Story by Margarita Delgado and Kelly Mercado

Welcome back SLHS students! Ms. Perez will lead and inspire those returning varsity and our junior varsity cheerleading sqaud members for the 2015-16 school year.

We sat down with former cheerleader, Ms. Perez and asked her a few questions about how she will continue to lead her girls. She is looking forward to a fantastic school year with the spirited teams.

Part 2 of our cheer coverage will feature the talented Junior Varsity team coached by Ms. Young. Be on the look out for that story

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Ms. Perez,  2015-16 Varsity Cheer Coach

What do you like about this year’s team?

“The chemistry and how we all get along.”

How long have you been coaching for?

“10 years coaching all ages, 2 years coaching at SLHS.”

How long does it take to practice a new routine?

“It takes about a week and a half to learn new routines.”

What’s a strong point this year’s team has?

“They’re hard working and determined.”

How many cheerleader’s are on the team this year?

“About 23 varsity and 16 junior varsity.”

What are you doing to bring more unity to the team?

“Lots of time together… we had a lock in over the summer.”

Who are the new cheer captains for varsity?

“Maneka Wilborn and Darian Arias.”

Will there be any future fundraisers?

“Yes, with Kids Clinic and we will be selling cheer shirts.”

When will you be attending competitions?

“Possibly in December of this year, March, January of next year.”

Hitting their stunts, the team works hard after school to get better

Displaying trust in each other, the team works on base control