Book excerpt: Coaching cheerleading is unlike any other job out there. It comes with it a lot of pressure, responsibility and expectation. It also comes with a lot of fulfillment, reinforcement and intrinsic reward. Whether you are a new to coaching or a seasoned veteran, whether you coach all-star, junior high, high school or collegiate-level cheerleaders, whether you are confident in your job or feel overwhelmed and unsure - this book is for you! This book is meant to guide any and all cheerleading coaches through the various aspects of their job. It covers both the logistical elements of coaching (i.e. writing a contract, organizing an effective tryout, dealing with parents, etc.), as well as, the fundamental elements of coaching (i.e. how to address the mental health issues of your athletes, how to create and maintain a unified group, how to coach the various personalities on your team, etc.). This book covers the many elements of coaching that a new or veteran coach comes across throughout their season. It also discusses ways to help "break the mold" of the many negative stereo-types that surround and infiltrate our sport. Let this book be your guide along your coaching journey. Let it inspire you to coach with more intent. Let it push you to become the best coach you can b