What are cheerleaders always carrying in their bags? They always carry around some kind of bag whether it be to practice, games, camp or competitions but what's in there?
Practice:
Practice Clothes/ Extra Clothes: This includes shorts, sports bras, spandex, t shirts and socks.
- Sometimes practice is right after school so you have to being all of your clothing to school and keep it in your locker so you are prepared for practice later.
Cheer Shoes: You always want to have your cheerleading tennis shoes because there really is nothing else you can practice in, so cheer shoes are a must.
Water: It is important to hydrate at practice so bring a water bottle and keep it in your bag.
Hair Supplies: A hair brush, hair ties and a bow are a must for cheer.
Wraps: You may have a hurt some area on your body and need a wrap so you should always bring this. Tape is also something cheerleaders may use.
- If you are unsure how to tape your wrists or ankles you can always have the school athletic trainer do it.
Games:
Warm Ups: You can always find a warm up outfit in a cheerleaders bag. It is important to bring them because if it ends up getting cold at the game you can put them on.
Pom Poms: Cheerleaders don't always just carry them around so you can keep them in your bag.
Gloves/ Ear Muffs/ Warm Clothing: You never know what the temperature of the game will be so extra warm clothing is a smart idea.
Camp:
Sunscreen: You are outside all day and do not want to get burnt so you can always find sunscreen in a cheerleaders bag.
Camera: Cheer camp is full of memories and you want to capture them when you can!
Water: You always have to stay hydrated.
Clothing: Matching outfits, bows, uniform, pajamas etc.
Competition:
Uniform and gear: Cheerleaders perform in uniforms so this is a must! You will also have shoes, socks, wraps, and warm ups in your bag.
Hair Supplies: Hair spray, hair ties, bows and clips
Money: You may want a t shirt or food after the competition so money is smart to have.
*IT IS A GOOD IDEA TO MAKE A CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU GO ANYWHERE! THIS ALMOST GUARANTEES YOU WILL PACK EVERYTHING YOU MAY NEED!
