Regionals

Ladies here is the videos from regionals. I didn't have my good camera with me last weekend. Sorry but at least it is something to watch.

Routine looked pretty good. All the details that we worked on looked great. The parts of the routine that were a little shaky were jumps and the mount. Jumps timing was off and the mount was just a little sloppy.

I think the focus for the next competition should be just doing a cleaner and sharper routine. You shouldn't be hoping that the stunts are going to hit you should know they are going to. This is a matter of being confident with the routine and really putting every ounce of energy and effort into the routine. I think the routine is looking better and better every time I see it. Work the jumps on your own to improve those and I will see you next Tuesday!

GO RIDERS!
Coach Heather

WJHS at JAHS

Riders,
Great job ladies! Every time I see you compete you are getting better and better! This was much better than OSU but I still see some room for improvement. The mount happened but it did not "hit". Let's work that mount so it is sharp and has a real wow factor to it. There was way too many touchdowns on tumbling. If you are having trouble with tumbling let us know so we make sure to spend some time with you to make sure you are ready for the next competition. Remember there is open gyms on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Hilliard gym. I hope to have to some tumbling clinics coming up soon as well. I am not ready to spot just yet but hopefully soon... keep your fingers crossed. :)

I can't wait to see you guys next weekend with an even sharper routine! Super job ladies! We are proud of you!

Cheers,
Coach Heather

Riders,
Here is the video I took at the competition. Watch it and please leave comments on what you see. We need constructive feedback. Don't forget to give kuddos to teammates too! I saw a lot of really good things in the routine and some things that need some work too. Let's get ready for the second competition with an even stronger routine!
Cheers,
Coach Heather

Open gyms and classes

Just FYI the Hilliard gym is now offering open gyms and classes. You should be getting more information at practice this week but I wanted to put out a reminder for classes and open gyms.

Let me know if there is a group of you that would like a class set up just for you. I will get a staff member set up for your class. If you carpool with someone and need to take a class together let us know. We need at least 3 in a class to create one. I will need to know time and day. Just send me an email at mpacoaches@yahoo.com

Partner stunting will be coming soon! I have to wait till football season is over when my collegiate fellas have free time. Keep checking back for more info!

OPEN GYM:
Mondays 6:30-8:00 $5
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 $5

Tumble Classes/ Cheer Classes 7 wks for $65
Monday: 6:30-7:30 Tumble for cheer 9-12 year olds
Monday: 7:30-8:30 Tumble for cheer 13 year– older
Wednesday: 6:30-7:30 Cheer Class 5-8 year olds
Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 Tumble for cheer 8-12 year olds

Hope to see you there! Sounds like you guys are looking great!
Cheers,
Heather

PS> Many more new things are coming! Keep checking back for updates.
- purse party at the Hilliard gym
- more open gyms
- tumbling clinics
- partner stunting
- overnights

OSU open practices

Just FYI if you are interested in going to check out an OSU open practice here is some more information. OSU has a new coaching staff this year. You can look up the new staff and teams at http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=17300&ATCLID=1378962

In the past you were only allowed to watch these open practices. There is no participation. HOWEVER if you go they may ask for volunteers OR you can meet some of the OSU cheerleaders and get your foot in the door. Ask questions and you may want to start looking for a partner to stunt with. The girls are just as useful as the fellas so talk to them both! The OSU cheerleaders have been invited to work out at our Hilliard location. We hope to see them working their nationals routine there. We shall see! Check out the info below!

The Ohio State University Cheerleaders have set up 2 dates in the fall quarter that we will open to incoming cheerleaders, or future cheerleaders. If you are interested in attending a practice to watch, the following dates for the fall quarter are available:
November 3, 2009 - 6:30 - 7:30
December 1, 2009 - 6:30 - 7:30

More dates will be available in the future. The location of the practice is the French Field House on Lane Avenue.

CLINICS DATES:
Sunday February 21st 10am-1pm
Saturday March 6th 1pm-3pm

Note from Heather

Riders,
Hello all! Long time no see huh? I am so sorry right now but I cannot get to your practices. Hopefully soon though!

Update news on me... I now have my hand splint off and able to use my hand. It is very sore but I am allowed to use it some. I cannot put too much weight on it. My cast on my foot is now off. The doc pulled the pin out and it is recovering well. I started physical therapy last week so I can walk again. I have a walking boot that I am not suppose to do a lot of walking in and I still have to use my walker. BUT.... it is starting to look up. I will be walking in the next month or so and maybe even able to drive by the new year. Hooray!

SOOOOO this means you guys better really rock this routine! I will be up and moving by the time you compete and ready to see my favorite Rough Riders taking the floor! Keep working hard and hopefully I can be in soon to see you all.

Cheers,
Coach Heather

Here is your routine segments we have on file. We will video again in a few weeks and update! Make sure you know your counts and your routine!