The competition season is in full swing at the Power Cheer Gym, and the PCG teams are telling the nation that London is the cheerleading capital of Canada.
The 120+ collegiate-aged cheerleaders who train at PCG made the statement at Nationals this year that the London club is the pre-eminent collegiate training centre in Canada. Western won its 32nd National coed title, and the All-Girl team captured their second (in three years). Fanshawe, which competes ‘up’ in the university category, brought home their second consecutive 2nd-place finish.
The PCG Viper teams got their season underway with strong placings at events in Sandusky, Ohio and Brampton, but most significantly they took a leadership position in the formation of an entry to be selected as the representatives for Canada at the World Junior Championships in April. Veteran PCG Coach Garrett Skinn initiated an all-star selects program coordinated between four cheer gyms in Southern Ontario, with the aim to earn the privilege of being named the Canadian Junior National Team. The group, named ‘Red Ops,’ was shortlisted to the top three entries in Canada, and they hope to earn the bid early in 2018. Thirteen Viper athletes (ages 12-16) are presently training to earn a spot on the 24-member squad.
The Team Canada national squads were named in December, and an unprecedented 12 members were selected from the present Mustang teams (eight from Coed and four from All-Girl). They join returning National program vets Kaitlyn Harvey and Kurt Ford, along with Coach Trace, to make a large Mustang presence heading to the World Championships in April. PCG has also been selected as one of the National Team training facilities this year.
While National teams and World Championships are very exciting, the heart and soul of the Power Cheer Gym is the athletes that comprise the competitive Viper teams. From the most novice beginner to the elite seniors preparing for university, the staff and coaches of PCG are dedicated to the development of the athletes and the nurturing of a love for the sport.
PCG offers eight different age and ability-based teams. Most teams have openings for late season additions – call 519-667-0565 or email PCG@PowerCheerGym.com for information, reduced mid-year pricing, and a visit!
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Submitted by Power Cheer Gym
