Author: Andre

  • US Cheerleading Federation

    The United States is sending teams to compete in the World Cheerleading Championships in November and I may get involved with the organization. The teams are sponsored by the Unites States Cheerleading Federation, chaired by Stephanie French. The Championships will be held in Helsinki, Finland in November. I’ll update my site when I have more…

  • Small Gyms Recommendation

    Here is a little insight on the discussion leading up to the new small gym divisions in the Southwest. Please note that email addresses and one person’s name have been removed. From: John Newby To: Jim Chadwick Date: 8/28/07 Subject: Recommendation – small gyms Jim, Although the intentions of our quick proposal for small gyms…

  • Implicit Association Test

    If you are open minded follow the link below and take one or some of the tests. Don’t do it if you are stubborn, it will just piss you off. Harvard IAT

  • Management Lesson 2

    A priest offered a Nun a lift. She got in and crossed her legs, forcing her gown to reveal a leg. The priest nearly had an accident. After controlling the car, he stealthily slid his hand up her leg. The nun said, “Father, remember Psalm 129?” The priest removed his hand. But, changing gears, he…

  • The Nun at Hooters

    A nun, badly needing to use to the restroom, walked into a local Hooters. The place was hopping with music and loud conversation and every once in a while “the lights would turn off.” Each time the lights would go out, the place would erupt into cheers. However, when the revelers saw the nun, the…

  • Fred Mullins in Videos

    This was supposed to be posted a long time ago, but here are a few videos Fred Mullins is in. They can be found on CMT.com, but they won’t let us link to them. Letters From Home by John Michael Montgomery Missing Years By Little Texas The More I Drink by Blake Shelton

  • Environmental Art

    This is some very interesting art. Enjoy.

  • New Small Gym Divisions in the Southwest Region

    On September 6th the USASF made the following announcement: The USASF announces an immediate and limited addition to its divisional structure for the 2007-2008 season. NEW FOR 2007-2008: USASF member event producers conducting events in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico and Arkansas (Southwest Region) will be permitted to offer the specific “small gym” divisions listed…

  • Management Lesson 1

    A man is getting into the shower just as his wife is finishing up her shower, when the doorbell rings. The wife quickly wraps herself in a towel and runs downstairs. When she opens the door, there stands Bob, the next-door neighbor. Before she says a word, Bob says, “I’ll give you $800 to drop…

  • Varsity Family Plan

    From the UCA All-Star/Varsity Family Plan Director, Scott Cole: All Star Gym Owner/Director, We are excited to announce the new Varsity Family Plan- Roll Over for Small Gyms. This exciting new feature will enable gyms of all sizes to take advantage of the Varsity Family Plan. Attached is an informational document containing complete details of…

  • Congratulations

    A friend, co-worker, and former roommate popped the question recently. Of course she said yes, otherwise I wouldn’t be writing about it. I’ll let him tell the story.

  • The Confession

    Bless me Father, for I have sinned. I have been with a loose woman. The priest ask, “Is that you, little Johnny Parisi?! Yes, Father it is. And who was the woman you were with? I can’t tell you, Father. I don’t want to ruin her reputation. Well, Johnny, I’m sure to find out her…

  • We Are the Champions?

    In the early to mid 90s a now defunct coed All*Star team known as Pro Cheer went to Dallas and won in their first year in existence. Shortly after that the Senior division was split into 2, Senior All Girl and Senior Coed, because the powers that be no longer felt is was fair to…

  • No More Spring Floors

    Beginning with the 2007-2008 season, schools following National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) guidelines, which includes most junior high and high schools, will not be allowed to perform or compete on spring floors. This rule was implemented as a safety measure preventing schools from using height increasing apparatus. Please visit the NFHS website…

  • Does Reality Matter?

    My question is how much does reality matter? I ask on a few levels, but first let me tell a story. A few years ago I took a trip to NY with a few friends, 8 of us in total. One night 4 of us, 2 guys and 2 girls, sat in my room and…

  • Terminology

    SALAD DODGER – An excellent phrase for an overweight person. SWAMP-DONKEY – A deeply unattractive person. TESTICULATING – Waving your arms around and talking bollocks. BLAMESTORMING – Sitting round in a group, discussing why a deadline was missed or a project failed, and who was responsible. SEAGULL MANAGER – A manager who flies in, makes…

  • 9 Words Women Use

    9 Words (or Phrase) women use, especially when talking to men: (1) Fine: This is the word women use to end an argument they are right and you need to shut up. (2) Five Minutes: If she is getting dressed, this means a half an hour. Five minutes is only five Minutes if you have…

  • The New Stamp

    The Post Office just released a new stamp in the shape of a clitoris. Unfortuneately its not selling well because only 3% of men know how to lick it.

  • Something to Offend Everyone

    What do you call two Mexicans playing basketball? Juan on Juan What is a Yankee? The same as a quickie, but a guy can do it alone. What is the difference between a Harley and a Hoover ? The position of the dirt bag Why is divorce so expensive? Because it’s worth it. What do…

  • Apple iPhone

    I’ve been asked about Apple’s iPhone many times over the past few months and have decided to share portions of these conversations with you. The most popular question is people asking me “Are you going to buy the iPhone?”, to which I reply “no”. As much as I like Apple, plan on switching to an…

  • Google Maps

    Last week I became a fan of Google Maps on my mobile and Monday I became a big fan. I started working at a new client’s office in an area of DC I have never been, so last week I punched the address in Google Maps. It pulled up the map, as expected, but more…

  • Mobile Phone 101

    I’m writing this because as I drafted another post I realized not many people are knowledgeable about mobile phone technology and a quick Mobile Phone 101 class may be helpful to many. In the United States there are 4 major mobile phone operators (listed in order of number of subscribers); AT&T, Verizon Wireless, Sprint, and…

  • Corporate Predictions

    People seem to love predictions so I’m going to make a few business predictions I can see happening in the next year or so. First is the one that gave me the idea of writing this post; Google buying Adobe. Imagine 2 of our favorite Silicon Valley brands combining and giving us on- and off-line…

  • USASF Rules Change II

    The USASF sent the following email to event producers on Thursday, July 19, 2007: Dear USASF Member Event Producer: As many of you know, there has been a great deal of discussion regarding the “International Open Cheer” divisions being offered for the 2008 Worlds event and the recent decision in June to restrict team sizes…

  • First Worlds Bid

    The first bids to Worlds for the 2007-2008 season were handed out at the Future Cheer Brighton International Championship. The Ascension Eagles All-Girl team earned a Partial-Paid bid, while the Goldstar Galaxy and Ascension Eagles’ Co-Ed team earned At-Large bids. In Dance, Goldstar Galaxy earned a Partial-Paid and Angels Dance Academy Dark Angels earned an…