11/20/2025
Congratulations to our Racer Cheerleaders representing in New York in Thanksgiving Day!!
Newcastle High School cheerleaders Anistyn Puckett (junior), Molly Stevens (sophomore), Kennedy Herndon (senior) and Middle School Cheerleader, Emmy Stevens (8th Grader) earned the prestigious opportunity to cheer in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The parade is Thursday, November 27th in New York City.
These talented Racer cheerleaders received an invitation to participate in the iconic parade after being named All-Star Cheerleaders at the Jeff and Craig Cheer Camps in June 2025. To earn All-Star status, cheerleaders must be evaluated on motion technique, jumps, tumbling, spirit, and overall enthusiasm.
The honor reflects a blend of athletic ability, sharp ex*****on, and a consistently positive attitude—qualities that stood out to judges across multiple cheerleading elements.
The athletes will travel to New York City for a six-night adventure with Spirit of America Productions, the exclusive provider of cheer and dance performers for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Their experience will include daily rehearsals, sightseeing, and exploring the city — an unforgettable journey sure to create lifelong memories.
The Spirit of America Cheer group features more than 600 high school and all-star cheerleaders, ages 13 to 18, from across the United States. Participants are selected from cheerleading camps and organizations nationwide and perform in the parade, often showcasing their talents aboard a dedicated float.
The high school cheerleaders are coached by Stacy Wright, Kim Banfield and Angela Hopson while Stevens is coached by Kassidy Abel and Jason Barker.
Their coaches said congratulations to these outstanding cheerleaders as they represent their school, town, and state on a national stage.
Article taken from The Newcastle Pacer.
Congratulations Girls! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to watch you shine on the national stage. 💙📣🏁🦃
Be sure to tune into NBC for the parade coverage. That will be the only network that will cover the cheer/pom and dance performances.
