Cupies at ABCD
The Aviator Allstars have known, supported and worked with Mayke Bongers and Rob Tonaer, formally of the Sensation Cheerleaders in the Netherlands, for many years. It has always been a pleasure to see them progressing and catch up with them at European and International competitions throughout the years.
Opening of ABCD – Photo courtesy of Anne-Marie Olçay-Jansen of Cheer News Central
The partner stunt pair, who represented the Netherlands at ICU Worlds earlier this year, organised an event to bring cheerleaders from across Europe together learn from each other and to help raise awareness of cheerleading in the Netherlands. We wanted to show our support for growing the sport in Europe, so some of our Flight Crew staff travelled to Boxmeer to take part in the event.
ABCD Event Flyer 2013
Here is a video made by Andy Nickel from Austria: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=657434394280316 He is stunting on the right of the photo below.
Stunting with Friends
The first Annual Boxmeer Cheerleading Day (ABCD) event took place on the 15th September 2013 at the Sportcentre ‘t Hoogkoor in Boxmeer with 150 participants and 50 spectators, representing 6 countries. The event had two full size tiffin floors and an air track for tumbling.
Highest Basket Competition – Photo courtesy of Michael Rosa and AMC Photography
They also organised some mini competitions such as the “highest basket toss” for both seniors and juniors and the longest cupie – which our Flight Crew members Emily Clayton and Matt Gilbertson won!
Matt & Emily – With their prizes for the Longest Cupie!
“It was a great opportunity to attend due to the levels of ability there, to gain experience from others and also make lots of new friends.” Emily Clayton, Aviator Flight Crew
Aviators Stunting at ABCD
“The participation of AV means a huge deal to me and Mayke. It shows how much support and enthusiasm is shared with the Netherlands to make the sport evolve and progress. Not only that but the friendships shared across Europe is felt and appreciated dearly. Being able to function as a middle man between gym’s abroad and the Dutch athletes to let them experience what me and Mayke experienced in our trips abroad makes us proud and honoured.” Rob Tonaer.
Tumbling at the AV Camp
We had a camp the evening before ABCD where we worked with the Sensations Cheerleaders Mini, Youth and Junior teams. We helped them to prepare their stunting and tumbling skills for their upcoming competition in October.
“My little cheerleaders have learned a lot during the training evening with AV. I’m very proud ladies” Kiki Vervoort, Sensation Cheerleaders Coach.
AV Camp with Sensations Cheerleaders
“Every single athlete was so enthusiastic and willing to learn – It was fantastic for us to help these young cheerleaders progress and gain confidence in their skills. I can’t wait to see what they can achieve this season. Good Luck!” Rachel Pearson
Alberto Hand in Hand
Alberto Pisani from the Federation of Italian Cheer and Cheerdance attended the event too and has written this article (translated to English).
Thanks everyone for an awesome weekend, we can’t wait for next year!
If you are interested in attending next year please contact ABCDboxmeer@gmail.com
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