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You say 'we' as if it is a squad decision, however, it isn't. This has nothing to do with the cheerleaders on either squads.

You are exactly right. It is NOT the girls choice, it is the Sponsors choice.
Can you tell me this also? What does cheering at a basketball game have to do with a 2 1/2 min. routine? NOTHING! So how is that going to prep them for any competions? Also, if both coaches coach the Black and Gold squad, why is it that the Gold Squad coach can find time all week long to have practice for her Gold squad, yet the Black squad only practices once maybe twice a week just before ball games?

CHEERGIRL "since the team is comprised of both squads"

There is only one girl from Gold that is on the Competion Squad if I am not mistaken.:wtf1: