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Ashley is a lifelong cheerleading fan and dedicated coach. She grew up immersed in the world of dance and cheer, spending years training, performing, and competing. That passion has stayed with her, leading her to coach high school cheer for four years and last year, the 7th grade Cedar Valley Youth Cheer team. She loves working with kids, helping them build confidence, and teaching them the skills and teamwork that make cheer so special. There’s nothing better than watching young athletes grow, push past their limits, and light up when they hit a new skill or nail a routine.
Outside of coaching, She is a wife, mom of two, and the Chief Revenue Officer at Freshly Picked. Cheerleading is truly a family passion—her daughter competes in all-star cheer as well as CVYC, and she loves watching her thrive in the sport. Balancing her career and her love for cheer has been incredibly rewarding, and she enjoys the leadership, patience, and discipline that both roles require. Whether it’s on the sidelines or in business, she is all about growth, mentorship, and bringing out the best in people.

Whitney is a proud mama of one awesome boy and two amazing girls who keep life fun, loud, and full of love! 💕  She has had a passion for all things cheer, dance, music, and performing for as long as she can remember. She cheered in junior high and all through high school, and was also on the high school drill team — so the sparkle, spirit, and sideline energy are definitely in her DNA! ✨📣  She loves uplifting others, being a little silly, and making sure every girl feels seen, valued, and included. One thing you’ll notice about her pretty quickly - she has a very fun (and slightly contagious!) laugh! 😄 She is so excited to get to know all the girls in this program and have an amazing season with Cedar Valley Youth Cheer. Let’s make it full of confidence, teamwork, and lots of spirit! 💙📣

 Ali has over 10 years of experience in both all-star and little league programs. As a proud mom of four—three girls and one boy—she lives and breathes cheer and football alongside her family. Ali is passionate about developing young athletes, focusing on building confidence, strong fundamentals, and a genuine love for the sport. She finds the greatest reward in watching kids grow and succeed in their passions. Ali has also has the unique opportunity to coach alongside her oldest daughter while creating lasting memories coaching her youngest, making her experience both personal and impactful. 

Amy is a mom to seven amazing girls and proud Mimi to one grandson, Amy has lived and breathed the Cedar Valley Youth program. She brings over two decades of coaching and youth sports experience—10 years in gymnastics and tumbling, 4 in cheer, and 3 in basketball. Amy has also served as a Room Mom for 15 years and supported her children through competitive dance, high school drill (Aviettes), and recreational and competitive cheer and gymnastics.  23 consecutive years of involvement. Her team thrives on positivity, kindness, work ethic, and high expectations, and Amy is passionate about helping young athletes grow both in cheer and in life outside of cheer. 

Jaz is excited to coach the 7th Grade Mavericks this season. She is passionate about helping cheerleaders build confidence, develop strong fundamentals, and learn the value of teamwork. Jazmyn focuses on creating a positive environment where cheerleaders are encouraged to work hard, support one another, and take pride in their progress. Outside of coaching, she runs her own business and enjoys staying active and involved in her community.

Coach Jenn brings years of cheerleading experience and a strong passion for athlete development to the program. She began her cheer journey in all-stars, then high school and continued competing through college. She went on to cheer at both Portland State University (one year) and St. John’s University (one year), gaining valuable collegiate-level experience in performance, teamwork, and leadership. Following her competitive career, Coach Jenn spent four years coaching All-Star teams and teaching tumbling classes, helping athletes build strong technical foundations and confidence in their skills. She also coached high school JV cheer for one season and previously served as a certified cheer judge in Washington. For the past two years, she has volunteered with Cedar Valley Youth Cheer, supporting athletes and contributing to program growth. Her favorite part of coaching is working on stunting and helping athletes discover their strength — both physically and mentally. She is passionate about creating a positive environment where athletes learn to believe in themselves, support their teammates, and grow in confidence on and off the mat. Outside of cheer, Coach Jenn is a mom to three girls (Aria’s mom) and works full-time from home as a software developer for USAA. She enjoys combining her professional background in teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving with her love for coaching and mentoring young athletes. 

Katie brings a lifelong passion for performance, teamwork, and youth development to Cedar Valley Youth Cheer. She began dancing at a young age and continued competitively through junior high, building a strong foundation in technique, discipline, and performance. During that time, she discovered her love for cheerleading—going on to cheer throughout junior high and high school.  Now in her second year as a coach, Katie is dedicated to helping young athletes grow not only in their cheer skills, but also in confidence, teamwork, and self-expression. She finds great fulfillment in watching each athlete progress and achieve their personal best throughout the season. One of the most meaningful parts of her coaching experience is the opportunity to coach her daughter and share in her growth and love for the sport.  Outside of coaching, Katie serves as the Director of Marketing for Granger Medical Clinic. She values the opportunity to balance her professional career with coaching, finding it both energizing and deeply rewarding to invest in the next generation of athletes. 

Amber is a proud mom of five amazing kids, ages 20 to 2, so life is always busy and full of energy! While cheerleading is a newer adventure for her, coaching is not—She has spent years playing and coaching softball, where she developed a strong passion for teamwork, discipline, and helping athletes grow. She loves bringing kids together, building confidence, and creating an environment where they can push themselves and reach their full potential. She is excited to bring her coaching experience, enthusiasm, and love for youth development into the world of cheer and to support each athlete both on and off the mat. 

Natalee is a lifelong cheerleader with a vast background that includes numerous championship titles and appearances at the Cheerleading Worlds. Starting in recreation cheer at age five and moving through the All-Star levels, she eventually transitioned her skills into coaching tumbling and dance. Now she works a full-time job in the healthcare industry and is a wife and mother.  She is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of athletes and is excited to help these kids grow their skills and share her lifelong passion for the sport with the entire program.

JaCee is a stay-at-home mom of two amazing girls. She has had a lifelong passion for dance and cheer. She began dancing at the age of three and continued through college, where she performed on the SUU Ballroom Tour Team. She also cheered throughout junior high and high school, which helped grow her love for the sport and teamwork. She is so excited to work with the prep team and help each athlete build confidence, skills, and a genuine love for cheerleading.