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To My Athletic Supporters, Because Calling You Cheerleaders Is Too Cliché

Athletic by nature, cheerleader by choice.

Marissa Hall
Jul 02, 2018
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To My Athletic Supporters, Because Calling You Cheerleaders Is Too Cliché
Marissa Hall

When the season began I quickly became friends with a lot of the new girls, as I was a new girl as well. By the end of the season, I believed that I could call two of them my best cheer friends. I haven't had a chance to tell them how much I appreciate their friendship and support through my first season of college cheerleading, so I thought an article would be the way to go.

Lauren and Justice, you two are the reason I go to open gym. Being able to escape reality and hang out with my favorites makes it easier to show up. So far this summer we've attempted stunts and watched them fall without letting our flyer fall on her face. I think that alone is an accomplishment. This is going to be a season we'll never forget because we have friendships to lean on and a stunt group that will succeed.

Lauren, knowing that we were so close before coming to Siena made our friendship blossom so easily. I've enjoyed our dorm room ranting sessions and talks about boys. It feels like we've been friends for years rather than months. My mom loves you and that alone means everything cause she hates everyone. We've been stunting partners more often than not and I appreciate your willingness to adapt to my shortness. Your butt will thank you from all the squats you do to mimic my height. I promise I'm gonna wear wedges to the next open gym so I can be taller.

Justice, our friendship didn't really begin until basketball season but that meant that we had many fun memories with the pep band and Lauren. You've had a big comeback this year after everything you went through during football season and I am so happy you're back cheering and stunting with us. Having you as a captain this year is also amazing because I think we all can learn something from you this year. Be prepared for countless juice box parties and fun nights come basketball season. I can't wait to be your shadow and learn from you during basketball season.

Lauren and Justice, you're the best friends a girl could ask for.

Keep cheering and reach for the sky.

I love you two.

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