Daniel Timoney reflects on the success of this year’s Warriors’ Cheer Showcase.

By Daniel Timoney (he/him)

Flyers, flips and pyramids; the Strathclyde Warriors’ Cheer Showcase of 2024 was an extravaganza. All whilst raising money for a fantastic cause in Homeless Project Scotland.

Warriors President Sara St. George highlighted the significance of their showcase in the Sports Union calendar.

“This is one of the only times where we get the whole club together under one roof supporting each other’s hard work.”

“Last year’s showcase was rewarded when we won Event of the Year at the STAR awards! So, while the showcase is obviously a really fun event, it’s also so worthwhile.”

Kaylee Brown, Strathclyde Warriors’ treasurer, echoed what the President said, adding; “As one of the biggest sports clubs at Strathclyde our annual showcase allows our club’s seven teams to show off their routines to friends, family, other students and club members.”

As the spotlights unmasked the beauty of the breathtaking Òran Mór venue, we seen performances from a plethora of our award-winning cheer teams – including the current national champions Strathclyde Pom. Dazzling alongside them were Competitive Cheer, Hip Hop, Varsity, Captains and the showstopping Stunt teams, also.

Only a week prior, the teams were in Dundee for ScotCheer where they all scored magnificently.

Girl power was an emphatic focal point in each performance, and the aura in the room as the groups performed made evident the remarkable bond they all have with one and other.

Varsity captain Seana Scott discussed her relationships with her teammates, and the warm surroundings the group hold.

“To any students looking to join Warriors in the future, I can’t recommend it enough! Especially if you are moving away from home for the first time; university can be very lonely.”

The captain continued; “Going to practice each week allows you to establish strong female friendships in a welcoming environment. I met my flatmates through cheer & many others do too!”

As well as celebrating the countless hours of dedication from Strathclyde’s empowering cheer groups, the Showcase also raised funds in aid of charity Homeless Project Scotland. A large portion of money made from tickets and the evening’s hamper raffle sales were donated to this incredible cause.

Founded by Colin McInnes in 2019, HPS has since served hundreds of thousands of meals to vulnerable individuals who are without a roof over their head.

The night, as a whole, was a spectacle – finished off by a performance from our very own Strathosaurus.