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

In this episode, Jason Larkins interviews Debbie Love world famous tumbling coach. Debbie discusses her journey in cheerleading and coaching, from learning tumbling in her backyard to coaching at the University of Kentucky. She emphasizes the importance of starting young athletes off correctly and not rushing their progress. Debbie also shares her experiences working with different age groups, from preschoolers to high schoolers, and the unique challenges and joys of each group. She talks about her website, the Love of Tumbling, and how she created it to provide accessible resources for coaches. Debbie also highlights the responsibility of coaches to educate themselves and understand the developmental stages and emotions of their athletes.

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Have you ever wondered how the Cheer Extreme we know and love rose to prominence? What role did their mother play in shaping their business practices and coaching philosophies? In this episode, Jason Larkins dives deep into the journey of Kelly Helton and Courtney Smith-Pope, the sister-owners behind the powerhouse gym Cheer Extreme, who have mastered the art of balancing discipline, organization, and integrity in their businesses with the guidance of their mother Betsy.

For gym owners, coaches, and cheer parents alike, understanding the foundations that built Cheer Extreme can provide valuable insights into building a successful program. Whether you're struggling with maintaining consistency or seeking to instill strong values in your athletes, this episode offers practical advice and inspirational stories that directly address these challenges.

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In this mini episode, Jason Larkins interview Alexa Huff, owner of Rival Athletics as they cover topics related to coaching, vision, winning routines, industry standards, and advice for young coaches. They dive into the importance of setting clear expectations, creating vision for athletes, and the significance of hard work and dedication. The conversation also explores the need to eliminate the idea of one gym being the best fit for every kid, the value of coaching individual children differently, and the importance of avoiding a victim mentality. Additionally, it emphasizes the phrase 'It's not a coincidence' as a motivational tool for athletes.

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In this mini episode, Jason Larkins interviews Kasey Cloutier as she shares her coaching techniques, and strategies for maintaining high-quality practices and performances. They dive into the use of resources, simple drills, time management, and the challenges of being an underdog in the industry.

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In this mini episode, Noël Roberts Coley, owner of Diamonds All Stars, shares insights on growth, handling comparison, inspiring athletes, finding joy, and keeping standards in the cheerleading industry. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on personal growth and being true to oneself rather than comparing to others. Noël also highlights the significance of building relationships with athletes and creating a positive and supportive environment. She encourages gym owners to prioritize the journey and find joy in the process rather than solely focusing on the end result. Additionally, Noël discusses the importance of maintaining high standards and setting clear expectations for athletes and parents.

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In this mini episode, Jason Larkins interviews Nikki Little, owner of South Coast Cheer. They discuss how to determine an athlete's level, the importance of mental toughness, dealing with negative athletes, overcoming obstacles, and structuring practice. Nikki shares her insights and experiences as a coach, providing valuable advice for other coaches.

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In this mini episode, Caleigh Epolito, co-owner of Rain Athletics, shares insights on coaching, training, and team performance. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, technique, and accountability in achieving success. Caleigh's coaching philosophy focuses on breaking down skills, emphasizing conditioning, and training for execution and consistency.

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In this episode, we revisit our summer guest lineup and dive deeper into their insights on what needs to start, stop, or change in the cheer industry. We hear once again from industry giants: Courtney Smith-Pope, owner of Cheer Extreme; Brad Habermel, owner of Cheer Athletics; Roger Schonder, owner of Stingrays; Elaine Pascale, owner of World Cup; Orson Sykes, owner of Twist & Shout; Jennifer Long, owner of CheerForce; and Jomo Thompson, former head coach of the University of Kentucky.

These legends share their thoughts on the evolution of all-star cheer, tackling the biggest challenges facing gyms today, and offering bold ideas for the future. Whether it’s pushing for more athlete-centered practices, fostering better communication between coaches and parents, or redefining competition standards, this episode is packed with actionable insights that could reshape the industry.

Don’t miss this powerful conversation that could inspire the next wave of innovation in cheerleading. Tune in to find out what the future of cheer could look like if these changes take hold.

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In this episode Jason Larkins interviews Danielle Johnston, owner of Twister Sports and one of the owners of Next Generation Gym Owners. The discuss the challenges and solutions for gym owners in the allstar cheerleading industry. She emphasizes the importance of constant improvement and listening to parents' feedback to make the gym better. NextGen offers business coaching for gym owners, providing resources and accountability to help them run their gyms more effectively. Danielle talks about the importance of listening to athletes and parents, debunking the myth that gym owners shouldn't make a profit. She also shares a success story of a client who overcame challenges and found confidence through. Great episode, be sure to check it out!

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In this episode, Jason Larkins interviews Victor Rosario, owner of Top Gun Allstars. They discuss the controversy surrounding Lady Jags uniform debut at NCA, the process of coming up with themes for each season, along with the importance of discipline in coaching. He also shares his thoughts on the United and USASF scoresheets, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each. Victor emphasizes the need for creativity and individuality in cheerleading and the importance of allowing teams to express themselves through their routines.

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