Fifth Avenue Mile - 2013

On Sunday, September 22nd 2013, Cheer New York had the pleasure of cheering on the racers at the 32^nd annual NYRR Fifth Avenue Mile.

photo credit: NYRR

As we walked towards the warm up area around 7:30am we were expecting to find tired, cranky morning people but to our surprise, everyone was so energized and excited for what the day had in store.  The weather was perfect for a fall morning: not to cool and not too warm, which was nice for the runners and spectators so they could comfortably stop to watch us in between their warm up. 

Not even five minutes into the start of the event you could already feel the high voltage energy our cheerleaders were exuding.

photo credit: NYRR

The runners themselves were so much fun to cheer for. It was so heartwarming to have them wave and smile back at us before speeding up for the finish line. Knowing that we played a part in motivating them to complete their run definitely made our day. 

We loved how responsive the crowd was as that’s what drives us as performers and cheerleaders. Great job to everyone who participated in the 5th Ave Mile. A shout-out to the adorable young runners who closed the race and Cheer New York’s own Katie M. who finished the race in 6 minutes and 54 seconds!

We can't wait for our next event this Wednesday (Oct. 2^nd from 7-10pm) THAT’S TOMORROW!! -- the "The Will Clark Show" Bingo Fundraiser at Uncle Charlie’s Bar (139 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017) Hope to see you there!

2013-2014 Newbies Announced!

Just a few weeks ago, we held tryouts for our upcoming season. This is anticipated to be a huge year for us with Gay Games just around the corner. We had a strong turnout this year, making choosing our new members very difficult, but we could not be happier with our selection. 
After much anticipation, Cheer New York is very thrilled to finally announce the new members of our 2013-2014 team!

Fans, please join us in congratulating eighteen fabulous new men and women to our cheer family-
Anthony M., Ashley C., Ashley Rose L., Christopher R., Destiny M., Jessica J., John G., Karen L., Kerry M., Kiran R., Lauren A., Lyndsay A., Malaea R., Milissa C., Rachel S., Theo B., Zaccary B., and Zavier C.

Thank you so much to each and every one of you that came to audition this year. If you didn't make the team this time around, please tryout again. We have a mid-season tryouts in the beginning of the year and again next summer. To the eighteen that did join us, CONGRATULATIONS! We are so happy to have you on the team... hope you're ready to WERQ!

Don't forget you can follow us on Instagram, Twitter and like us on Facebook!

Contact us at info@cheerny.org for any further information

Tryouts start THIS WEEK!

photo credit: Andre Photography

Have you been wanting to find a way to get back into cheerleading after all those years? Is cheerleading a sport you've always admired, but never knew how to get involved? Have you been searching for a way to work with charitable organizations within the local community? Well look no further! Dust off those pom poms folks! Cheer New York is looking for YOU!

photo credit: Andre Photography

It's hard to believe that with our season only having ended a few weeks ago, that tryouts are already here, but they are!

That's right! Our first clinic will be this Wednesday 7/31 from 6:45-10pm. We will have an additional/make-up clinic the following Sunday (this Sunday) 8/4 from 1:45-5pm. You must attend at least one of the two clinics to be eligible to tryout for the 2013-2014 season. We will hold the final tryout on Wednesday 8/7 from 6:45-10pm.

Cheer New York (Cheer NY) is an all-volunteer non-profit adult cheerleading organization by and for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Straight communities that combines cheers, gymnastics, dance and acrobatic stunts into a professional and exhilarating crowd-pleasing performance. Cheer New York is made up of adults from the NY/NJ area who are in their 20s, 30s, and 40s. Our mission is to support the fight against AIDS and other life-challenging illnesses and conditions by raising money for small local charities through our "Cheer for Life" fund.

If this sounds like a group that you would like to be a part of, please contact us for more information about tryouts including exact locations, requirements, and any other questions you may have: info@cheerny.org

You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@cheernewyork)!

Thank You, GLBT Expo 2013!!

This past weekend, Cheer New York appeared at The Original GLBT Expo in New York City as one of the many exhibitors at the 20th annual Expo on March 9th and 10th at the Jacob Javitz Convention Center.

Cheer NY showed off our new members, new uniforms, did some recruiting, performed stunts, jumps, cheers, dances and even tumbling to raise awareness our two local charities (Art Start & Bronx Aids Services).

The two-day event was the first performance for many of our new team members and our very own John-Deric M. performed on the main stage as did David G. with drag performer Peppermint, who even gave us a special shout out.

This event marked the start of the 2013 Pride season for Cheer New York; so many fans that came and told us how great we looked and couldn't wait to see us at the Pride Parades.

This event was such a fun and successful experience for us. Cheer New York is always honored to be with such a dynamic group of people that attend The Original GLBT Expo and who cheer us on just as much as we cheer them on.

If you missed seeing us at the Expo this weekend, fear not! Cheer New York will be on the sidelines of the NYC Half Marathon Sunday morning (March 17th) cheering on all of New York City's finest Road Runners (including a few of our own teammates, Abbey C., Katie M. and Rachael G.)! Make sure you check us out at the "Cheer NY Cheer Zone" on the West Side Highway near Christopher St. (around mile marker 10!) and say hi, help us cheer on the runners and give them a bit of encouragement!

Photo courtesy of NYRR 2012

Cheer NY & The Original GLBT Expo!

This is a big year for The Original GLBT Expo as they celebrate their 20th year! Cheer New York will be there as we have been for many years past, to help boost the excitement.

Please join us Saturday March 9 and Sunday March 10, both days from 12noon to 6pm.

Come get a sneak peak at what we've got up our sleeves for Pride season as we show off our stunts, tricks and flips! Don't forget that we are cheering for charity, so make sure you show our donation bucket some love. The sexy men and women of Cheer NY will be their dancing and cheering their butts off, just for you- so please stop by and say "Hi!!"

Photos by HeyMrJason Photography and courtesy of Out Magazine, at The Original GLBT Expo, 2012.
 

Fabulous Newbie: Ashley!

If you haven't caught up with us lately, you may not know that Cheer New York recently had tryouts! It's always so great to see the energy and enthusiasm that our newbies come in with. Leadership really noticed Ashley S. stepping up at this week's practice. Always eager to be involved in whatever stunt is being thrown, always practicing the dances and cheers with her teammates when there's down time... It was an easy decision for the leadership to crown her this week's Fabulous Award winner! 

Get to know Ashley S!!

Ashley was born and raised here in NYC, she started cheerleading when she was 12 years old and you might be surprised to learn that she is ambidextrous! Even though she hasn't hit it yet, her favorite stunt is a kick-double...she says "one day I'll get there and master it!" Like everyone else in NYC, she's looking forward to spring so she can wear spring dresses and flip-flops.

Congratulations on winning the Cheer NY Fabulous Award Ashley!

Wondering where Cheer New York will be next? Make sure to come say hi to us at The Original GLBT Expo on March 9 & 10!

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Congrats 2013 Newbies!

Cheer New York is very lucky in that we live in the greatest city in the U.S. (in our humble opinion). We have such a huge pool of talent show up at our auditions each year, it's hard for us to make cuts. That being said... Congratulations to the lucky 16 who recently went through our mid-season auditions and made the team!

Thank you to each and every person who auditioned.... we sincerely wish we could take every one of you. Please, re-audition for us again this summer for our 2013-2014 season!

Congrats again, and welcome to the Cheer NY family: Ashley S., Brennen C., Caitlin O., Cassie J., Dustin B., Justin K., Kendrew D., Lyndsey A., Mikaela D., Omer C., Sloan L., Zavier C., retuning member Jovani P., and our new auxiliary members, Cleopatra A., Jeremy K., and Austin N!
 

Now let's get ready for Pride season!!!

  Please join us in welcoming the newest members to the team!
Cheer NY would love to see you at 
Boxers Sports Bar in Hell's Kitchen
(50th St. & 9th Ave.) this Sunday, February 17 @ 6pm-9pm
for our semi-annual "Newbie Night!" 
Always a fun time, we hope to see you there!

NYRR's Gridiron Classic

On Sunday February 3, 2013 Cheer New York joined the New York Road Runners, Front Runners and other running enthusiasts  for the 22nd annual NYRR Gridiron Classic 4 mile race and Longest Football Throw Competition. 

 Photo courtesy of: NYRR

 It had snowed the night before so Cheer NY knew they had to bring the energy to help pep up the crowd of over 5,500 runners that ran the 4 mile race (including Cheer NY's Abbey C!).
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Photo courtesy of: NYRR

The annual Super Bowl Sunday race starts with a longest football throw competition, which had a little extra excitement this year when a poodle rushed the field. The game day fun continued with many participants sporting their favorite teams jerseys and a midway poll allowing runners to predict the games outcome that night.
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Turns out the runners guessed wrong as the Baltimore Ravens were victorious that evening, but Cheer New York still had a blast cheering each and every runner on to their own personal victory that morning. Great job to all that participated! We look forward to seeing you at our next event!

Guess what???
Cheer New York tryouts are STILL going on! 
You've got one last chance to make it to cheer clinic 
this Sunday (Feb. 10).
You must visit our website www.cheerny.org 
and contact us to REGISTER and get exact details. 

Good luck Recruits!!!

New Year, New Uniforms...Fabulous!

Cheer New York is back from our winter break. Our 2013 cheer season has started off with a big bang! Our new uniforms finally arrived, and everyone looks so great in them - we cannot wait to show them off at our upcoming events!

We're only two practices in, but we are already getting started, working hard on our routine for Pride month. If you plan to be in the NYC or Philly area this summer, make sure you find us at your favorite Pride parade.

All of our team members work so hard and dedicate so much time, effort, and energy each week. But this week, Ronz R. really put in the extra effort it takes to receive the coveted Fabulous Award! (Given to an exceptional team member each practice by the team's Coaches). Ronz has really come back from the break giving nothing less than 100%. His attitude and determination to get the job done is so encouraging and inspiring to the rest of the team. Thank you so much for all that you do for Cheer NY Ronz, congrats!

Cheer New York Mid-Season Tryouts are just around the corner, with our first cheer clinic on Wednesday February 6th. To REGISTER and get more information, please visit our website www.cheerny.org 
 

Cheer NY Hasn't WRAPPED Up Their Season Yet!

That's right folks! Cheer New York is still hard at work wrapping all of your 2012 gifts at the Union Square Barnes & Noble! We will be there open to close through Christmas Eve (Monday night)!

As you can see, our little elves have been keeping busy taking care of all of your gift wrapping needs. All of your generous donations that we've received so far are making a HUGE impact on our two Cheer For Life charities, Art Start and the Bronx Aids Services (BAS).

Be sure to please your favorite book worm or that movie goer in your life, with a gift from Barnes & Noble. There's still plenty of time to get in all of your holiday shopping! If nothing else, we'd love to have you stop by and say hello!

From all of us at Cheer New York, we want to wish you the happiest of holidays and a healthy New Year!

Cheer NY At The Walk To End Alzheimer's 2012

As much fun as we all have being able to cheer in multiple pride parades, bar events that even take place at sea, and sometimes even on Broadway, nothing is more satisfying than when we are cheering people on at a charity walk or race. Back on October 21, Cheer New York cheered on hundreds of adults, kids, and even dogs at the Walk To End Alzheimer’s.

This time around Cheer New York cheered people on as they are arriving on an early, chilly morning and you could just see the excitement in their eyes that there were real cheerleaders there… for them! 

We cheered them on when they were halfway done by throwing stunts and thanking them for being there.

 And finally, we cheered for them again when they finished a very long walk for a very good cause.

Being able to thank people who come out for such a good cause and having them thank us for being there for them is one of the most amazing and humbling feelings a person can have. This reminds us all why we are a part of this organization and what we do for people who also do great things like participants of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Cameo, You're Fabulous!

Hello to all of our loyal Cheer New York blog followers. We apologize it’s been a little quiet around here. First and foremost, we want to thank everyone who has reached out to us in the midst of hurricane Sandy. Your strength and support means so much to us. Rest assured, no one from Cheer NY was seriously harmed or injured. Thank goodness!

Because of all of this crazy weather, Cheer NY had their last practice for the fall 2012 season on Oct. 24. The winner of the last fabulous award went to a veteran who has really come back to prove herself this season. Please give a huge congratulations to Cameo S. for really stepping up her game lately. Leadership chose Cameo as this weeks fabulous award recipient because athletically, she has really improved. But more importantly, she has improved her commitment to this team and always serves up a good dose of healthy competition at every practice or event.

"Super excited about getting the fabulous award. I wish I had some glitter to throw!" - Cameo S.

We wish we had some for you too! You deserve it!

Please come out to see your favorite Cheer New York members this holiday season, we will be wrapping gifts at the Union Square Barnes & Noble December 6-24! Don't forget that all of your generous donations go to charity!

Cheer New York & The Will Clark Show

On Wed. Oct 11 Cheer New York teamed up with The Will Clark Show to raise money for The Cheer for Life Fund playing good old fashion BINGO.  
That is, if old fashion BINGO featured booze,  Adult prizes, and some risqué banter from Will and co-host Collin Stone. 

 The team sold $1 Bingo cards to Ritz bar patrons who were treated to off color comedy, Happy Hour specials, and music by DJ Chauncey Dandridge.  Special guest Joe Conti also performed his new single When it Comes to Love (available on iTunes) during a break between rounds.  

Will was a gracious host giving shout outs to the team several times through out the evening and sharing our mission with the crowd.  Thanks to the Ritz, Will Clark, and to everyone who came out and had a great time.  BINGO!!!

Who's Fabulous? Mark C!!

Cheer New York was at it again last Wednesday for another grueling practice. At the end of each practice, our leadership gets together and decides who should win that night's fabulous award. Some nights, it's a no-brainer and other nights, each of the teammates have worked equally as hard so it might be a bit tougher for them to decide. It's especially difficult when you have a teammate who is consistently fabulous, they can almost fly under the radar. That is exactly why Mark C. won last week. Since joining the team at the end of the summer, Mark has showed up to every practice and almost every event. He has helped a ton behind the scenes and always gives 110%. 

"I am so honored to be part of Cheer NY and to be recognized as fabulous. Thank you team for allowing me to be part of something greater than myself!" - Mark C.

Thank YOU Mark, for being so fabulous!
Cheer New York is taking a break from practice next Wednesday to go trick-or-treating! But keep checking in with our blog, we've got some great posts coming up from our most recent events!

David G., You're FABULOUS!

Hard to believe it, but Cheer New York is already half way through our 2012 season! We had another great practice, cleaning up the pyramid we learned the week before. It was so great to see so many teammates shuffling around, trying out different stunt positions and hearing everyone's positive encouragements. One voice that really stood out from the crowd was our returning member, David G. 

David really stepped it up this week and kept such an upbeat, uplifting attitude which really helped his pod especially towards the end of practiced when we were all pooped and wanted to be done, David kept the group going! 

"We can only be as fabulous as the people we have around us! I got Cheer NY!" - David G.

Thanks again for your hard work and dedication David!

Terry, You Are FABULOUS!

This past week, Cheer New York had an exceptionally amazing practice. We cannot wait to show everyone what we've been working on. Bases and back-spots were busy showing off their muscles tossing and flipping flyers all over the place. One strong base really impressed the leadership this week, which is why Terry R. won the Fabulous award! Terry is one of our newest newbies and has had such a positive attitude from the get-go. He has gone out of his way to get to know everyone on the team and gets involved at every chance he can.

"From day 1 Cheer NY has taken me in as one of their own, and that is why I'm fabulous... because this whole team is awesome!"
Congratulations Terry, keep up the fabulousness! We can't wait to see who steps up to the plate tonight when we join together again for yet another weekly practice.

Congrats to our new Co-Captains!

At the end of every Cheer New York season, the time comes when our current co-captains have to step down, and pass the torch onto a new set of co-captains. This year, we were sad to say goodbye to Nicole Z., Brian W., and Wilson V. as our 2011-2012 leaders, but it gives us great pleasure present to you our new 2012-2013 co-captains, Deanna G., Dennis N., and Latoya L.! (a.k.a. Ladeedee)


"Running for captain was such a fufillling experience, not was I only being given the chance to be apart or this amazing team but was given a chance to be a leader for all members." - Deanna 

Back at the end of June, the team took to the polls and voted on the candidates they felt best suited for the position.
"Trying out for captain was a fun, intense, roller coaster ride. Through it all I hoped that the team would vote me captain based on my qualifications and dedication to representing them in the best way I know how. And guess what? They did!! I look forward to living up to my fellow team mates expectations for 2012-2013, it's gonna be an awesome year!!" - Latoya

Latoya, showing just how excited she was to win co-captin...

These three are full of character and zest! 

"The 2012-2013 season has been awesome for me as a co-captain.  I really enjoyed the try-out clinics and getting a chance to meet the newbies and bring them up to speed.  I think Deanna, Latoya, and I are a great team and created a fun, helpful, energetic atmosphere to make the new recruits feel welcomed and excited to join such an awesome squad." - Dennis

A very belated congratulations you three. It is a role very well deserved. You all are doing such a great job so far, keep up the superb work!
If you are in Manhattan this weekend, please come see us tomorrow at Riverside Park for the NYC Walk 4 Hearing where Cheer NY will be cheering on all of the walkers! 

Lara, You're oh-so Fabulous!

This past week, Cheer New York's coaches noticed one team member in particular really stepping up their game... Lara B., a former team Co-Captain, has been a part of Cheer NY since 2008 but decided to take a little break last year. After hanging up her poms for one cheer season, she realized just how much she missed it and we couldn't be happier that she decided to come back and join the Cheer NY family. 

"I'm so honored to be recognized by the team as this weeks Fabulous Award recipient! Coming out of cheer-retirement was the best decision I've made; I'm always so proud to be a part of this amazing team!"

Congrats again to our brave soldier, Lara B! A fabulous award well deserved!!