNECKS

Dana is the Canadian cocktail out of Calgary, who resides at the cross streets of titillating and gripping. She’s the girl that walks in the bar and has the juke box come to stretching halt while a few cigarettes hit the floor. She’s also a kick-ass girl, who happens to captain the dance team responsible for entertaining the boisterous fans of Calgary. Anyone that can get the attention of 15,000 Canadians at once deserves a serious round of applause, or syrup bath, whatever is the norm up north.

Dana of the Roughnecks

Here’s what Dana has to say about the the year coming to end:

Insider: How’s it feel to come this far and make it into the NLLInsider Girl of the Year finals?
Dana: Super pumped I’ve made it this far! Shows I got lots of supporters out there rooting for me and it would be a huge honor not only for me, but my team as well.

Insider: Was it another thrilling NLL season with the Roughnecks?
Dana: The Roughnecks’ season was a blast once again. We were so happy to host a first round playoff game, but unfortunately we lost to Edmonton. The drill crew and myself worked really hard and managed to get ourselves to Orlando! Epic trip, the Titans organization was great, they treated us well and we had a blast; it couldn’t have been a better season with the drill crew.

I’ve asked Dana to hitch a ride on my golden parachute and retire with me

Insider: What’s the plan for summer?
Dana: Lots of plans this summer…Where do I begin? Let’s start with the fact that it just kicked off my 26th birthday! Now I’m going to Vegas in 10 days followed by the greatest outdoor show on earth, “the Calgary Stampede.”. Ever been? Worth seeing for sure. Then I’ll go to Vegas again before getting out to Toronto and Montreal to see the family. Definitely some house-boating with the girls….holy this summer is going to be terrible! Ha.

The Drill Crew being repped in the finals

Insider: That sounds like a summer all the readers would give a toe for, I can’t even envision what the Calgary Stampede might entail. The thought of thousands of Canadians taking to the streets in a drunken celebration of being from Calgary shakes my very perception of civilization.

KATE P. OF THE MAMMOTH

Now, let me reintroduce Kate P. out of the Colorado, who is short on flaws and big on dominating the hell out of your thoughts. I actually have her email saved under the name “make money lose weight.” Is there a better example of American blonde perfection out there? Between the blonde hair and crisp smile, I’d probably do anything she could think of asking. I bet if she asked nicely, the oil invading the Gulf coast would just tucker back into well and giggle about meeting Kate.

Kate P. of the Mammoth

I got one last email into Kate and shared her last bits of knowledge:

Insider: Are you pumped about being this close to being named NLL Girl of the Year, an honor that would humble queens?
Kate P.: Pumped? More like bursting with excitement!! I have had such a blast with the NLL, so being Girl of the Year would be quite the honor. I’ve had so much fun with this whole process, and my friends and family have been so supportive. I don’t think queens have anything over the Girl of the Year finals…

Insider: How was the Mammoth’s season for you?
Kate P.: Exciting! This was my first year as a dancer in the NLL and I could not have had a better experience. I had been to Mammoth games before, but being a dancer takes the games to a whole new level. Although the Mammoth’s season may not have gone exactly as we all would have hoped, the games were still action-packed and our fans remained loyal. We have the loudest house in the NLL, nothing changed about that. I loved every second of the season!

Is that a stunner or is that a stunner?

Insider: What are you up to this summer?
Kate P.: This summer I am working in the mall, which my friends find pretty funny since I already spend too much time there! I am also spending time with my friends and family, and of course, dancing every chance I get. I’m going to try to catch a few rays at the pool whenever I get the chance…hopefully during a trip to Arizona to visit some friends!

The Wild Bunch kept the Mammoth season alive via Kate P.

Insider: Kate, please sell me something in the mall. I’ll buy anything; anything!!

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from dancetrance.com:

Fitness with an Attitude!

DanceTrance (DT) is a dance fitness class that offers the excitement of moving with the rhythm and attaining total mind and body deliverance through dance!  It incorporates funk, Latin, jazz, hip hop and other types of rhythm movement to the beat of music from all genre’s. People of all ages are welcome to come and groove to the thumpin music!

Dance Trance owners, Jay & Beth Handline promote Dance Trance as a class that offers extremes in choreography and style. The DT classes never get hung up on just one form of dance! There is a complete freedom, and unlike traditional dance, few rules. DT was developed for students that want to ‘get down’ but are not professional dancers. It is not a dance class, but a fitness class that uses dance to get the most out of a workout.

Interested in being a Dance Trance Instructor?

Instructor Workshop 2010

Summer 2010 Instructor Workshop Our Dance Trance Instructor workshop is open to all dance fitness enthusiasts interested in starting their own Dance Trance class. If you are interested in participating, please contact us at info@dancetrancefiness.com for further information. Current studio locations are welcome & encouraged to bring all of their instructors this workshop for Dance Trance certification. RATES: Rates for this workshop $500 pp. All travel, lodging and costs associated with the workshop are the responsibility of attendee. DATES: July 23- 25th 2010. LOCATION: Jacksonville, Florida PHONE: 904-390-0939 Workshop Schedule & Special Instructor Hotel Rates Coming Soon!!

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from azrattlers.com:

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from nba.com:

2010 Laker Girls Auditions

DATE
SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2010

REGISTRATION STARTS 9:00 AM SHARP
TOYOTA SPORTS CENTER
555 N. NASH STREET
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245

REQUIREMENTS:

* Must be at least 18 years of Age
* 8 years dance experience recommended
* Bring photo and resume (headshot preferred)
* Only dance or athletic shoes with non-marking bottom allowed
* MUST DRESS IN A LEOTARD or BRIEFS & CROP TOP – WITH FLESH COLORED TIGHTS
* No guests or spectators allowed

FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CALL:
Lisa Estrada
(310) 426-6005

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

AUDITION DANCE WORKSHOP:

The first ever LAKER GIRLS WORKSHOP!!!

Sunday June 27th, 2010
California State University Long Beach
West Gym Goldmine
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA
8am – 5pm

For more information, or to register for this workshop, please go to www.hcdance.com

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The Florida Tuskers Dance Team is holding preliminary auditions June 5th, Finals are June 19, 2010.

Contact Tuskers Cheer

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The UFL is hosting cheer & dance team tryouts in Orlando, Hartford, Las Vegas, Sacramento & Omaha.  Click here for details on the upcoming audition schedule in all the cities!

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from ufl-football.com:

UFL to Hold Open Cheerleader Tryouts for 2010 Season in All Team Cities

May 24, 2010 by UFL Press

JACKSONVILLE, FL – Monday, May 24, 2010 – With tryouts for football players well underway, the United Football League is to begin a completely different type of talent search – for passionate and energetic young women to make up each team’s 2010 UFL Cheer and Dance Teams.

The Florida Tuskers, Hartford Colonials, Las Vegas Locos, Omaha Nighthawks and Sacramento Mountain Lions will each boast a cheer and dance team when the UFL enters its second season in the fall of 2010.  Auditions to find dancers in each UFL city will be broken down into three rounds and will be held between June 5 and June 26.

Each market is seeking female dancers / cheerleaders with high energy, great personalities, physical fitness and a passion for dance, cheering and football.  Women must be 18 years of age by the date of their final audition.

“We are looking for cheerleaders and dancers with a passion for football,” said UFL Cheer and Dance Development Director Billie O’Hara.  “This is a great opportunity for young women to be part of a professional football cheer team and perform before thousands of fans and in front of nationwide television audiences.”

The dance team will perform at all four of its team’s home games this fall and will serve as ambassadors for the organization throughout the season.

At the auditions, participants will be asked to learn a short across the floor routine that may include high kicks, jazz technique and hip hop choreography, as well as free style.  Depending on the turnout, participants should plan on spending a good portion of the day at the preliminaries, which are closed to the public.

Tryouts will be hosted in each geographic region and include closed dance auditions, one-on-one interviews, and a final audition that will be open to the public, family and friends.  Candidates must register online at www.ufl-football.com.

Team and City	Date and Address for Preliminary Audition	Date and Address for Final Audition
Florida Tuskers (Orlando)	Saturday, June 5 Registration: 9:30am Auditions: 10:30am Vibe Dance Center 6100 Hanging Moss Rd, Ste 570. Orlando, FL 32807	Saturday, June 19 6:00pm Orlando Fashion Square Mall 3201 East Colonial Dr., Orlando, Fl 32803
Hartford Colonials	Sunday, June 6 Registration: 12:00pm Auditions: 1:00pm Crowne Plaza 100 Berlin Road, Cromwell, CT 06416	Sunday, June 13 12:00pm Crowne Plaza 100 Berlin Road, Cromwell, CT 06416
Omaha Nighthawks	Saturday, June 12 Registration: 8:30am Auditions: 10:30am I Think Fit Gym 2424 South 156th Circle, Omaha, NE 68130	Saturday, June 26 10:30am Westroads Mall 1000 California Street, Omaha, NE 68114
Las Vegas Locos	Saturday, June 5 Registration: 1:30pm The Rock Center for Dance 700 East Silverado Ranch Blvd. Las Vegas, NV	Sunday, June 13 2:00pm Blue Martini 6593 Las Vegas Blvd South Bldg. L B214, Las Vegas, NV
Sacramento Mountain Lions	Saturday, June 5 Registration: 12:30pm 24 Hour Fitness-Fulton Sport 1314 Fulton Ave., Sacramento, CA 95825	June 12 4:30pm Cosmopolitan Complex 1000 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

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Sarah, Houston Texans Cheerleader

Jackpot! The NFL’s Houston Texans Cheerleaders did a whole workout series in 2009, with  awesome tips!

Use  Sarah’s workout to stretch, tone, and sweat it out for tight NFL sideline-ready abs.

from houstontexans.com:

View the whole video series here

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