In December of 2021, the cheer team was forced to stop competing mid-season due to lack of coaches. (see: Robinson cheer season put to an abrupt halt on RHSToday) The team was forced to stop their competitions and drop everything they had been working for. However, with new coaches for Varsity and JV, their season is looking a lot brighter.

“We are very excited to start this program fresh, and we have faith that the returning cheerleaders will help guide us as new coaches and be patient as we rebuild. We were previously cheerleaders and both have a big love for the sport,” Varsity Coach Brianna Godfrey said.

Varsity team captain, Sara Gainer, (‘23) was a member of the previous team when it ended, so she is glad that the team is back and moving forward.

“I am absolutely grateful for having cheer back. These past few years cheering have allowed me to create bonds with so many people and I’m just so excited to continue that for my senior year.” Gainer said.

Gainer is working as a guiding force for the new team. With auditions coming up, new members will make up a big section of the new team.

“I’m just looking for people with positive attitudes, someone who is going to stay motivated, determined and committed even if they mess up,” Gainer said.

Auditions to join the team are being held on Aug. 10 at 4 p.m. in the wrestling room for both JV and Varsity for anyone interested. For more information, find them @robinsoncheerleaders on Instagram.

“Once a team is selected we are looking to dive right in,” Godfrey said, “I am most looking forward to watching the team grow as cheerleaders.”