Tryout season is HERE—and if you're a cheer parent, you already feel the stress.

In this solo episode of Here 4 Cheer, Megan breaks down the reality behind placements, levels, and the pressure that takes over this time of year. From Nashville competitions to NCA College Nationals, to the chaos of tryouts… this is the honest conversation a lot of parents need—but don’t always hear.

This episode covers:

• Why placements don’t define your athlete
• The biggest mistake parents make during tryout season
• What gym owners are REALLY thinking when building teams
• Why “level chasing” can actually hurt your athlete
• How to support your child (without stealing their joy)
• What actually matters for long-term success in cheer

If your athlete is going through tryouts—or you’re stressing about where they’ll land—this episode will shift your perspective.

💬 Drop a comment: What’s the hardest part of tryout season for you?

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Welcome to another episode of the Here for Cheer podcast with host Megan Gomarlo! Today, we are joined by Meredith Kidd, a retired cheer coach of over 20 years, a varsity judge, and the founder of Kidd Collegiate Consulting.

Whether you're a coach trying to maximize your Game Day score, or a parent navigating the stressful college admissions process, this episode has something for you! Meredith shares her incredible journey from rebuilding the program at South High School to judging massive events like UIL and Daytona. She also dives deep into what it takes to get high school athletes ready for college.

In this episode, we discuss:

College Admissions Secrets: Meredith breaks down why SAT and ACT testing is making a comeback and how students need to strategically plan their high school classes.

Community Service That Counts: We discuss why meaningful volunteering, like working in healthcare or helping at kids' cheer camps, matters much more than just logging random service hours.

Coaching Burnout: Discover the real reason many high school coaches are leaving the sport and learn how parents can be better advocates and supporters.

What Judges Want: Get a judge's perspective on Game Day routines, including the proper way to utilize tools like flags, signs, and rally towels.

Connect with Meredith Kidd:

• Website: Visit kidcollegiateconsulting.org to book a free 30-minute consultation!

• Team Sessions: Meredith offers specific virtual sessions for cheer and dance teams, as well as help for coaches to decipher judges' comments.

• Instagram: Follow along for more tips and to get your brain thinking about the college process.

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What does it actually take to build a national championship program… from the ground up?

In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, University of New Hampshire Head Coach Scott Rigoli shares the full story behind one of college cheer’s most impressive rises — from taking over a program with no expectations to winning a national title in year one.

He walks through the moment they thought they placed 4th… only to be crowned champions — and how that shock win sparked a culture that continues to grow today.

But this episode goes deeper than one moment.

Scott breaks down:

• How he transitioned from youth, high school, and all-star cheer into college coaching
• What it really takes to build (and rebuild) a program
• The evolution of recruiting — from “skills first” to culture-first
• How UNH became a destination for athletes who once felt they had to leave New England
• Why buy-in, work ethic, and love for the sport matter more than talent alone
• The reality of coaching — leadership, adversity, and long-term vision

This is a must-listen for athletes, coaches, and anyone trying to build something meaningful — on or off the mat.

Hosted by Megan Gomarlo

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What does it really take to win at the highest level of college cheerleading?

On this episode of Here 4 Cheer, Megan Gomarlo sits down with legendary Morehead State head coach Mark Coleman — 21-time national champion — to break down the mindset, culture, and pressure behind one of the most dominant programs in the sport. This is an unfiltered look at what separates good from elite.

💥 Why Morehead athletes are “built different” 💥 The truth about pressure, expectations, and nationals 💥 Why winning is hard… but repeating is even harder 💥 How championship culture is actually created (and protected) 💥 What coaches and athletes NEED to hear

If you’re an athlete, coach, or cheer parent — this episode will change how you think about success.

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What happens when three sports dads enter the world of competitive cheer… for the first time?

In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, host Megan Gomarlo sits down with the Cheer Dads Unfiltered crew - Tom Slocum, Geoffrey Mazariegos, and David Woods - to talk misconceptions, intensity, scoring confusion, and what REALLY surprised them about all-star cheer.

From thinking it was just pom-poms and sidelines… to realizing it’s one of the most demanding sports out there — this conversation is honest, funny, and eye-opening.

Topics include: - The biggest misconceptions about cheer - Why competitive cheer is harder than it looks - The pressure of a 2-minute routine - What dads didn’t understand (and now do) - Parent culture, coaching, and team dynamics

Whether you’re a cheer parent, athlete, or just curious about the sport — this episode will change how you see cheer

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In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, Megan Gomarlo sits down with cheer industry leader Randy Dickey — gym owner, music producer, entrepreneur, and founder of ACX.

Randy shares the real story behind how he went from a college wrestler to building one of the most respected cheer programs in the sport. Along the way, he talks about the pressure of running a cheer gym, the mindset behind championship teams, and the lessons he’s learned from coaching thousands of athletes — including his own daughter.

They also dive into topics every athlete, coach, and cheer parent should hear:

• Why mental blocks happen and how to fix them

• The truth about cheer gym ownership

• The pressure coaches face that parents rarely see

• How to build discipline, confidence, and championship culture

• What parents should (and shouldn’t) do to support their athletes

If you’re a cheerleader, coach, gym owner, or cheer parent, this conversation gives an honest look at what it really takes to succeed in the sport.

In this solo episode of the Here for Cheer Podcast, Megan breaks down the powerful 33% Rule—a mindset that can completely change the culture of a team, gym, or even your everyday life.

In sports and in life, people tend to fall into three groups:

• The bottom third – the complainers and energy drainers • The middle third – people who are positive when things go well, but struggle when adversity hits • The top third – the rare leaders who lift everyone around them

Which one are you?

Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or cheer parent, this episode will help you recognize the difference between positive energy and poison—and how choosing the right mindset can transform your team and your results.

You’ll learn:

• What the 33% rule is and why it matters

• How team culture is shaped by just a few people

• The habits of athletes who win championships

• How parents and coaches can support a positive environment

If you’re heading into competition season, tryouts, or a new year of training, this is a mindset shift you don’t want to miss.

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Are you posting every day but still not filling your teams? 👀

In this episode of Here 4 Cheer, host Megan Gomarlo sits down with Rachelle Provost, co-owner of TTB Media & Consulting, to break down exactly what what actually works for marketing.

You’ll learn:

• Why most gym marketing isn’t converting

• The #1 mistake gym owners need to STOP doing

• How to use Facebook & Google Ads without wasting money

• Why email marketing is your secret weapon

• What to post on social media (hint: it’s NOT just skills)

• How to build a brand families actually connect with

• How to grow without comparing yourself to other gyms

If you’re planning your next season, launching tryouts, or trying to boost enrollment, this episode is packed with real, actionable strategy.

Perfect for gym owners, coaches, and directors ready to grow smarter — not louder.

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