"Whether you grew up resenting cheerleaders or wanting to be one,
this fascinating account of the history and significance of
cheerleading will open your eyes to its unique place in American
culture. It is an institution worthy of serious study, and the
authors have done justice to it with a foundation of meticulous
research, using anecdotal as well as academic sources. Cheerleader!
should be required reading for anyone interested in the history of
sports or the development of gender roles in this country."
-- Sue Macy, author of "Winning Ways: A Photohistory of American
Women in Sports "and editor of "Play Like a Girl: A Celebration of
Women in Sports"
"Adams and Bettis create a compelling and eye-opening look into
what has become a multibillion dollar industry and a separate
culture that affects those both involved with cheerleading and
around it..."
--PhiladelphiaCityPaper.net
.,."bring a refreshing perspective to the subject..."
--Publishers Weekly
"A book that finally takes cheerleading seriously! It is clear that
the authors have spent a lot of time talking to cheerleaders --
they've captured the fun of cheerleading. Everyone, and especially
cheerleaders, will want to read this interesting and balanced
account of their favorite pastime. Three cheers for Adams and
Bettis!"
-- Katie Boyd, Cheer LTD 2000 National Cheerleader of the Year,
"American Cheerleader" Magazine's Cheerleader of the Year 2000,
World Cheerleader Association Cheerleader of the Year and Dance
Performer of the Year 1998 and 1999
"This is an impressive and fascinating account of why cheerleaders
are both vilified and glorified: why cheerleading enacts both
wholesome and erotic facetsof American femininity. Adams and Bettis
do a terrific job of chronicling the new culture of cheerleading --
cheering that goes far beyond traditional stereotypes."
-- Don E. Merten, Ball State University
"This lively, energetic book will interest anyone who has wondered
about cheerleading's role in our society. . .a groundbreaking new
book. . ."
-- Sherrie A. Inness, Miami University
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