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Kylie Alford ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Sad Puppy

Hey guys! I miss everyone so much and can't wait for the banquet. I'll be the one with a trail of tears behind her all night. I'm going to World's with an ECE team but wish I was with my kryptonians! Love yaaa

Monday, 25 April 2011

cheerleader of WC: tori

I was at Baltimore when Tori from your team got injured and I was wondering when she would be walking agian. I keep praying for her!!!

Friday, 22 April 2011

Sean Powers ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Spirit Allstars

Super excited to be apart of Connecticut Spirit allstars Coaching Staff !!!!! This past year was amazing and looking forward to new and upcoming season as well. Oh yeah Spirit Yeah !!!!!!

Monday, 18 April 2011

spirit central cheerleader emily: good job jr3

Good job to the jr 3 team you guys did really good today Congrats!

Sunday, 17 April 2011

Sue: A Proud Spirit Momma

Thanks to Integrity and Ultimate Starz for such great feedback!!! We are very proud of our girls both on and off the mat!! Thanks again and hope to meet up with you again!!!

Friday, 25 March 2011

Marissa Malerba diamonds sr 4: spirit = my life

shout to my sr 4 diamonds(: guys we rocked WSF, let's working hard and earn another Grand Champ title. i love yaa guys, we are bomb.com. prepare for our hair Kingston because here we come(: "get moeny<3"

Thursday, 24 March 2011

Liz: Liz from Ultimate STARZ Athletics

Hey CT SPIRIT! You guys were awesome and so entertaining to watch at WSF!! Congrats on your first place wins, and hope to see you again soon!!

Wednesday, 23 March 2011

Integrity Cheer Parent ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Integrity Cheer

What a wonderful group of kids and parents you have in your gym. After awards ceremony we were greeted by a welcoming committee at the top of the stairs all cheering and rooting everyone on! It was wonderful to see such bonding. Your teams all did a wonderful job this weekend. Keep up the good work. Congratulations!!

Tuesday, 22 March 2011

Intgrity Cheer: Emma

Hi, Im from IC and was talking to some of your girls from your sr.4 team that won level grand chmps at WSF and you guys are amazing! Congrats to all your teams at WSF. I watched your level 1 tem that got Grand Champs they wre so cute and so sharp! Goodluck for the rest of the season and can't wait to see your teams again!

Monday, 21 March 2011

Jen/ Integrity Cheer Corp.: Congrats

Congratulations this weekend Robin and Staff! Your program really shined. Your fans and cheerleaders were so nice nice to us!! Really means a lot! Hope you are enjoying your many well deserved awards!!

Monday, 21 March 2011

sara: congradulation

hello im from spirit centrals junior 3 team you guys are good im glad we had a hard team with alot of difficultiy to go against you should be very proud good luck in your next comp hope to see your team soon

Wednesday, 02 March 2011

Julianna ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): good job:)

Great job guys!! i was just wondering how much it costs and when are tryouts i would love to come join the team :)

Tuesday, 22 February 2011

Jen ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Vicsmom

Great job at Spirit Cheer, Congrats Sparkles and Emeralds!!!

Monday, 14 February 2011

Rose from CVP: Youth and Junior 3

I loved talking to you guys at Athletic and again today at Spirit Cheer, congrats on the awesome placement! You guys are the sweetest! :) I know you'll do amazing in Georgia and hope to see you at All Levels <3

Sunday, 13 February 2011

tina ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): CHEERLEADING RULEZ!

Wow you guys are so amazing! Wow I don't know if i can do that but you guys can!

Friday, 21 January 2011

Jalen Utitus ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Hello :)

Hello, I am interested in all star cheerleading and was wondering if someone could email me back answering these questions?

When are sign ups?

How much does it cost about?

Is it a tryout thing or do I get put on a team from my age?

I am 13 years old and I am looking at alot of all star teams. But so far I think I like this one :)

Friday, 21 January 2011

Kaitlyn ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Tryouts

When are your tryouts for the 2011 year? My friend and I would love to tryout!

Also, how much does it cost?

Saturday, 01 January 2011

krysta: Good Luck

I saw your teams at jingle jam they were outstanding :D Can't wait for spirit fest! When will the performance order be posted? I can't find it anywhere =/

Tuesday, 21 December 2010

Sue ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Momma

Hey Sapphires and Emeralds - You looked AMAZING tonight!! Keep up the great work and we will rock the floor at Jingle Jam - Good Luck!!!

Monday, 29 November 2010

Morgan C ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Sapphires

Hey Sapphires!! great job at practice last night! We are getting closer and closer to hitting it! I am so excited about this team and I know we will go a long way. We really worked that dance and got into it, which is what we needed more work on :) Love you all!

-morgan

Tuesday, 23 November 2010

Idris: Hiiiiiiiiiiiiii :0)

HEY!!!! It's me guys.. I just wanted to send you all a message to say good morning and that I MISS U ALL SO MUCH. I'm looking forward to coming home to visit soon and I hope to see all of your faces. I'll spare you the usual Idris cheesiness that you've grown to love so much... I'm lying I won't spare you it because I know you miss is so much. Coaches work it those kids out, I expect to see great things this season. Kids work it out and do your coaches proud. You represent a great program, cherish it and respresent it strong. Kryptonite.. I got my eyes on you. Miss my Krypt Kids and Krypto-parents.

Take care everyone, I will see you soon. Shine like the true precious stones you are. Much love from me

Idris

Thursday, 19 August 2010

Taylor ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): tumbling class

I love to cheer and I love to take tumbling classes at spirit! Its really fun! And jason is really cool. I hope to come back agian soon

Sunday, 20 June 2010

hannah ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): i loved my first trial

i loved my first trial at the tumbling class it was sooo much fun!i hope to come back again

Saturday, 05 June 2010

Coach Marissa ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Good Luck!

Hey Everyone!! Nice job at Evaluations!! Way to step up your game!! Can't wait for an AMAZING 2010-2011 Season!! Work hard and have fun!!

Thursday, 27 May 2010

Sue ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ): Good Luck

Good Luck to all!!! Can't wait for the upcoming season!

Monday, 24 May 2010

Coach Dana: Hi

Hey Everyone!!! You all did an amazing job at tryouts this weekend! I am looking forward to another wonderful season at Spirit Can't wait to start practices this week!

Monday, 24 May 2010

Coach Charise USA Wildcats Enfield: Congrats

I just wanted to stop by and say Congrats to the Twinkle Team on their All levels Grand Championship and congrats to all of the Spirit teams on your 2009-2010 season. Enjoy your summer and see you all during the 2010-2011 competition season.

Sunday, 23 May 2010

Coach Idris: Hello

Just wanted to say that the site looks awesome Jason. Tryouts for all teams this Saturday 10-5 at the Spirit Zone. Come one come all, ages 3 to 300 and be a part of CT's top training facility with the best coaches and athletes around.

Tuesday, 18 May 2010

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Testimonials from Our All-Stars My daughter is 12 and is starting her 4th year at the gym. Cheerleading is her passion and love and we have been very happy being a part of the Spirit family. One of the most wonderful things I have seen at the gym is the combination of what I am going to call the Four “S’s. Safety, Skills, Self-esteem, and Self-Discipline. I have always been impressed with the emphasis on safety training of the coaches, working in progression, and conditioning so the cheerleaders are ready for the season. I love that my daughter has been forced to develop self-discipline in prioritizing her time and energy to make sure homework is done and a few IMs to her friends have been sent, before we can go to practice. Most important, my daughter knows she is a skilled athlete and performer and that makes her feel great! She continually has progressed (2 levels in 3 years) in her skills and feel good about herself. To me, that is what every parent wishes for their child – Self Esteem. She enjoys working hard to gain more skills and the coaching staff has been ideal about helping her progress. We have had the joy of working with many coaches and we have been very pleased with all of them. My daughter was chosen as athlete of the week for our town paper and I wanted to share a quote that she used in the paper that completely came from her. Who would you like to thank? My family for giving their time and my coaches Idris and Jackie because they’ve always taught us everything they know and have encouraged us and had faith is us. I also wanted to thank my team because I was the youngest going onto the team and didn’t know anyone and they’ve been real supportive. I still remember the first time we went down to the gym in Woodbridge. Anna just turned 10 a few months before. I credit your program with helping my daughter become the woman she is today. I will always cherish my memories from there. You guys have a special place in my heart. Karen Tullock, mother of graduating senior Anna Ingrassia Our family is returning to Connecticut Spirit All Star Program (CT Spirit) following a short break and a family tragedy. My daughter, Amber, started with CT Spirit in 2003 when CT Spirit was located in Woodbridge, CT. At that time, Amber tried out and qualified for the Junior Black team. She was a cheerleader on the Junior Black Team for a couple of years; after that, she was a cheerleader on the Senior Silver Team for a few years. This year, Amber tried out and finished the season with the Diamond Team at their new location in Hamden, CT. As much as Amber enjoys being a part of CT Spirit, where safety is a key element in the Gym, being a competitive athlete, in a competitive sport, involves some risks. During this past season, Amber injured her shoulder at practice. She will take this summer off from cheerleading for a Bankart Lesion procedure. This surgical procedure will repair Amber’s torn Labrum which re-attaches the ligaments and cartilage in her shoulder. In spite of Amber surgery and a six month recovery period, Amber will return to the sport and to cheerleading at CT Spirit. She is looking forward to returning to the Diamond Team or hopefully qualifying for CT Spirit’s International Team for another competitive season in 2010. Whether Amber cheered on a CT Spirit team or she attended a CT Spirit function, both Amber and I have always had great respect and appreciation for CT Spirit All Stars’ program. In addition, we have high regard for the Owner, Robin Norko and for her ideology, vision and concern for the safety of her athletes. Robin is driven by teaching safe cheerleading techniques at CT Spirit. She believes in having respect for all persons; and she enforces respect among athletes, coaches and parents, alike. Through Robin’s leadership, she trains her coaches and athletes to compete safely and effectively, as well as encourage and motivate them to “bring home the first place trophy” at local, World and International competitions. The synergy in the Gym goes beyond the walls of CT Spirit. CT Spirit parents also find the time to embrace one another. Some parents take time to get together while our cheerleaders are at practice - getting ready for the next competition. We have gotten together with one another at membership gyms for a quick exercise workout, met for coffee, or even met for a quick social hour. There is so much to be said about the Connecticut Spirit All Stars program. CT Spirit has added value to our family and it has been a rewarding experience for both Amber and I. Amber and I have roomed together with other families at away competitions. We have shared excitement when our team “takes the floor” and does well; and we have also rallied together for encouragement and support when our team took the floor and failed to peak their performance. Amber and I are proud to a part of the Connecticut Spirit All Stars Gym. In fact, Amber makes a statement that speaks volumes of the synergy she embraces from the coaches and from the CT Spirit program. Amber leaves most practices, jumps into my car and reiterate, “I love cheerleading….cheerleading is my life”. Her consistent comment is heart-warming and it makes me happy because she is a 16 year young teenager whom, I know, is surrounded in a positive environment - loving life. My teenager is happy to be a part of CT Spirit. She enjoys the coaches and the rigorous practices. I attribute Amber’s happiness at the Gym to CT Spirit’s philosophy - the respect for one another and learning and perfecting an art with proper training and techniques taught by qualified and skills coaches. Thank you Connecticut Spirit All Stars. Frances and Amber Barnes

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USASF Collegiate Scholarship Young Athlete Scholarship Program Overview: The USASF (United States All Star Federation) understands deeply the needs of it’s members. Expenses in all star cheerleading can grow rapidly. The gym fees and competition fees required to keep the industry alive add to the uniform and travel costs, leaving little opportunity for youth in lower classes to continue participation. The USASF believes whole-heartedly in the positive benefits a truly unique sport augment. The purpose of the Young Athlete Gym Scholarship Program is to gift young people with the ability to participate and inspire. We as an all star cheerleading and dance community are coming together to give back into the industry and athletes who create such opportunity.
It is the USASF’s mission to maximize the number of participants benefiting from all star cheerleading and dance, and provide an outlet through competitive programs. The Young Athlete Gym Scholarship Program provides a way for the USASF and our corporate sponsor to support the talents of our members and all young people who desire to participate. By doing so the sponsored athlete receives a chance to continue to grow character, strength and their future in a sport that they may not otherwise be able to pursue, is not for the generosity of scholarship assistance. Description of Awards: Merit Based- Merit Based scholarships are available through support of our corporate sponsor(s). Merit awards are provided to athletes who show outstanding academic achievement, talent ability and performance, and have made important community and leadership contributions. Athletes should demonstrate they are well-rounded and be able to provide support recommendations to achievements. Need Based- Need based scholarships are available through the generosity of private corporations, partners, individual donors, alumni gifts, and other funding resources. Priority is given to applications submitted by a “gym fee request” form from their preferred gym owner. All applications must provide support documentation demonstrating financial need and satisfactory academic progress. Entry Criteria: Merit Based-
To be eligible for a Merit Based Scholarship: Applicant must be between the ages of 9 and 17 as of May 31st, 2008 Applicant must have and maintain a 3.5 GPA Applicant must be a USASF member for 12 months prior to Award presentation Recommending gym must be a USASF member gym To apply for the Merit Based Scholarship Applicant must: Fill out Application clearly and honestly Complete a 350 word essay on provided questionnaire Submit a DVD with 90 seconds (performance) Full arrangement of skills Attach a current and past year report card Attach a completed Recommendation Forms from: Gym Coach/Owner An organization, gym or teacher Applicant’s parent Need Based –
To be eligible for a Need Based Scholarship: Applicant must be between the ages of 9 and 17 as of May 31st, 2008 Applicant must have and maintain a 2.5 GPA Applicant must be a USASF member for 12 months prior to Award presentation Recommending gym must be a USASF member gym To apply for the Merit Based Scholarship Applicant must: Fill out Application clearly and honestly Complete a 350 word essay on provided questionnaire Submit a DVD with 90 seconds (performance) Full arrangement of skills Attach a current and past year report card Attach a completed Recommendation Forms from: Gym Coach/Owner An organization, gym or teacher Applicant’s parent Attach a letter from parent’s legal guardian regarding status of need Attach a separate recommendation letter from coach or gym director regarding status of need and gym participation Judging Panel:
A panel of independent judges have been selected from a combination of donors and sponsors, to review and evaluate all scholarship applications. The selection of these judges has been made to ensure an unbiased and level atmosphere. Results and selection will be made by an Advisory Board developed in the honor of this scholarship. Selection Criteria:
The Athlete Gym Scholarships will be determined based on either merit of need and how well the applicant demonstrates , through supporting documentation, the requirements to participate in the scholarship program . Finalists:
Finalists will be notified, both through the gym as well as to the home address provided, no later than March 15th, 2009. All Merit-Based Finalists will be provided with a certificate of merit. Award Notification:
All parties will be notified of the status and acceptance of application, both through the gym as well as to the home address provided, no later than April 1, 2009. Award Funding:
The Athlete Gym Scholarship will be funded directly to the applicant’s gym in their name. Scholarship will cover athlete’s expenses up to awarded amount and within one year it is specified. Collegiate Scholarship Program Overview: The USASF (United States All Star Federation) encourages the positive life benefits of all star cheerleading and dance that stay with an all star cheerleader or dancer as they pursue their future. High school seniors who have been involved in all star cheerleading and dance and are pursuing a higher education, may apply for this scholarship to assist the start of their new lives. The USASF believes that continued effects of the character, sportsmanship, work ethic and teamwork shall follow all star cheerleaders and dancers in their education endeavors. The purpose of this program is to support and guide dedicated and talented athletes through this transition. As well as recognize the hard work and efforts that have developed success for them to this point.
The USASF’s mission in maximizing the number of participants benefiting from the positive life benefits in all star cheerleading and dance, supports athlete’s around the world. The College Scholarship Program provides athletes support in applying these benefits to a College/University Degree. The athlete can contribute to the community around her and pursue an education with aid and encouragement. Description of Award:
Performance and Merit Based - This award is provided to athletes who show outstanding leadership, ability and passion for all star cheerleading or dance. Achievement and philanthropic efforts should be demonstrated along with skills and a coaches recommendation. Each award is given based on the outstanding demonstrations of all these attributions. Entry Criteria:
Performance and Merit Based-
To be eligible for a Collegiate Scholarship: Applicant must be planning to attend College/University as a full time student Applicant must be a USASF member for 12 months prior to Award presentation To apply for the Merit Based Scholarship Applicant must: Fill out Application clearly and honestly Complete a 350 word essay on provided pertinent questions Why are you going to College/University? What do you plan to study? How has your participation in all star cheerleading or dance helped your personal development/ How do you plan to give back to your community after completing your education? How have you helped promote good sportsmanship in our sport/ What specifically makes a good role model? List three of the biggest challenges to image of cheerleading or dance in our society Formulate a three step program for improving the image of cheerleading or dance nationwide that you would recommend to industry leaders List several suggestions you feel could help improve the all star industry Describe any unusual challenges or financial hardships you face in continuing your education Submit a DVD with 90 seconds (performance) Full arrangement of skills Attach a past year transcripts Attach a completed Recommendation Form from: All Star Cheer or Dance Coach All Star Cheer or Dance Owner/Program Director Judging Panel:
A separate judging panel has been selected for each stage of the application process. The purpose of this separation and selection is to ensure quality and meticulous review of applicant’s supporting material while maintaining fair and clear opinions. Evaluations will be separated into: Application review, recommendation letter review, essay review and tape review. Results will be reviewed by a committee and finalists chosen. After evaluation process is complete and finalists are chosen a separate group will interview and select from the finalists interview and prior application review. Selection Criteria:
The Collegiate Scholarships will be determined based on either merit and need and how well the applicant demonstrates, through supporting materials and interview process, the requirements to participate in scholarship program. Finalists:
Finalists will be notified, both through the gym as well as to the home address provided, no later than March 15th, 2009. All finalists will be provided with a certificate of merit. Award Notification:
All parties will be notified of the status and acceptance of application, both through the gym as well as to the home address provided, no later than April , 2009. Award Funding:
The Collegiate Scholarship will be awarded directly to the Applicant’s Selected College. Funds will be awarded once.

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