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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I was a cheerleader in high school. I lived in West Texas so football and cheerleading were big. I was not popular and was actually nerdy. I made the team because I was a great tumbler.

Pros: I went to school sports and was much more involved than I would have been without cheerleading. I would have never gone to volleyball games or pep rallies or homecoming parades. I became close with the sponsor of the team who wrote a lovely college recommendation. (I went to UT Austin). I also became friendly (not necessarily friends) with girls I never would have.

Cons: Lots of teenage girl drama. Though that’s everywhere. I just didn’t have a big circle of friends so this was new to me. Some teachers also stereotyped me as a dumb cheerleader. Well, I took 4 APs senior year while cheering varsity and did well. So jokes on them.

Happy to answer specific questions.

I’m [/quote]

I didn't think of the dumb stereotype. I usually think cheerleaders are popular, cheerful and spirited.

I don't have any specific questions. I just have a girl who wants to cheer and loves tumbling and likes the girl group dynamics. I want her to practice a musical instrument and play golf. But she's very sociable.[/quote]

I’m the PP cheerleader.

Many of the girls I cheered with have quite impressive careers now. At least 2 lawyers, one doctor and one orthodontist. That is out of a squad of 12.

Can she not do both? I was actually a viola player as well. I played in the symphony orchestra and cheered. My dad hates I was a cheerleader but I’m thankful he let me do it. It definitely pushed me out of my comfort zone in a good way. [/quote]

Yes, I was thinking that cheer would help her tap into being more outgoing or have a positive mindset. Well it's nice that your dad let you and you had a mostly good experience. Thanks for the feedback![/quote]

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