Here 4 Cheer

In this episode of the Here for Cheer Podcast, host Megan Gomarlo sits down with Lee Grobstein, owner of Star Athletics Cheer (NJ & ATL) and one of the most respected leaders in the cheer industry. With over 500 athletes, two thriving locations, and multiple Summit and D1 titles, Lee has built a true cheer dynasty.

We dive into:

• The culture and brand behind Star Athletics
• Score sheet strategy and coaching tips for success
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Join host Megan Gomarlo on Here for Cheer as she sits down with Patrick Smith, owner of Max Out Cheer Consultations and one of the most sought-after minds in All-Star cheer. With over 20 years of experience as an athlete, coach, and consultant, Patrick has helped hundreds of teams elevate their stunts, pyramids, and overall creativity to championship levels.

In this episode, Patrick shares: ✨ How he helps teams unlock higher scores...

From the football field to the cheer mat — Kyle Williams shares how he went against the odds to follow his passion for cheerleading. Starting at 13, Kyle broke stereotypes, pushed through obstacles, and rose to become an All-Star cheer coach and choreographer, leading teams at NCA, The Summit, and ICU Worlds. 

In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, Kyle talks about: 👉 Choosing cheer over football despite family pressure 👉 Building a ca...

Learn the secrets to mastering cheer tumbling from two of the best in the industry! In this episode of the Here 4 Cheer Podcast, host Megan Gomarlo sits down with tumble masters Jonathan Gort and Lance Sawyer (G&S All Access) to talk about:

💥 Their favorite tumbling drills & equipment

💥 How to structure the perfect tumbling class

💥 Building confidence after falls & mistakes

💥 The #1 shape every tumbler must master

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Episode 4 – Dan Weaver | Building a National Championship Culture

In this episode of the Here 4 Cheer Podcast, host [Your Name] welcomes Dan Weaver, Head Coach of the University of Minnesota Cheer Team and 5x National Champion. From starting as a walk-on athlete at the University of Delaware to leading one of the top Division 1A programs in the nation, Dan’s journey is full of lessons for athletes, parents, and coaches.

We talk abo...

Mental blocks can stop an athlete in their tracks — but they don’t have to be permanent. In this Here 4 Cheer episode, we talk with Jeff Benson from Mind Body Cheer about why mental blocks happen, how cheerleading’s perfection-focused culture can make them worse, and what athletes, coaches, and parents can do to move past them.

Jeff explains the difference between a fixed and growth mindset, shares practical strategies for breaking...

Welcome to Episode 2 of Here 4 Cheer! This week we’re joined by flexibility guru Cat Haley, who dives into the critical role flexibility plays in competitive cheerleading. From her unique training program and how she helps athletes level up, to her journey in the cheer world and what it really takes to thrive in the sport—this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes cheer life.

Whether you're a flyer, coa...

What does it take to lead with purpose in the world of All-Star cheer? In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, host Megan Gomarlo sits down with Brent Steele, founder of Steele Athletics, to talk about his journey from passionate athlete to visionary gym owner. Brent shares how he built a positive and driven gym culture, the importance of inspiring both athletes and staff, and why strong leadership is key to moving the sport forward.

In t...