What happens when you combine a former cheerleader and coach, a cheer dad who discovered the sport later in life, and three daughters navigating the all-star cheer world?

This week, Alex and Jerry sit down with Andrew and Cristina to talk about cheer from every angle. Cristina shares her journey from athlete and coach to cheer mom, while Andrew discusses what it was like stepping into a sport he knew almost nothing about and discovering just how demanding, emotional, and rewarding it can be.

The conversation dives into the realities of competition weekends, raising athletes through wins and losses, handling disappointment, building confidence, and why some of the most valuable lessons in cheer happen away from the competition floor.

They also discuss the friendships cheer creates, the importance of commitment, the role parents play in an athlete's journey, and why leaning into the cheer life can create memories that last long after the final routine.

Whether you're a cheer mom, cheer dad, coach, or athlete, this episode is a reminder that cheer is about much more than trophies and score sheets.

If you'd like to help Haley with her cheer season here's the link to the Double Good popcorn fundraiser.

https://s.dgpopup.com/x35f1h0a

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