Congratulations to our new 2009-2010 Captains!

Nicholas P., Lara B. and Katie M. submitted their heartfelt essays on why they would serve as exemplary leaders on Cheer New York and were chosen by their teammates to serve as Co-Captains and Assistant Captain, respectively, for the 2009-2010 cheer season.

The trio will join the current CNY Administration and lead the team to Gay Games in Cologne, Germany next July 2010, our first international trip that will serve as a proud milestone in CNY’s eight-year history.

Starting his second season on Cheer New York, Nicholas P. has proved to be one of the most optimistic and cheerful members on the team. As Co-Captain, he’ll use his positive attitude and organizational skills to help the team achieve their athletic and fiscal goals.

Lara B., also in her second year on the team, showed her leadership skills when she organized and executed a TiVo event for the team in May. Having evolved into the role of one of the main fliers on the team, Co-Captain Lara B. will use her team-building skills to help the team grow athletically.

Katie M., a fifth-year veteran of Cheer New York, will serve as Assistant Captain, a title she originated in 2006-2007. A self-proclaimed (and we agree!) cheerleading addict, Katie M. has outstanding attendance at practices and events. She also contributes to the CNY blog and newsletter.

We look forward to an outstanding 2009-2010 season, led by Captains NichoLaraKat!

Why I love Cheer New York...

Nicholas P. & Lamont C. at MS Walk

And the Spirit Stick Goes to...

It is a new year and time to announce our first Spirit Stick winner for 2009!! January's winner just joined Cheer NY this past summer but has already made himself a special place in everyone's hearts.

He is kind, thoughtful, helpful, spirited, talented and has a killer smile. If you looked the words "Spirit Stick" up in the dictionary, you might just find a picture of his beaming face. So who is this wonderful person? The Spirit Stick winner for January 2009 is.........Nicholas P!!!

Read below for more (quite interesting) information about Nicholas P.

Name/Nicknames: Nicholas P, Nickie

Hometown: New Orleans, LA

Occupation: Senior Production Accountant for Wicked, the Musical
When did you join CNY: July '08
Previous cheer experience: 3 years in High School
Favorite stunt: Liberty
Favorite CNY moment: Receiving the spirit stick!!! It makes me feel like I have accomplished part of what I wanted to bring to CNY - my positive attitude and spirit. I love CNY!!!

Interesting fact about you: In 1998, I won the NGA (National Grocers Association) Best Bagger competition in Las Vegas. For the entire year, I was honored as the nation's Best Grocery Bagger. It was amazing!!!!

Congratulations Nicholas!!! You deserve it!

(Above: Nicholas at the CNY Bingo Fundraiser, On Right: Ali and Nicholas at the CNY Anniversary Dinner)

Happy Birthday Junior!!

Today is our very own Junior's birthday!!

Junior has brought so much to Cheer New York since he joined in 2007. Though he didn't have any prior cheer experience he has caught on VERY quickly and has become an important part of the team.

Once again, step away from the champagne and those cheesy 2009 glasses and send Junior a big Happy Birthday!!


(From the right: Junior, Gray, Jennie & Nicholas P gift wrapping at Court Street)