Drake Athletics Booster - Meet Our Athletes

"Donations make a big difference—they help us get new supplies and create opportunities to participate in exciting events. Best of all, working together as a team during these activities makes the experience even more fun and meaningful." Ella

I started cheerleading when I was four years old, following in the footsteps of my older sisters and I fell in love with it right away. Although I tried dance for a while after they aged out of cheer, I quickly realized how much I missed it. Cheer has always been my true passion and where I feel I belong. These experiences wouldn’t be possible without the support of generous sponsors and the hard work of our boosters who help make fundraising happen. Thank you for supporting me and my cheer journey! Peyton

I love doing Drake Athletics because it's a space we're I can try new things and get better at things I need to on. I also love that we do fun things to earn money for our program. Lilly

Cheerleading is more than a sport—it’s long hours of practice, trust in teammates, and the drive to be our best. Fundraising helps make this possible. It means new uniforms, safe equipment, travel to competitions, and the chance to show what hard work can achieve. Your support fuels our passion and helps us keep reaching higher—together. -Payton

What I love about Cheer is the part where you meet new people, travel to new states, and get to learn new skills.

“Fundraising helps us do more of what we love—whether it’s getting better gear or traveling to new places for competitions. It also brings our team closer together, which makes everything more fun.” Avery

We’ve been cheering together since we were 7 and 8 years old, and we still love every moment of it! Being part of Drake Athletics feels like being part of one big family. We work hard together in the gym and as a team when it comes to fundraising. Sponsorships and donations help cover important costs and give us more chances to grow, compete, and bond as a team. Your support means the world to us—thank you for helping us do what we love! -The sweet and sassy sisters

“Fundraising gives us chances to grow as athletes and teammates. It means we can do things we’re proud of—and sharing that journey with friends makes it even better.” Gillian

"One of the things I love most is how we cheer on all teams at competitions, even when we’re competing against them. Cheer teaches us life skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Sponsorships make a huge difference for our team. They help cover competition fees, uniforms, and travel expenses." Paige

To me fundraising means not only putting in the work at cheer but also outside of cheer to show our love and dedication to the team and our teammates and show what drake athletes is about. Shava

Cheerleading means more to me than just dance, stunts, and competitions—it’s a way of life that has taught me discipline, teamwork, and confidence. It’s about showing spirit not just with competitions or practice, but in everything I do—lifting others up, staying positive even when things get tough, and always giving my all. Through cheerleading, I’ve learned how powerful it is to support others, to work hard for a common goal, and to shine with pride in every performance. To me, cheerleading is heart, hustle, and a whole lot of love.

"Getting help from the boosters means a lot to me. I know that my cheer is expensive so being able to fundraise and ask for sponsorships means it's a little less I'm taking from my parents and my brothers"-Lydia

I love our Booster moms! Every dollar raised is a step closer to the goals we’ve worked so hard for.