American Cheerleader back issues from April 2005:
cheers
Apr 01, 2005; ... To Tommy Girl fragrances for sponsoring a search to find an "All-American Cheerleading Squad," where the winning squad wins $10,000 and an automatic paid bid to UCA High School Nationals Finals. At press time, a winner had not yet been declared. To The Porterville Reporter, a local ...
DANCE TO YOUR HEALTH
Apr 01, 2005; ... Thanks to Dance Dance Revolution, now you can play your video games while sweating up a storm at the same time. Originally confined to arcades, DDR requires players to dance to direction commands, while listening to over 50 high-energy songs. Varsity cheerleader jeanna Haynes ...
CHEER TO THIS
Apr 01, 2005; ... CHEER TO THIS "BREAKAWAY" BY KELLY CLARKSON Kelly had the nation behind her when she was named the first-ever ...
PRINCESS IN TRAINING
Apr 01, 2005; ... PRINCESS IN TRAINING BY MEG CABOT Princess Mia is back and more hilarious than ever in the sixth installment of the Princess Diaries series. Mia's story continues as she's just returned to school after spending the summer in Genovia perfecting her skills as teen royalty with Grandmere ....
building spirit
Apr 01, 2005; ... Not many cheerleaders can say they've helped build a pyramid and a house. Sixteen-year-old Laura Cyr is an exception. Laura attends Minuteman Regional HS in Lexington, MA, where, during the day, she studies to become a carpenter with her own contracting company. After the final bell, she ...
FROM FLIGHT TO FRIGHT
Apr 01, 2005; ... Find out how up-and-coming actress Kelly Stables went from flying in Basket Tosses to haunting audiences in The Ring Two. for those of you who managed to make it through the bone-chilling thriller The Ring, released two years ago, then DreamWorks' The Ring Two (due out in theaters March ...
try-ed and true: YOUR GUIDE TO CHEER TRYOUTS
Apr 01, 2005; ... Psst don't tell teacher, but we've got the shortcut to tryout success. Sneak a peek at our Spirit Notes, and no one will know you never read the book! brief synopsis Tryouts mean something different to every cheerleader. For some, they're exciting; for others, they're scary and ...
amanda DICAIRANO ST. JOSEPH HS, TRUMBULL, CT
Apr 01, 2005; ... WHEN SAFETY COLLS If you think 18-year-old Amanda DiCairano is just an ordinary high school senior, think again! Not only is this supercharged cheerleader an awesome role model at St. Joseph HS in Trumbull, CT, but she's also a leader in her community, going the extra mile to help keep ...
8 OUTSTANDING CHEERLEADERS
Apr 01, 2005; ... MARISSA GERBER 17 North Farmington HS, Farmington Hills, Ml Marissa has been helping her team continue its climb to the top ever since 2003, when her squad became the first in her school's history to compete at the national level. Able to base Liberties and Scorpions, she and her ...
STRETCH YOUR IMAGINATION
Apr 01, 2005; ... Prepare to be wowed by this single-based Heel Stretch power press to Scorpion performed by Mackinzy, Margeaux, Angie and Carrie from Woodinville HS in Washington. STEP 1: set FLYER: Stand with your left leg on the ground and your right foot in the hands of the right base. Place ...
STEP ON UP
Apr 01, 2005; ... Greensboro All-Stars' Senior Diamond Elite squad from Greensboro, NG, demo an elite level pyramid that they learned at Hot Shots camp in Miami, FL. step 1 The sequence begins with five stunt groups set in the formation shown, plus two stunt groups stationed in the back, directly ...
OPERATION: TRYOUTS
Apr 01, 2005; ... At American Cheerleader magazine, we consider ourselves the luckiest editors in the world. Why? A lot of reasons, actually, like the fact that we love cheerleading and get to spend every day working on a subject matter we're passionate about. We get to travel to fun, often warmer, places for ...
back talk back
Apr 01, 2005; ... PERFECT 10! I loved ACs special anniversary collector's issue! The College Scholarship Guide was my favorite section and it's made me want to work extra hard to get into college! Thank you so much for the wonderful mag! Jessica * via e-mail Thanks AC, for 10 years of ...
Industry Buzz
Apr 01, 2005; ... THE SPIRIT INDUSTRY TRADE ASSOCIATION (SITA) DEBUTS IN JANUARY SITA is intended to be a common forum for companies doing business in the rapidly growing cheerleading and dance market, to discuss the direction and growth of the industry. SITA aims to develop a standard set of divisions ...
thanks for trying
Apr 01, 2005; ... To Best Buy for teaming up with AMC theatres for its "Silence is Golden" campaign. Disguised as what appeared to be an empowering movie preview about a male cheerleader trying to earn respect as an athlete, it was actually a promotion for Best Buy's "Pump Up The Movie" sweepstakes. While some ...
sending cheer to tsunami victims
Apr 01, 2005; ... Ten-year-old Wlichayla Bennett learned that a little cheer can go a long way. After watching a segment featuring fundraisers for Southeast Asia's tsunami victims on NBC's "Today Show" in January, this fourth grader came up with her own clever idea to bring in cash by organizing a ...
CHILL TO THIS
Apr 01, 2005; ... CHILL TO THIS "AUTOBIOGRAPHY" ASHLEE SIMPSON Despite the "SNL" and Orange Bowl drama, we still think that the songs on Ashlee's ...
W.I.T.C.H.: THE POWER OF FIVE
Apr 01, 2005; ... READ ME W.I.T.C.H.: THE POWER OF FIVE BY ELIZABETH LENHARD Don't let the cartoon cover fool you-this book isn't just for kids. W.I.T.C.H. (the title is an acronym of the book's five main characters: Will, Irma, Taranee, Cornelia and Hay Lin) is a story all about girl ...
PLAYITNOW PERSONAL DIGITAL MUSIC
Apr 01, 2005; ... TECH TOY RECORDER FROM HASBRO If you're looking for an affordable music recorder and aren't quite tech-sawy enough for an iPod or MP3 Player, this is the gadget for you. Just plug PlayItNow into any audio outlet (computer, CD player or ...
start your engines
Apr 01, 2005; ... If you haven't heard of Colbie Bradley from Lowery Branch HS in Georgia, take notice! Not only is this sophomore a powerful base and the captain of her JV cheer squad, but she's also a top-notch go-cart racer! "I got my first go-cart when I was 4 years old, and I've been racing since I ...
ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE
Apr 01, 2005; ... wanT To Be among THe last ones sTandIng at tryouts? play up your strengths! TRYING OUT CAN BE A NAIL-BITING, POM-PRICKLING ENDEAVOR, AFTER ALL, MONTHS OF HARD WORK CULMINATE IN A FEW SHORT MINUTES THAT DETERMINE YOUR CHEER FATE! THOUGH YOU CAN'T CONTROL THE OUTCOME, PUTTING YOUR BEST ...
featured cheerleaders
Apr 01, 2005; ... aimee ALDERMAN 17 Southeast Bultoch HS, Brooklet, GA Aimee's positive attitude sets the bar high for other cheerleaders. Even after a recent car accident landed her in physical therapy with a dislocated elbow, this NCA All-American still challenges her competition. She led her ...
Rx SPIRIT
Apr 01, 2005; ... Cheerleader Ashley Vargus lends her artistic hand to hospitalized children. having a positive attitude is part of being a cheerleader. Lifting spirits is also included in the job description. Auburn Riverside HS varsity cheerleader Ashley Vargus, of Sumner, WA, has never had a problem ...
BYE BYE BIRDIE
Apr 01, 2005; ... Pat Wedge from Georgetown Heat and Amanda Ryza from the University of Texas fly above the rest as they perform this Dirty Bird Scooper to Awesome. STEP 1: set FLYER: Set with your feet together and your hands on the base's wrists. Make sure you have a firm grip and that your ...
11th Annual Camp Guide
Apr 01, 2005; ... Gimme a C-A-M-P! What's that spell? The best time you'll have all summer, that's what! From private to resident, novice to elite, here's what to know and where to go to kick off your season. NATIONWIDE American Cheer Power 201 Spruce, Dickinson, TX ...
WHAT'S IN YOUR SALAD?
Apr 01, 2005; ... Check out our topping suggestions and your bowl of greens will be healthier and tastier than ever. DEAR NUTRACHEERLEADER, When traveling to games and competitions, my teammates and I are always eating on the run and usually make stops at a casual sit-down restaurant or a fastfood ...
STAND & DELIVER
Apr 01, 2005; ... Set up shop with a storefront concession stand. Forget long lines at the food court or unhealthy vending machine options. With this fundraiser, shoppers searching for a quick bite to eat need look no further than your team. For fast funds this spring, set up a concession stand outside of ...
SPIRIT IN BLOOM
Apr 01, 2005; ... MARCH-APRIL 2005 FEB 19-MAR 20 Does everything have to be a group discussion? This spring it does - from choosing a camp to uniforms. Ironically, letting go of power gets you your way, both with the squad and at home. A long-term romance may end unhappily; a new one appears come July ....