Elevating Sideline Cheer: A Conversation with Coach Claudia Ralph

Welcome to another exciting episode of the "Cheer Athlete Podcast," the show that brings you the latest insights and stories from the world of cheerleading. I'm your host, Laura Turner, and today, we have a fantastic episode lined up for you. In this episode, we're shifting our focus to sideline cheer, a crucial aspect of cheerleading that often doesn't get the spotlight it deserves. Our guest, Coach Claudia Ralph, is the Head Cheerleading Coach at Princeton University. Prior to arriving at Princeton, Ralph spent two seasons as Head Coach at New Providence High School in New Providence, NJ.
Prior to coaching, Ralph was a cheerleader for 14 years, across all levels of cheerleading. Her collegiate cheerleading career included stops at Division III Catholic University and Division I Seton Hall University during her junior and senior years. She served in leadership roles for both teams during her collegiate career.
After Ralph graduated as an undergraduate in 2020, she pursued an MBA at Seton Hall, which she earned in 2021. Ralph is very active teaching and choreographing all levels of cheerleading around the world with Rah Rah Routines, an independent cheerleading consulting firm. In this episode, we'll dive into:
1. The importance of sideline cheer in the cheerleading community. 2. How Coach Claudia has cultivated a successful sideline cheer program at Princeton. 3. The skills and techniques that sideline cheerleaders need to excel. 4. Tips for coaches and athletes looking to enhance their sideline cheer game. 5. Memorable moments from Coach Claudia's coaching journey.
This conversation promises to be both educational and inspiring, shedding light on the often-overlooked art of sideline cheer and its role in cheerleading. Be sure to subscribe to the "Cheer Athlete Podcast" on your favorite platform so you don't miss this enlightening episode. "Elevating Sideline Cheer: A Conversation with Coach Claudia Ralph" is a must-listen for cheer enthusiasts, athletes, and coaches alike. Thank you for joining us on this journey through the world of cheerleading. Stay tuned, and we'll see you in the next episode! Connect with Coach Claudia on Instagram Here Check out Coach Claudia's Merch store and more Here Book Coach Claudia for Choreography Here
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