“They have to be brave to lead the crowd” says Alexis Hughes, who alongside Krystal Martin, has coached Wylie’s high school cheer program for the last three years, and while Martin describes Wylie as having one of the “biggest, but more conservative” crowds, it doesn’t change what they are expected to do. “Our goal is […]
Wylie’s Favorite Bulldogs
Spike came to life in 1988 when a larger than-life version of the beloved Wylie mascot, played by student Molly Anders, was added as a member of the cheer team. Today, 35 years later, Spike is still making little fans smile as he entertains the fans and athletes at pep rallies and sporting events. Of […]
Bring It On – Wylie Cheer in the Thick of State Championship
Wylie Cheer takes on 68 cheer squads from around Texas today for the UIL 5A, Division 2 State Title at the 2023 UIL Spirit State Championships. The squad performed at 1:54 p.m. today and currently awaits the news of if they advance into the finals on Saturday morning. The UIL Cheer Spirit Competition is different […]
Behind the Friday Night Lights
You grab your ticket and round the corner, immediately greeted by the delightful smell of your concession stand favorites and a buzz of familiar voices. As you look around, purple and gold in every direction. On the field, the athletic trainers make sure their team is at its best while the dads quickly set-up the […]
Pup Squad – A Fun Tradition, An Investment in Others
One of the favorite traditions at Wylie’s Meet the Bulldogs is seeing the Pup Squad cheerleaders. More than 200 girls, ages 5-10, performed at this year’s event after having learned the material only two days earlier during Pup Squad camp. For the girls, Pup Squad is fun. It’s about learning to be a cheerleader. High […]