Unt Cheerleaders

Travis · January 9, 2011

Earlier today I had a pretty cool experience.

I went to my niece's 5 year old birthday party today. My sister once asked one of the UNT cheerleaders if she would be willing to bring a few of the other cheerleaders to come "cheer" on a 5 year old girl's birthday since it was a cheerleading themed party. It was so great to see about 6 of the cheer squad come out to a little girl that they didn't even know and do UNT cheers and teach some stunts to all the children during her birthday party. They brought some UNT stuff to pass out and really were great representatives of the program. All the kids loved it, though they were a bit shy and intimidated at first. They really made it special for that little girl.

I know we can often be critical of everything UNT, and sometimes forget to be appreciative... but seeing some of these guys volunteer their early saturday morning to come out and represent UNT athletics and the UNT community was extremely impressive.

My wife and I later talked to some of them, since my wife was a cheerleader at UNT ten years ago. They seemed to really care about the cheer squad and the university. Though, it surprised me to know that they have been going with out a coach since last summer and it has been completely run and organized by the squad(captain) itself. In fact, they showed some concern about not only the direction of the cheer program, but whether or not they will even have/sustain a cheer program (my words, not theirs).

I think what they do can often go unappreciated... all the work they put into cheerleading, being an ambassador for the program, and going to many non-athletic events to promote the university because they love the program and the school.

Anywho, I hope the athletic department gets some things together for their squad like maybe perhaps a coach for starters. Even my wife recalls the athletic department wanting to set some stuff (scholarships or something of the sort) for the cheerleaders... this was promised nearly ten years ago... and it doesn't sound like that was ever delivered. Hopefully some things will get going for these guys.

I just wanted to let you all know what a great thing they did for a little girl's birthday and how appreciative we are of them.

Edited January 10, 2011 by Travis

UNT90 · January 9, 2011

Earlier today I had a pretty cool experience.

My wife and I later talked to some of them, since my wife was a cheerleader at UNT ten years ago.

Braggart

Travis · January 9, 2011

Braggart

ha, definitely married up.

But, she did tell me a lot of the things they do/did that I didn't realize how much effort and commitment goes into it.

Side Show Joe · January 9, 2011

It's always nice to read a story about a North Texas organization doing something great like this. It is sad that they are having to operate under such difficult circumstances. For years I have felt like our cheerleaders do not get enough attention. I hear about the dancers, but not much about the cheerleaders.

Travis,

Maybe you should pass this story on to the Denton Record Chronicle. The Denia person isn't the only one who can write a letter to the editor.

Thanks for sharing.

Edited January 9, 2011 by Side Show Joe

NCMeanGreen · January 9, 2011

That does sound like a shame. Didn't our cheerleaders win a National competition @ 6 years ago or so?

yyz28 · January 9, 2011

First, let me point out how disappointing this thread is without pictures.

Second, I totally agree, and it would be nice to see the AD leadership pick this up and so something to fix it.

ntmeangreen11 · January 9, 2011

First, let me point out how disappointing this thread is without pictures.

QFT. Read the topic and thought, hmm, a nice change of pace only to be disappointed.

greenjoe · January 10, 2011

How could I get in touch with the director of the Cheerleaders or the head Cheerleader ?

e-Mail or telephone number ?

eagle89 · January 10, 2011

I am not a captain but you can reach me at 9402100108 or email mrs0173@unt.edu

Edited January 10, 2011 by eagle89

UNTFan23 · January 10, 2011

One of our captains is Ashley and she is the one that organized this. Her number is 19725715997 her email is meangreencheer@gmail.com

or you can reach me at 9402100108 or email mrs0173@unt.edu

I'm not sure this is a good idea ... post someone else's phone number.

NT03 · January 10, 2011

One of our captains is Ashley and she is the one that organized this. Her number is 19725715997 her email is meangreencheer@gmail.com

or you can reach me at 9402100108 or email mrs0173@unt.edu

Not sure it's a good idea to give out a hot chick's cell number on a message board with a lot of creepy , older males on it :ph34r:

eagle89 · January 10, 2011

I asked her before I posted anything but thanks for your concern. She was on the phone with me and told me her email and we both thought a MeanGreen blog would be ok. If you'd like I will ask her to post it up here and I will remove my post. Either way thanks for the support and the birthday was a blast. I'd do it again anytime

Edited January 10, 2011 by eagle89

ForneyGreen · January 10, 2011

This is a terrific service that the UNT Cheerleaders performed - really great to see this level of dedication toward future generations.

"My wife and I later talked to some of them, since my wife was a cheerleader at UNT ten years ago."

Congratulations Sir :bow:

Edited January 10, 2011 by ForneyGreen

NoMercy224 · January 10, 2011

I gave permission for my phone number to be used on this forum... only because I did not have a login created to reply... but I went ahead and created one so there was no confusion.

I have no problem blocking numbers or unwanted contact but if there is any need to contact me about information or questions regarding North Texas cheerleading, appearances or other similar topics... feel free to contact me.

I am so glad my team mates and myself could be involved in such a great event for one of my past gymnastics students. Spending time with kids outside of the "North Texas athletic" scene and just being involved with families in the community is a perk of our job.

*Ashley

UNT cheer captain

meangreencheer@gmail.com

(972) 571-5997

NT03 · January 10, 2011

Love the cheerleaders!!

GoMeanGreen!!

eagle89 · January 10, 2011

This seems to be getting away from the main point of this topic really quick. Again thank you for your appreciation

Coffee and TV · January 10, 2011

I'm going to call Ashley and ask if male cheerleaders have a tough time shedding their stereotype that they're all gay.

No...I'm not. I wonder if they get annoyed at people always assuming. Think they're doing any of their female counterparts? I would....

What?

Shit. I'm typing this all out, aren't I?

Dammit. Thought this was all just rhetorically in my own mind, but now its out in the open for everyone to read. All out in the whole interwebz world!

Stars coverage is over, guess I'll flip it over to ESPN and watch that fight hunger bowl. I wonder why we need to fight hunger...can't we just like cure it or something? I mean, is it really putting up much of a fight, or is it more or less fighting the causes of hunger, like distribution and disease and instability in the places where hunger exists...

NoMercy224 · January 10, 2011

I'm going to call Ashley and ask if male cheerleaders have a tough time shedding their stereotype that they're all gay.

You'd have better luck calling Eagle89 about that question actually.

Edited January 10, 2011 by NoMercy224

NoMercy224 · January 10, 2011

Here are pictures from Halli's 5th Birthday party!!

*Future North Texas cheerleaders

There is always a little girl in the stands that wants to be just like you... Now don't disappoint her...

Go Mean Green!

Edited January 10, 2011 by NoMercy224

PlummMeanGreen · January 10, 2011

It was a great run for our National Champion Cheerleader squad and that in the Big Time Division they competed.

What proud moments for all NT alums and fans who watched them on national TV from Tampa, Florida.

And now one of the national cable stations has a series called "Hellcats" which features the life and times of a cheer squad each week (or night for the repeat shows). To say the least, cheerleading has come a long way from the old megaphone days and racoon coats with "too large of letters" on them. :goodjob:

Way To Go UNT Cheerleaders!

GMG!

Edited January 10, 2011 by PlummMeanGreen

Harry · January 10, 2011

Looks like a great birthday party that will be forever rembered by the family and kids!! We appreciate you representing our University in such a classy way!! GMG!!

NMBNTC · January 10, 2011

That does sound like a shame. Didn't our cheerleaders win a National competition @ 6 years ago or so?

Won NCA College National 95' 00' 02' 2nd in 03'

eagle89 · January 10, 2011

Won NCA College National 95' 00' 02' 2nd in 03'

A tradition im very proud of and one that I would love to restore to UNT

Edited January 10, 2011 by eagle89

yyz28 · January 10, 2011

Love it!!!

Keep up the good work, NT Cheer! What a classy way to represent our University.

Regarding your situation, lack of funds/coach - I'd like to hear more. More folks aware of where need is will be the best way to have some of that need possibly addressed!

Thank you all for all that you do for us and our school!

KRAM1 · January 10, 2011

Really great to see this. The Cheer squad does an excellent job at the games and at many other events...not just on the UNT campus. It is something else that the Mean Green nation can be very proud of and something that should be "noticed" by more people and supported in a bigger way by the administration if the postings here are anywhere near correct regarding support. These young men and women work very hard and some very long hours to help support UNT, and they deserve and have earned some solid administrative support form the university.

Question...is scholarship money available for the Cheer Squad members just like it is for other UNT athletes?

GO MEAN GREEN. Well done!