By Quinn Willett and Haley Stroffolino – Social Media Editors

The Jonathan Law varsity cheerleading team has been on the sidelines for the past two Jonathan Law football games rooting the team on.

These games are part of the start of cheerleading season which begins in the fall and continues through the winter.

“A goal I have for this season is for everyone to push themselves,” junior captain Alexa Rosati said. “I want people to feel like they have people to talk to about anything even outside of cheer and build long lasting friendships.”

The cheer team is excited to participate in competitions in the winter and to win some titles.

Head coach Morgan Colombo has shared some goals that she has herself as well.

“It’s been a while since this team has competed and I can’t wait for them to shine on the competition mat,” Colombo said. “I’m not pushing for a first place trophy, but my goal is to hit zero.”

As the season begins, new members of the team are starting off strong and already improving. 

“I think this season will go pretty well for us,” freshman Avery Dubielewicz said. “We have to keep improving but I think the season will go very well for us.”

The team as a whole is excited for the annual Thanksgiving football game and for their new halftime show. 

“I am really looking forward to the Thanksgiving game,” Colombo said. “I graduated from Law in 2015 and am a Law cheer alum. Being back in general is giving me déjà vu, but the Thanksgiving game has always been one of my favorite law events and I can’t wait to be back, but, on the other side.”

The team has made great progress since last season and team members are working on new skills, stunts and routines. 

“Since last season, we’ve made great progress in synchronization and tumbling,” senior captain Mikayla Capobianco said. “It’s amazing to see our progress and how our hard work has been paying off.”

Along with goals and improvements, the team has also had some struggles they have overcome. 

“Our struggle is boosting self-confidence, but we’re committed to overcoming this,” Capobianco said. “Confidence is key.” 

The Jonathan Law cheer team has new exciting things to share this season and cannot wait to show the fans.