What Danielle likes best about collegiate rivalry

The unity and belonging it fosters with each school and the way it brings rival students together for not only healthy competition, but also shared experiences and spirit!

Danielle's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Celebrating with my teammates Cal-style after our unexpected 2009 Big Game victory on Stanford University's field!

Danielle's campus involvement

Regents and Chancellor's Scholarship Association, Cal Marketing.

Danielle's one word to describe herself

Vivacious

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What Victoria likes best about collegiate rivalry

It always keeps me on my toes! You always have to be one step ahead of your competition!

Victoria's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

My first appearance as a Ragin' Jazz Dance Team member! I felt so connected with not only my dance sisters but an overwhelming sense of pride for my University!

Victoria's campus involvement

Member of the Louisiana Ragin' Jazz Dance Team, Games of Acadiana - an organization that raises money for cancer victims in our community.

Victoria's one word to describe herself

Passionate

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What Leah likes best about collegiate rivalry

I like that collegiate rivalry spurs interest and involvement in campus activities. I know that my family is a house divided, so game day rivalries can get intense, but the friendly competition keeps things exciting and fun!

Leah's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Getting to dance in the halftime performance of the Atlanta Falcons Football game in the Georgia Dome!

Leah's campus involvement

Future Educators of America, Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, College Republicans.

Leah's one word to describe herself

Passionate

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What Meagan likes best about collegiate rivalry

I love having a game or two to look forward to every year. Being aware of the outcome of the past couple of years always adds to the excitement and apprehension leading up to the game. There is always a team looking for revenge and a team looking for the continuance of victory!

Meagan's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Definitely our unexpected win against Florida in 2008 in the “Swamp! It was absolute joy experienced for that moment in time and I can’t even describe how it felt!

Meagan's campus involvement

National Society of Collegiate Scholars, former member of Delta Gamma and, of course, cheerleading practices and appearances.

Meagan's one word to describe herself

Exuberant

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What Abby likes best about collegiate rivalry

Seeing how much love and pride generations of people have for their own universities. I believe it brings a level of energy to an event, making it an incredible and exciting atmosphere to be a part of!

Abby's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Walking onto the football field at the TCF Bank Stadium for the first time. At that moment I realized what an amazing opportunity it is to be a part of this spirit squad and what it truly means to have Minnesota pride!

Abby's campus involvement

Alumni events, Homecoming events, volunteering at Twins and Vikings games, and helping my high school's cheer team.

Abby's one word to describe herself

Genuine

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What Erica likes best about collegiate rivalry

That the winning team gets to enjoy bragging rights for a whole year until the two meet again.

Erica's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

As a freshman traveling to New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl, where we beat out Hawaii to finish the season with a 11-2 record.

Erica's campus involvement

Cheerleading, Project Safe, Sigma Alpha Pi.

Erica's one word to describe herself

Unforgettable

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What Sarah likes best about collegiate rivalry

The excitement of the atmosphere, the passion of the fans, the intensity of the game and the sweetness of winning.

Sarah's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Standing at the end zone waiting to run out the team into the Rose Bowl for the National Championship game.

Sarah's campus involvement

Alumni appearances.

Sarah's one word to describe herself

Easy-going

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What Leah likes best about collegiate rivalry

I like the atmosphere that surrounds rivalry games. It is something that always sticks with you even after you've graduated. It is amazing to see and feel the energy that surrounds a collegiate rivalry!

Leah's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Dancing at Mountaineer Madness 2010, and watching the Big East Championship and Final Four Banners being raised for our Men's Basketball Team!

Leah's campus involvement

WVU Dance Team, Phi Upsilon Omicron (Honors Society), Relay For Life.

Leah's one word to describe herself

Dependable

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What Jennifer likes best about collegiate rivalry

I love the way the fans and students support our team and I love the rivalry as much as the athletes do!

Jennifer's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

I loved cheering at the Troy vs. LSU game my Freshman year.

Jennifer's campus involvement

Campus Outreach.

Jennifer's one word to describe herself

Tender-hearted

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What Jessica likes best about collegiate rivalry

The passion and excitement is electric through all athletic teams, fans and alumni! Go, Fire Up, Chips!

Jessica's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Beating Michigan State at their stadium being the underdog. We were all screaming like crazy!

Jessica's campus involvement

Member of CMU's Student Dietetic Association, captain of CMU's All Girl Cheer Team, Food Drives.

Jessica's one word to describe herself

Caring

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What Lauren likes best about collegiate rivalry

The best aspect of collegiate rivalry is the undoubted, passionate nature of collegiate athletes who strive to reach excellence in their sport without monetary motivation. Entire schools are unified through these athletic teams and students are allowed to experience the triumphs and sorrows along with their fellow student athletes. This is what makes collegiate rivalry an outstanding, unparalleled aspect of college life.

Lauren's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

Being featured on ESPN Gameday during the 2008-2009 Vanderbilt football game vs. Auburn. It was an amazing opportunity that I will remember for the rest of my life.

Lauren's campus involvement

Delta Delta Delta Sorority, Vanderbilt Dance Team, Spirit of Gold Marching Band, AED Society.

Lauren's one word to describe herself

Dynamic

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What Sydney likes best about collegiate rivalry

The excitement and energy that the fans bring take the game to a whole new level!

Sydney's most memorable moment as a spirit squad member

The first football game of last season, it was the first game I ever cheered. Standing on the field waiting for the players to come out while fans everywhere were going wild! There is nothing that can compare to the excitement and sense of pride that you feel while representing your school!

Sydney's campus involvement

Participation in numerous events that extend throughout the Miami community.

Sydney's one word to describe herself

Adventurous

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