The New York Times states that cheerleading is the fastest growing girls sport. The Fillmore Central Falcon cheerleader team is growing and anxious to show their commitment this year. They have been working hard on stunts, dances, and tumbling. Cheerleading includes lots of physical activity. They perform lifts and tosses – this is where the “fliers” are thrown in the air, held by “bases” in different positions that require strength and cooperation with other teammates. This requires the athlete to show strength, stamina and balance.
In the top photo, left to right, are Tatum Whalen, Hailey Lange, Ashley Haugerud, Mercedes LaBonne, Ashley Himli, Skyelar Veiseth, Rylie Gatzke, Stephanie McElmury, and Helen Detlefsen Delano. In the bottom photo are, bottom: Alexus Lawrence, and left to right: Brandi Scheltty, Keneddy Manhart, Annika Lange, Chloe LaBonne, and Grace Himli.