Thomson Competitive Bulldogs, Thomson GA: Cheerleader of the Month

Courtney Prince

TCB Cheerleader of the Month

Courtney Prince is the quiet regal type, but has the determination and perseverance to see any issue through. ,, she will not quit. She is 12 years old and one of the young ladies on the TCB team that represented McDuffie and surrounding counties successfully in various competition this year, currently 2006 & 2008 Cheersport National and Regional Champions.

Daughter of Sam & Anita Prince from Thomson Courtney’s favorite skill is toe touch, because it is challenging to see just high you can get your feet off the floor ….She also like flying. She say, “I like to fly because it is all about balance. It is a different challenge than you can find anywhere else”. Courtney cheers for both TCB and her school, Briarwood Academy. She say “In competitive cheerleading when you are on the floor you are the athlete and it is all about the cheerleading team and each move is judged. Motivational cheerleading is supporting and urging on the other athletes to do their best. I like to do both “OH ,I love competing and I am always ready , and love it!!!!!!!”

When ask what she likes about TCB “I like TCB because it challenges you to do more than you think you can.”. She says “I’ve learned that cheerleading isn’t just a sport but a sport that takes strength, determination and team work. The squad is more than what each girl can do on their own when they work together as a team”. Anita says, ”Courtney loves cheerleading and she has learned so much from it. It has taught her that if she wants something bad enough she can achieve it through practice and determination, that it is not winning but doing your part your best. She has learned to use her time wisely as she has so little unscheduled time. It has made her more self reliant and responsible. It has helped her feel more self assurance and to pull her out of her shy “shell”. I could go on and on and on about the benefits. I am proud she is a part of TCB..”

Coaches say….Courtney has a lot of potential and will do what ever she sets her mind to..she has the long regal lines to fly and tumble beautifully, She has a great work ethic and will continue to work on the goals she has set for herself. She has the character to do what ever she want to in life.

The TCB is a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. They are always looking for new talent. All the is required is a great work ethic and attitude, For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

TCB Cheerleader of the month

Jessica Star, affectingly know as “Starr” to

her team mates is just that a star!

Her commitment to the team and herself has made her a huge success not only on the floor but off as well. She say “ I love TCB because there is so many opportunities to be gained through it. I love making new friends and meeting new people. It is so amazing when you watch all of these other teams perform and then later you think to yourself that’s what I’m doing and that’s why I like TCB so much because it puts you out there with all the other squads. I have learned sportsmanship and responsibility. Since I have been on the squad I have really opened up and just been able to let my personality shine through”.” When I am on the stage and the curtains open it’s like being in another world and my whole body goes cold and I am filled with adrenaline and the music starts and its like WOW. Especially when everything Hits in the routine and no stunts fall I feel so ecstatic and when you get off the stage you feel so accomplished even if we don’t place first.” Jessica’s favorite skill is…. “ I love to do back handsprings .Why? It is just fun and exciting and I love back handsprings “ “I also, love to stunt its awesome its just so much fun while being a great workout. I also love to show facials because I just get to throw my face around doing facial expressions I usually wouldn’t do in my everyday life.”

Jessica, age 14 is from Glascock county and the daughter of Candy Star. She not only cheers for TCB but represent her high school as well in cheering for their teams...She says” Competitive cheerleading gives you the excitement and enjoyment of performing on a stage and meeting new people, with competitive cheerleading people are motivating you. In motivational you are inspiring the crowd As in competitive you are building a crowd through all the skills that you work for. Motivational cheerleading is one thing but Competitive is in a Whole different level! “ Mom says, “Three years ago Jessica, with her school cheerleading, attended TCB’s cheer camp. After that she wanted to join the program. This was something she is very passionate about. I agreed to let her join as long as she maintained A’s and B’s and gives it 100%. Over the years her passion, devotion, and dedication has only strengthened. She works very hard to maintain her grades. Jessica has always been a pusher of herself and very devoted and dedicated to something she believes in and enjoys doing. So her level of devotion and passion does not surprise me at all. Like most of the other girl most of her walking, sleeping, dreaming, thinking and breathing time is cheerleading!

We are very proud of her. Her brother is even the mascot. His main reason in doing this was to show his sister how much he does support her.” Coaches feel Starr is a huge success. When she first joined she was so….quiet and we could not get her to say a word.. Now we can’t get her to be quiet.!! She is self motivated and one of the real competitors that will go home and work at as hard a home as she does at practice to perfect a skill. She has really grown as an individual and is starting to lead her teams both at TCB and in Glascock county. Her future in cheerleading has not limits because her expectation, perseverance.. and goal setting will take her to succeed at all she does in life.

Thomson Competitive Bulldogs are a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. TCB currents hold four National titles and several Regional ones. Teams are made up of cheerleaders from age 6 to 19 representing all surrounding counties broadening the horizon of these gifted young ladies. They participate in approximately 5 to 6 competitions a year and perform at several demos. TCB is currently has a few spots open for new members for the next season. For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

Alexis Duncan

TCB Cheerleader of the Month

Alexis started as the quiet young lady but really came into her own developing not only her cheerleading skill but her talents and presentation skills rolled over into becoming a Beauty queen, winning several National titles.. She is 15 years old and one of the Jefferson Country high school young ladies on the TCB team that represented McDuffie and surrounding counties successfully in various competition this year, currently 2006 & 2008 Cheersport National and Regional Champions. Daughter of Michael and Sammi Duncan from Louisville. Alexis’s favorite skill is Round off backhand spring back tuck--- she is in the process of perfecting it. She also loves to stunt, dance, cheer, jump, and tumble!! She say’ “I love the rush you get the second you step on the competition floor. All your adrenaline gets to pumping and you know that its all about you and your team and what you have learned all about to be showcased in 2 minutes and 30 seconds.

I LOVE competitive cheerleading but i also enjoy motivational cheering because you get to cheer on you home team under the Friday night lights.” She manages a busy schedule cheering for both TCB and JCHS and excel at both. When ask what she like about TCB, “I like that at TCB we are one big family. We fuss, we cry, we fight. We have our times. But the best part is that we get to travel to new places, meet alot of new teams, and then--------we CRUSH them!!

I also like coaching the younger girls in Gibson and tumbling classes with Colt. And she has learned… teamwork and motivational skills. And that you have to be ready to work and give it 110% all the time. I’ve also learned that even when we don’t win to still hold our heads up as if we won 1st place. Mom says,” Alexis has always loved cheerleading so TCB has been a dream come true to her.

I’ve seen Alexis grow in so many ways in the 3 years she has been a part of the TCB program from someone who couldn’t turn a cartwheel when we first started to someone who now is working on her back tuck. She has more confidence in herself, more determination and more respect for what it takes to be a part of a TCB squad. Her cheerleading and dance skills have helped her to win the title " American Cheerleader" in the America's Miss Tourism Pageant, where she won "Universal Miss Tourism, first place in dance in the Georgia Teen America pageant, along with many other titles and hopefully will continue to help her win this summer at the ANMTC pageant.” Coaches say….Alexis has the drive and potential to accomplish her goals in life. When she sets her mind to accomplish a goal she works very hard to obtain it. Her goal after school is the go to UGA for college and cheer with the competitive UGA cheerleaders… she is very close to having the skills need to make that dream come true.

The TCB is a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. They are currently taking new members for the next season

For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

Kim Hobbs

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

Age 16

TCB Cheerleader of the month is a very special young lady that has proven she is determine, Kimberly Denise Hobbs,, know affectingly as Kim. Kim, age 16 is a member of the Senior team and on her third year with TCB. She was part of the 2007 National winning team and if ask what she like about competitive verse motivational cheerleading she would say, “ I like the competitiveness

When ask what she likes about TCB, “We have to learn to all work together as a team to win and that makes us become closer as a group.” Kim’s favorite skill…. is tumbling. She like the challenge of learning new skills and getting in shape. Kim is from Thomson and the daughter of Perry and Lynn Hobbs. Mom says, “Kim is starting her third year with TCB and has benefited both physically and mentally.

The TCB schedule, competitions, tumbling and team practices allows her ot be more disciplined with her time and academically successful. As a parent I enjoy going to the competitions, meeting new people, seeing how far Kim can succeed in the future. Coaches feel Kim gives her all to the team she is very dedicated and always does her best. They wish everyone had her perseverance, attitude and dedication, the team would be unbeatable!

The Thomson Competitive Bulldogs are a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. TCB currents hold four National titles and several Regional ones. Teams are made up of cheerleaders from age 6 to 19 representing all surrounding counties broadening the horizon of the young ladies. They participate in approximately 5 to 6 competitions a year and perform at several demos.

TCB is currently has a few spots open for new members for the next season. For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182

Jordon O’Conner

TCB Cheerleader of the Month

Jordon started as the quiet young lady but really came into her own developing not only her cheerleading skill but her talents and presentation skills rolled over into becoming a Beauty queen, winning several National titles.. She is 12 years old and one of the Briarwoods middle school young ladies on the TCB team that represented McDuffie and surrounding counties successfully in various competition this year, currently 2006 & 2008 Cheersport National and Regional Champions. Daughter of Marc and Janet O’Conner from Thomson Jordon’s favorite skill is Round off backhand spring back tuck--- she is in the process of perfecting it. She also loves it because you go really fast and you go high in the tuck. And you just pop on skill after another. I really like to fly because you go high in the air and you can just stay there and you come down soooo fast.!! I love to stunt, dance, cheer, jump, and tumble but the jumps are not my thing..

She say’ “TCB provides great tumbling classes and coaches and a chance for every one to cheer. You also get really great team makes and make new fiends because everyone is there for the same reason….. to compete. And she say about competition… OH course I’m ready I’ve been competing for 3year sand I used to the crowd and love it!!!!!!!” She say she has learned, “ A lot…..multiple skills , like stunts, flying, basing, back spotting, dancing, cheer , jumps and tumbling. But more important I have learned teamwork and support for each other on the team”. Mom says,” I feel that TCB has been an overall positive experience for Jordan. It has given her an opportunity to meet new friends. The competitions are a great avenue to develop confidence to get out in front of people.

TCB encourages these kids to push themselves to become the best in athletics and more importantly to develop great Christian character.” Coaches say….Jordon is a great asset to any team. She is dedicated, and infectious with her enthusiasm and personality. She has the skills and work ethics to go as far in this sport as she chooses. The TCB is a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program.

They are currently taking new members for the next season For information Contact

Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

Rebecca. Walker

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

TCB Cheerleader of the month, Rebecca Walker is dynamite on stage. You will not miss the girls he outgoing facial expression just capture you r eye Rebecca has been with TCB for three years and par to f the National Champion team.. Rebecca age 13, if ask what she like about cheering she would says, “It is FUN!!! …although you have to work extremely hard but it is worth it. And it always ready for a competition, competition is so much better because you meet more friends and being on the competition floor and seeing thousand of people watching you gives you the excitement and a real high.”

Rebecca’s favorite skill is…. basing. She says, “It is thrilling to watch your flyer go sooooo high in a basket, and to hit that difficult stunt or pyramid.” I like to stunt, dance, jumps, and cheer but not really flying” But what she has learned most is to work together and never never stop trying… and you will succeed. “She says, “It feels so great when you tryout for a team. You get this rush in your system. Then waiting and waiting to see if you made it or not. But when you make it….you never regret it, trust me you won’t!”

Rebecca is from Thomson and the daughter of Ree Walker. Mom says, “Rebecca has really become outgoing after being on the team the last couple of years, Her confidence really shows, Her attitude on the floor is fun to watch” Coaches feel Rebecca nor only has the work ethic and attitude to succeed on the mat but in life aw well. She does not give up when thing don’t go her way….doesn’t get he spot she wanted in a stunt or the team she wanted that year, She digs in an excels where she is and just make the best of it and does not let her wants interfere with the team effort. She is a model team player an this is a life skill so people never learn. As a cheerleader she sells the routine with the same enthusiastic attitude that will make her a winner in life! When she started three years ago, she was quiet and shy, unsure of herself not quite comfortable with the tumbling but now she master the back hand spring and tucks and it really becoming a power tumbler.

Thomson Competitive Bulldogs are a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. TCB currents hold four National titles and several Regional ones. Teams are made up of cheerleaders from age 6 to 19 representing all surrounding counties broadening the horizon of these gifted young ladies. They participate in approximately 5 to 6 competitions a year and perform at several demos. TCB is currently has a few spots open for new members for the next season.

For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

Shelby Williford

TCB Cheerleader of the Month

Shelby Williford will surprise you with her tenuous nature. She is of small statue but a fighter not a quitter and will work hard to accomplish her goals. She is 12 years old and one of the young ladies on the TCB team that represented McDuffie and surrounding counties successfully in various competition this year, currently 2006 & 2008 Cheersport National and Regional Champions. She has stepped up and in currently double dipping on two of the teams Seniors and Junior Black. This take commitment and time management to balance school work and teams commitments. Daughter of Billy & Shannon Williford from Thomson Shelby’s favorite skill is flying because she “like being on top of the stunt group. It’s exciting to be thrown up in the air” “I like it all but flying, stunting, and cheering are my favorite”.

She say’ “I did recreational cheering for four years before joining TCB. It was fun but there’s nothing like the feeling you get when you step onto the floor at a competition. It’s also exciting because teams get to stunt and tumble on different levels in competitive cheerleading. OH course I’m ready I’ve been competing for 3year sand I used to the crowd giving that rush and love it!!!!!!!” When ask what she likes about TCB “I’ve made a lot of friends. It is fun traveling to all the competitions and hanging out with them, especially Nationals where we stay overnight. TCB also teaches tumbling and stunts, which I really like”. She say she has learned, “That’s it’s not about one person. Everyone is part of a team and it takes everyone to win (and if you don’t win this time, try even harder next time!)”.

Mom says,” Being on TCB has been a positive experience for Shelby. She absolutely loves it and evidently can’t get enough because she is constantly cheering and tumbling at home. The program has helped teach her discipline and responsibility. Her excitement when she accomplishes a goal is contagious. We are very proud of her! .” Coaches say….Shelby has a lot of potential and will do what ever she sets her mind to..she will not let a disappointments keep her down and will continue to work on the goals she has set for herself. She has the character to do what ever she want to in life.

The TCB is a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. They are currently taking new members for the next season For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

April Hobbs

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

TCB Cheerleader of the month has really taken off and established herself as a competitor, April Nicole Hobbs. She 14 years old and is currently a Junior Varsity cheerleader a THS and on her third year with TCB. She was part of the 2006 National champion winning team. and if ask what she like about competitive verse motivational cheerleading she would say, “ It is fun, IT is better than school when they try motivational techniques verse being the competitor.”

When ask what she likes about TCB, “It is challenging but fun and you build such wonderful friends which makes it even more fun.” April’s favorite skill…. Is between motions and tumbling. She says, “ Tumbling is a challenge but in competitions motions can be the difference between wining and losing so they must be sharp and clean”. She says’ I have learned from TCB that it doesn’t matter is you mess up, win or loss, as long as you did your best and had fun”. On skills she says’ Flying just scares me to death. Stunting is a challenge but when you get a stunt that is at high level of difficultly right, it is a team effort and so much fun………. Dance just pumps you up in the competition because you feel like you are having a really good time.

Cheering is fun when you make up new stuff to put with the team cheer. Jumps are ok but I wish mine were higher” April is from Thomson and the daughter of Perry and Lynn Hobbs. Mom says, “April is starting her third year with TCB and has benefited both physically and mentally. The TCB schedule, competitions, tumbling and team practices allows her ot be more disciplined with her time and academically successful. As a parent I enjoy going to the competitions, meeting new people, seeing how far April can succeed in the future. Coaches feel April is a great success. When she started three years ago, she was quiet and shy, not sure of herself physically especially going upside down, now…… she will speak out, assert herself, and has accepted the challenge to learn the difficult skills.. She is very dedicated and always does her best.!

Thomson Competitive Bulldogs are a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. TCB currents hold four National titles and several Regional ones. Teams are made up of cheerleaders from age 6 to 19 representing all surrounding counties broadening the horizon of the young ladies. They participate in approximately 5 to 6 competitions a year and perform at several demos.

TCB is currently has a few spots open for new members for the next season. For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

Savannah Thaxton

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

TCB Cheerleader of the month, Savannah Thaxton is dynamite in a small package. She was part of the National Champion team at age 6 and proved in a very short time that she was a hard worker and could hang with the much older team Savannah’s favorite skill is…. flying. She says, “It is thrilling to fly through the air and it is so much fun.” I like to stunt, dance, jumps, and cheer but really love flying” But what she has learned most is be a team player and it takes everybody working together to be the best. “

“I like to stunt, new tumbling skills and making new friends, there is always something new to learn” Savannah is from Thomson and the daughter of Heather and Jeffery Thaxton and soon to have a little brother.. Mom says, “Being part of the team has helped Savannah to learn the true meaning of friendship. Also, has helped her ot learn to respect for other and herself.

She has learned that as a team we can do anything if we just work together as a team” Coaches feel Savannah has great potential she has proven that a young age does not limit you to any of the skills required for competitve cheerleading. She has the attention span and work ethic to achieve her goals. She can tumble, fly stunt jump with the best. She has great future with this sport.

Thomson Competitive Bulldogs are a program of the McDuffie County Recreation Competitive Cheerleading and Gymnastic Program. TCB currents hold four National titles and several Regional ones. Teams are made up of cheerleaders from age 6 to 19 representing all surrounding counties broadening the horizon of these gifted young ladies. They participate in approximately 5 to 6 competitions a year and perform at several demos.

TCB is currently has a few spots open for new members for the next season. For information Contact Laura Adams at 706 595 8182.

Maghan Sullivan

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

10 years old

Parents:  Donald & Cheryl Sullivan

Thomson, GA 

Maghan is going on her third year with TCB and has loved it since day one.  When asked what she likes about competitive cheerleading, Maghan states “I like going to the competitions and going on stage as well as performing at demos”.  She really likes being with her friends as well as making new friends each year.  Maghan states that she thinks TCB is a great program and has really great coaches.  Her favorite skill is tumbling because she likes to run and flip “it is just so much fun”.  When asked if she is ready to compete, “YES, I am always ready and I love to watch the other teams to see how good or bad they are”.   “I have learned about how to have good sportsmanship and how to work as a team.  I also realize how hard this sport is and appreciate how much time the coaches put into us.”  “I like to fly because when you fly you can be seen most and you get to shine.”

Her mom, Cheryl, states that, “We love being a part of TCB and the program that is offered to this community.  I can remember seeing the ad in the paper and thinking that this was the perfect program for her, she was always jumping around and making up cheers with her friends.  I knew she would be great at this.  To see how much she has grown and how much the coaches have taught her, makes us feel so proud.  She is really good and she always strives to do better each time.  Her dad, Donald, really loves going to the competitions and lights up when he sees her on stage and is proud of  how she has grown with each tumble and always says we have won first place.”  “This program has helped Maghan learn the concept of being a part of a team and how one person can affect the whole team by her actions or attitude.  She has learned to deal with being on top as a National Champ and being ok with not being a National Champ.  Learning to lose with grace is also something that she is learning as well..we can’t always win, but we can be winners as long as YOU do your best then you always win first place…

Raven Norris

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

Uniquequa S. Wilcher

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

“My name is Uniquequa S. Wilcher.  I'm an 8th grader at TMS.  This is my third year with Thomson Competitive Bulldog Cheerleaders as a back spotter.  I have learned how to be a team player and I understand the importance of teamwork.  Being a competitive cheerleader is hard work.  We must practice, practice and then practice some more until we get it right.  I have learned a great deal by being on a team with varied ages and that sometime adjustments have to be made so that we can be the best that we can be.  My coach, Cassidy Adams, is very dedicated and I appreciate her.   I do get tired, but in the end its all worth it because I am helping myself to be a better person.”

Uniquequa is one of the selected members of the Thomson Competitive Junior Black All Star Squad, the first competitive team that had tryouts. Uniquequa is from Thomson and the daughter of Annette Lott., who says, “TCB has been good for Uniquequa.  It has motivated her self esteem.   Being the only child in my house, she isn't as self centered and she don't mind helping others when she can.  I think this a good program and it offers more than just CHEERLEADING for girls and boys alike.”

The coaches feel Uniquequa has the right Stuff!!! .  She is hardworking and listens, does her job on the team. She had some of the best dance skills, jumps and  is developing her tumbling skills. Having mastered the back handspring is ready to learn new skills.  Most impressive  to her team mates and coaches is her perseverance thought a shoulder injury never quitting and working through the pain to not let her team down in a performance.  This is team-manship and what makes every coach proud of an individual.. Uniquequa represents this basic value TCB is trying to build and teach to the cheerleaders.  Skills can be taught, Team-manship can be taught but a fighting spirit is something you are born with..  These attributes is what it takes to make great teams.

TeQuayla Rayford

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

TeQuayla  is one of the quietest  members of the Thomson Competitive Junior Black Squad and has been a competitive cheerleader for two years.  She  was a member of the 2006 Cheersport National and Regional championship squad for TCB and cheers for Thomson Middle School Squad as well. “In competition cheerleading we go and compete but with motivational cheerleading we cheer for the team to win.  I do both and enjoy both”

 TeQuayla  is 13 years old, very quiet off the mat, but shines on the mat.   She is the daughter of Terry Rayford  of Thomson and lives with her Shatega Evans of Thomson, Georgia.  Her favorite part of cheerleading is competition,  When ask is she is ready for competition her answer is “Yes always”.  When ask what her favorite skill is …” jumps because she loves to jump and hers are good”

I have learned a lot from TCB, to tumble and how stunt, jumps, sharp motions”. I like to dance, cheer, jump and fly but there are  smaller girls than me so I don’t get to fly much.  I love to dance , it is a fun work out”

About her team…“I love the new friends I have made, the tumbling I have learned and being able to go to competitions and compete!””

Sister says’ “TeQuayla has really benefited a lot from TCB.  She is very quiet person abut being part of TCB has gotten her to come out of her shell a lot. She has gained confidence and become more outgoing. She had learned a lot of different skills  since she has been part of the team that will definitely her r in her future cheerleading experiences..

The coaches feel TeQuayla is the model student.  She is hardworking and listens, does her job on the team with out complaint She had some of the best jumps and her athletic ability is still untapped in the tumbling arena. TeQuayla is the kind of cheerleader all coaches are looking for as a team player with talent and hardworking ethics.  That attributes is what it takes to make great teams.

Sara Pereda

Thomson Competitive Bulldog

Cheerleader of the Month

Sara is a member of the Thomson Competitive Junior Black Squad and has been a competitive cheerleader for two years.  She was the recipient of the 2006 Christian Character award and was a member of the 2006 Cheersport National and Regional championship squad for TCB.  Sara is 11 years old and her quiet confidence and ability to listen helps her to excel at everything she sets her mind to.

She is the daughter of Ann and John Pereda of Dearing, Georgia, and her favorite part of cheerleading is stunting.  She likes the way you get to learn new things all the time and challenge yourself to be aware and strong.  “Teamwork is vital and I like when we all come together to get the job done.”

“Competing is the best part of cheerleading because you forget all the pain and fights and just enjoy the moment,” Sara explains.  “Performing by myself in front of people makes me nervous, but when I am with everyone on the mat, the nerves go away.  I really like watching the crowd yelling with us.”

Her round-off with two back handsprings is her favorite tumbling stunt and she hopes to have her round-off back tuck soon.  She has learned that you get out of cheerleading what you put into it and really enjoys working on the Black Squad because everyone is so dedicated to it.  If they could only do it a little later on Saturday mornings, so she can sleep in more, it would be perfect.

Her mom feels that TCB has helped her to challenge herself more and learn to dig deep in order to achieve her goals.  It really keeps her moving and she gets to socialize with some really great girls.  “I like that she is learning to build good relationships and how to make decisions, “ says her father.  “It’s helping her mature physically and emotionally.”   Sara is a 6^th grader at Thomson Middle School.  Although TCB takes up a large amount of her extracurricular time, she is still very dedicated to her friends and family.  Sara is an avid swimmer, enjoys watching TV and working on the computer, cannot resist hugging babies and adores strawberries.

The coaches feel Sara is the quiet leader on the team. She is an all around athlete, she can tumble, stunt, dance, and jump.  She has a sweet spirit that radiates through her personality on and off the mat. Though, sometimes very quiet she  has shown has leadership through her actions of putting the team first….. demonstrating  the underlying goal of TCB…teammanship.