#2 Walker Jacobson
Go Bulldogs!
Have a great season! We are proud of you and all you have accomplished! Love, Mom & Dad
SHS CHEERLEADERS
- By Patty Hutchens -
LET’S GO BULLDOGS!
Aubrey Stevens wishing you a great season! 211 Cedar Street in Downtown Sandpoint www.niemansfloral.net 208.263.3024 | 888.499.9534
#77 Caleb Fingel
Go Bulldogs!
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nlike many sports, cheerleading requires a year round dedication. This year’s squad consists of a total of 19 young women who represent the freshman through senior classes.
This year’s squad consists of five seniors who will be leaving the program at the end of the year. Eliana Cravens, Addi Edwards, Ryleigh Groat, Savanah Groff and Jaden Lohman have been part of the cheer program from the start of their freshman year.
According to Coach Lori Gedrose, the squad starts practicing immediately following tryouts in May and continues until the state competition in March of each year.
“They came in quiet and shy with little cheer experience. They will leave knowledgeable, determined, confident ladies,” said Coach Gedrose. “They have stepped into a leadership position by showing others on the team to work hard for what you want, smile, be loud and have fun.”
In addition to attending as many games as possible for all of the Bulldog sports, the team practices three days each week for two to three hours each practice. “With practices, games, school and family commitments, cheerleading is a very demanding sport,” said Coach Gedrose. Their dedication has paid off as they have done well at competitions.
Be strong & courageous! Love, Mom, Dad & Hannah
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SHS FOOTBALL 2016
“This spring we competed against other high school cheerleaders in four different competitions, including districts,” said Coach Gedrose. “The ladies took home first and second place trophies in sideline cheer, pom, stunt, and show routines. Our stunt team, including Ashley Samora, Addi Edwards, Savanah Groff, Becca Coop and Cecelia Gedrose, took third at state.”
Gedrose said she has been blessed and honored the past few years to serve as the cheer coach. “Working with the team and the support of amazing parents, this program continues to succeed beyond my expectations. I’m so proud of what these ladies accomplish not only in skill but in their everyday lives. They come together as a team, work out differences, gain new skills, stand by each other like family, and create wonderful memories.” Coach Gedrose encourages her group of young women to have fun and treasure this time. “Enjoy your adventure in cheer and the friends you make, because they won’t just be your friends – they will be your family.”