Episode 30 · Pro Cheer
Alex Simonis: From Back Spot to Pro Cheer League | The Roadmap Every Cheer Family Needs
1 hr 12 min2026-07-16with Alex Simonis
Episode summary
What this one is about
What does it really take to go from a young All-Star athlete to competing in the Professional Cheer League? Alex Simonis — back spot, former Arizona State STUNT athlete, high school coach, and current member of the Atlanta Air — breaks down every stage of an athlete's journey, why back spots deserve more recognition, what college coaches are really looking for, and what it takes to reach the pro level.
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- Pro Cheer
- Atlanta Air
- STUNT
- College Recruiting
- Back Spot
- Arizona State
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