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Get ready to do a flip and show some spirit because March 4th marks the start of National Cheerleading Week! This whole week is dedicated to appreciate the hard work, strength, and dedication of cheerleaders all over the nation. Originating in the late 1800s as an all-male pep club, cheerleading has since evolved into a dynamic sport that involves both men and women showcasing their acrobatic skills, dance routines, and powerful cheers. This week isn't just for the athletes on the field, it's a chance for everyone to embrace the cheerleader spirit! Let's celebrate this high-energy week and give three cheers to all the cheerleaders!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1890s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cheerleading's Beginnings</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cheerleading originated in the late 1800s as an all-male activity to support university sports teams with chants and cheers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion of Women</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1920s, women began to join cheer teams, adding acrobatics and gymnastics to the routines.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of NCA</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) was founded in 1948 by Lawrence Herkimer, also known as "Herkie", elevating cheerleading to a sport.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Competitive Cheerleading Emergence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cheerleading competitions grew in popularity during the 1980s, featuring precise routines and complex stunts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Cheerleading World Championships</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Cheerleading World Championships were held in Australia in 1999, marking it as a truly global sport.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Cheerleading Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Cheerleading Week was officially recognized in 2005 to honor and celebrate the dedication and athleticism of cheerleaders.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Throw a cheer themed party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a cheerleading party. Decorate the place with pompoms, banners, and balloons. Encourage guests to dress as cheerleaders, choreograph a simple routine that everyone can perform, and cheer up!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a cheerleading workshop</h3><p class='facts-text'>Arrange a workshop at a local community center or school where cheerleaders can impart some basics of their art to interested individuals. It’s not only about learning the cheers but also about team spirit and coordination..</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Watch cheerleading movies and shows</h3><p class='facts-text'>Bring It On, Fired Up!, and Netflix’s documentary series Cheer are just some of the options that show the hard work, competition, and camaraderie in cheerleading. Know more about the sport while being entertained.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a spirit dance</h3><p class='facts-text'>You and your group of friends can create your own spirit dance routine! It doesn’t have to be perfect, the aim is to have lots of fun while attempting those high-energy moves.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Support a local cheerleading team</h3><p class='facts-text'>Attend a game in your city and support the local cheerleading team. Cheering them on is a perfect way to celebrate the National Cheerleading Week.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebration of athleticism and team spirit</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Cheerleading Week shines a spotlight on the athleticism, discipline, and teamwork required in cheerleading. It's a fantastic week to appreciate the hard work and dedication that cheerleaders put into their performances and the way they bring people together in encouraging their teams.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Opportunity to recognize cheerleaders' often underestimated skills</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cheerleading involves a mix of dance, gymnastics, acrobatics, and stunts, making it a highly demanding physical activity. National Cheerleading Week gives us an opportunity to recognize cheerleaders' multifaceted talents and abilities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a week of fun-filled activities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From watching cheerleading movies and shows to throwing a cheer-themed party, this week is full of fun ways to celebrate. You can even attend a cheerleading workshop or create a spirit dance! It's a whole week of activities to get involved with cheerleading and embrace the spirit.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cheerleading is Recognized as a Sport in Many High Schools and Colleges</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite some still considering it a sideline activity, cheerleading is officially recognized as a sport in many educational institutions across the U.S., highlighting the physical agility and coordination it requires.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cheerleading is Predominantly Female, but Men are Increasingly Joining the Ranks</h3><p class='facts-content'>While women make up the majority of cheerleaders, more men are joining the sport due to the physical strength needed for stunts and throws, adding further diversity to the squads.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cheerleading Contributes Positively to Youth Development</h3><p class='facts-content'>Participation in cheerleading can help young people develop important skills like teamwork, leadership, and communication, and can also enhance self-esteem and body image.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cheerleading Has its Own Set of Unique Terminology</h3><p class='facts-content'>Filled with unique lingo like "flyers," "bases," "tucks," and "pyramids", the world of cheerleading has its own language reinforcing the complexity and uniqueness of the sport.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are Different Types of Cheerleading</h3><p class='facts-content'>From sideline cheerleading, which most people are familiar with at sports games, to competitive cheerleading that’s all about winning, the sport is diverse, dynamic and caters to a range of abilities and interests.</p></div></div>
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