I don't know where to begin. Since I was ten years old I've been to four different Allstar cheerleading gyms. Each one was better than the last. Throughout the gym changes, I started losing the love and passion and it became something I had to do instead of something I wanted to do. I was having panic attacks at school because I was so worried about going to practice.
I was beyond nervous when I first joined the California Allstars. California Allstars has been my dream gym since I was eight because they are all such talented athletes. To think that they thought I was as talented as them to be on one of their teams absolutely blew my mind. I didn't want to mess up and embarrass myself.
My first day with my team was at a camp where we learned our stunts and worked with other coaches. I was so overwhelmed, but the second I walked in and actually met my team I knew I was going to love it.
It wasn't until the last day of camp that I truly knew this is where I belonged. It was just weeks after the Orlando shooting and the owner of the program, Tannaz, talked to the program and told us how much she loved us and no matter how much they yell and scream at us the coaches are always here if we need anything. After that, the program all joined in and the coaches all led us in a gym prayer and we were all crying by the end. I've never felt so much love in one room before. She also called a gym wide prayer throughout all the California locations because she knew we were all going through hard times. Tannaz cares about us so much and I can't thank her enough.
I also want to thank my amazing coaches Jay and Robbii. Ever since I first walked in the door, they have been nothing but loving and supportive of me. They have pushed me because they believe in me. I drive them both insane sometimes, but it's because I love those guys. They have treated me like I've been a part of the program for years and not like the girl that moved across the country for cheer. These are the reasons I thank them.
The past few months have meant more to me than you could ever imagine and I'm so incredibly honored to represent your program.
