Cheerleading isn’t just smiles and sparkle. It’s stamina. It’s strength. It’s precision under pressure. At Palmridge Bay Panthers, our squad are athletes first — lifting, sprinting, tumbling, and driving every routine with the same discipline you’d expect from any elite sports team.
Every role matters. Every rep counts. Every voice in the huddle fuels the next routine. These women are the foundation, the fire, and the flight behind Panther Paws — a squad built on grit, power, and trust.
Step inside the locker room and meet the athletes who make the Panthers roar.
Role: Spirit Captain & Body Positivity Advocate
Simone brings the heart. Known across the squad as the voice of encouragement, she reminds every teammate — and every fan — that strength comes in many shapes. On the floor, she’s sharp and agile, twisting through routines with the precision that earned her the nickname Sidewinder. Off the floor, she’s the steady reminder that belonging has nothing to do with body type, and everything to do with attitude.
Signature Strength: Core endurance — she can hold a plank long after the rest of the squad has tapped out.
Athlete’s Quote: “There’s no such thing as a cheer body — just your body, showing up and giving it everything.”
Why Sidewinder? Because her movements cut sharp and true, weaving strength and agility into every routine.
Role: Flyer – The High Flyer of the Squad
Maya is the one who takes the biggest leap — literally. As a flyer, she soars above the squad, twisting, flipping, and landing with a smile that makes it all look effortless. But behind the sparkle is an athlete with nerves of steel, balance like a gymnast, and the trust to put her body in the air knowing her teammates will always catch her.
Signature Strength: Fearless aerial control — she can hit perfect lines mid-air and stick landings under pressure.
Athlete’s Quote: “Every time I’m in the air, I trust my team to catch me. That’s where the real magic is.”
Why Magic? Because when Maya’s in flight, she makes the impossible look easy.
Role: Base – The Power Beneath the Paws
Tasha isn’t just strong — she’s the rock the squad is built on. As a base, she’s the one lifting, holding, and stabilising the flyers when they soar. Her power doesn’t come from size alone, but from control, balance, and the grit to lock every stunt in place.
Signature Strength: Lower-body power — she can squat double her bodyweight and still have the energy to run a full routine.
Athlete’s Quote: “Strength isn’t size — it’s stability. When my team’s in the air, I’m their ground.”
Why Titan? Because when the Panthers need a foundation, Tasha never waver
Role: Spirit Captain – The Voice of the Panthers
Erin is pure energy in motion. As Spirit Captain, she’s the spark that ignites the squad and the crowd alike. Whether it’s leading a chant, rallying her teammates mid-routine, or charging up the sidelines, Erin’s presence is impossible to ignore. She doesn’t just cheer — she electrifies.
Signature Strength: Unlimited stamina — she can keep the volume high and the energy higher, no matter how tough the routine.
Athlete’s Quote: “If I’ve got a voice, you’ve got a reason to cheer.”
Why Electric? Because when Erin steps out, the atmosphere changes — and the whole stadium lights up.