Name – Emily
Age – 22
Team – Team England Adaptive Abilities Advanced and Phoenix Allstars
Position – Flyer
Career goal – I still have no idea!
Cheerleading goal – Become a world champion!
Instagram name – emily_franksss
How many years have you been cheering?
3 years
Which team are you part of or have you previously been part of?
UoG Dynamites, Predator Athletics Anacondas, and now Phoenix Allstars and Team England AA
What’s your favourite cheer memory so far?
Competing level 5 for the first time
Favourite skills e.g., cheer stunt, tumble, or dance move.
Stunt – back tuck basket or anything spinny
Tumble – Front tuck through to full
What does adaptive abilities cheerleading mean for you?
It means I never have to worry when I am not well or need a break, I am never made to feel guilty which I have been previously.
Having such understanding coaches and teammates has really helped me find my love for cheerleading again.
How did you get involved in adaptive abilities cheer?
I didn’t honestly know much about AA cheer but was told by a friend about the Team England tryouts, so I looked into it, watched lots of videos and couldn’t wait to join!
Why did you want to try out for this team?
To be a part of a fully inclusive team and learn about adaptations that can be made in cheerleading
What was it like when you attended try outs for Team England AAA?
Super relaxed! It just felt like a normal training session, and everyone was lovely.
Your favourite memory from being a part of Team England AAA (so far!)
The instant team bond we all made; everyone is amazing.
Describe the funniest thing that’s happened to you while you were at training.
Accidentally kicking someone in the head during a stunt, and my foot coming off much worse than their head.
What will you miss about Team England AAA and why?
My teammates and coaches.
What does it mean to you to represent your country?
I can’t wait to show the world what we can do and how much of a hardworking and talented team of athletes we are!
What does Worlds mean to you?
Seeing the world of cheerleading come together all in the same place at the same time, all with the same dream.
What are you most excited to experience at Worlds 2023 other than competing?
The whole atmosphere around ESPN on competition days, everyone is just so happy and excited to be there, it makes you feel super proud.
Name a team from the UK and internationally that you are most excited to watch and explain why?
UK – Unity Allstars Black just because they’re amazing.
Internationally – Stingray Allstars Orange because I really enjoyed watching them last year.
Are there any other AA teams you’re excited to watch?
Honestly all of them! I’ve never seen AA cheer before other than on videos so it will be exciting to watch and support all the other teams.
Name a quote that keeps you motivated.
‘Feel the fear and do it anyway’ has always been a quote that motivates me, so much so I have it tattooed on me.
Share something that makes you happy.
My dogs, always!!
What advice would you give someone who was scared to try-out for team England this year?
Do it! I was definitely that scared person before tryouts but it was THE BEST decision. You’ll love it.
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