By Blake Chadwick
Alyson Earley has become a familiar face of leadership, energy, and positivity for the Kingman High School cheer program, and as a senior, her impact reaches far beyond the sidelines.
Earley has been involved in cheer for five years, beginning in eighth grade, and over that time she has grown into both a confident performer and a trusted leader.
“My team strength is one I’m glad to share with my team,” Earley said. “We are all extremely determined and optimistic athletes who are capable of making any situation humorous.”
Individually, Earley credits her outgoing personality as one of her biggest strengths.
“I’m an extremely extroverted person,” Earley said. “I cannot count the amount of other athletes I have met and become friends with through cheer.”
Her mindset during practice reflects the culture she helps create.
“I normally have a very mellow and humble mindset during practice,” Earley said. “Although it’s difficult to maintain that mindset when I have such a great team environment around me. I often find myself joking around with my coach and friends on the team.”
This season, Earley has set clear goals for herself and her team.
“My personal goal this year is to be a better flyer,” she said. “Flying is extremely difficult and I have a lot to learn about it despite doing it for many years.”
As a team, her focus is on confidence.
“A team goal I strive to aid in accomplishing this year is boosting the team’s overall confidence,” Earley said. “With encouragement, great leadership, and optimism, we will be able to overcome these thoughts and uplift one another through any challenge.”
