HomeTown Ticketing Becomes Official Ticketing Partner of USA Cheer
USA Cheer is proud to announce a new partnership with HomeTown Ticketing as the official digital ticketing partner of USA Cheer. HomeTown is providing an easy-to-access platform that makes managing events, purchasing tickets, and attending [...]
Rhonda Blanford-Green Named President of USA Cheer Board of Directors
Accomplished sports executive to lead governing body for 2-year term DALLAS (February 15, 2022) – Today USA Cheer announced the election of Rhonda Blanford-Green as president of its board of directors. Nationally recognized as a [...]
How Athletes Know When It’s Time to Take a Step Back
TrueSport Expert Nadia Kyba As an athlete, you may have grown up with a ‘win at all costs’ mentality, and the idea of quitting anything was frowned upon. Or maybe [...]
Why Coaches Should Prioritize their Own Mental Wellness Too
Kevin Chapman, PhD As a busy coach, you likely haven’t spent a lot of time thinking about your own mental health and wellness. Sure, you’ve told your athletes to seek [...]
9 Ways to Model Good Sportsmanship from the Sidelines
Have you ever stifled the urge to shout at a parent, referee, or player during a big game? As a coach, you probably know that it’s important to be a good role [...]
5 Healthy Packed Lunches for the Busy Parent and Athlete
Struggling to get lunch packed on hectic mornings? If you have a young athlete on the go, you know providing a good meal for them midday is critical to their ability to get [...]
USA Cheer’s Statement on the Recent Netflix Series “Cheer!” Season 2
As fans of cheerleading around the world are aware, season 2 of the Netflix series “Cheer” debuted this week. While the show highlights the many exciting and positive aspects of our larger cheer community, please [...]
Parents: How to Recognize and Repair Iron and Vitamin D Nutrient Deficiencies in Young Athletes
Iron and vitamin D are two common athlete nutrient deficiencies that can have a big impact on athletic performance and overall health. But treating them with food or supplements isn’t the only [...]
6 Surprising Things Athletes Should Know About Collagen Supplements
You've probably heard the hype about collagen supplements. While collagen material can be used medically to treat burns or serious wounds, should you be taking collagen in supplement form? Dr. Amy Eichner, [...]
Myth Busters: Why Athletes Don’t Need Protein Powders
As your athlete gets older and more competitive in sport, you may be wondering if adding protein powder into their daily routine is a good idea. But before you go out and [...]