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USASF

THE CONNECTION

The Connection is the path for involvement for club owners and coaches of the USASF. The Connection provides opportunities to collaborate, contribute, share resources and mentor USASF members, all in an effort to promote the longevity and viability of All Star. Specifically:

  • Participate in the development and implementation of educational classes for the USASF National Conference
  • Contribute to the development of new initiatives
  • Contribute to continuing education for USASF owners, coach, and athlete members
  • Participate in the PEER Mentoring Program
Eligibility and the Application Process
HOW TO APPLY

Applications are closed for the 2024-25 season

Connection Leaders are selected based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, their education, experience, and success as an All Star business. The level of commitment for Connection Leaders varies based on level of contribution. However, most Connection Leaders contribute between 20-40 hours per year. 

The selection of new Connection Leaders will be made by The Connection Advisory Board. Selections will be made based on need, demographic and regional balance, members, education and business success, and level of expertise.


Applicant criteria:

  • USASF eligible owner or coach member in good standing
  • Involvement in All Star Cheer and/or Dance for a minimum of 10 years 
  • The willingness to voluntarily serve as a Connection Leader for a one-year term (August-July)
  • The ability to commit to a seasonally varied schedule (20-40 hours)
  • Contribution of creative content and the ability to attend conference calls (potentially serving as a facilitator for some webinars)
  • Contribute/and or attend the USASF National Conference and/or other meetings as needed by USASF

Committee Members

Becky Herrera

Chairperson

Alexis Trost

Midwest Region

Amanda Golloub

Northeast Region

Ashley Hoffman

Midwest Region

Belinda Harvey

Southwest Region

Carlos Onofre

West Region

Christopher Hendon

Southwest Region

Christopher York

West Region

Daney Soto

Southeast Region

David Tu

Southwest Region

Dwyana Garrett

Southeast Region

Jabar Cancer

Northeast Region

Joseph McGibboney

West Region

Julie Petersen

Midwest Region

Katie Lamb

Southwest Region

Kristin Jones

West Region

Levon Burton

Southeast Region

Mallory Ortiz

Midwest Region

Manny Smothermon

Southwest Region

Melissa Strong

Midwest Region

Owen Cox

Southwest Region

Pamela Puckett

Midwest Region

Scott DeCola

Midwest Region

Vanessa Vail

West Region

Founding NACCC Members

Elaine Pascale
Joelle Antico
Kristen Rosario
Victor Rosario
Jamie Parrish

Former Connection Chairpersons

Morton Bergue

Former USASF Board of Directors

Kathy Penree

Former USASF Board of Directors