Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & Coaches

3 Reasons Why Talented Cheerleader End Up in the Back


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Why do some teams prioritize size over skill and how does that impact your athlete’s success? In this comeback episode, we unpack the real-life challenges and heart shifts behind the scenes of youth sports, from making tough family decisions to navigating team politics and understanding cheer gym strategy. If you're a cheer parent, coach, or athlete wondering why your kid’s always in the back row or why team sizes seem bloated, this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed.

  • Discover the real reasons why gyms build teams of 22 instead of just the 8 strongest performers and how that affects competition strategy and athlete development.
  • Hear an emotional, honest update on why one family stepped away from all-star cheer and what life looks like on the other side.
  • Learn the truth about new divisions like “Flex,” how social media is impacting teen athletes, and why your child’s placement may have nothing to do with talent.
  • Press play now for a no-filter conversation that blends heartfelt updates with behind-the-curtain coaching insights you won't get anywhere else.


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