A cheerleading squad is a group of passionate individuals who demonstrate teamwork, agility, physical fitness, enthusiasm, and of course, discipline and positive attitude.
The cheerleading squad members should be committed to their training and should also maintain an uplifting attitude to create a fun and welcoming environment.
When we hear about most cheerleading groups, we’d think about teen and college students, right?
These cheerleaders are far beyond their teens.
But that doesn’t stop them from doing what they enjoy most.
They are a viral cheerleading squad that is capturing millions of hearts worldwide.
Meet Arizona’s Sun City Poms.
This squad exhibits all the traits mentioned above, and maybe more.
There’s something very unique about them.
They only recruit members who are over 55 years old and up. That’s right, no spring chickens here. Just pure, seasoned, well-honed talent tempered by experience.
Sun City Poms is a real group with many dedicated members. They train, march, perform, and even have interviews.
Sure, the members here are over 55 years old, but you’d be surprised how amazing they are.
This amazing group gives its senior members fun activities that are not just entertaining but that also maintain their good health.
Not to mention, it allows them to socialize.
They’ve been around for decades.
The Sun City Poms were established in 1979. You should be a resident of the Sun City retirement community if you want to join the team and happen to be above 55.
This is perfect for all the active seniors who are still passionate about performing and being healthy, and those who love dancing.
For these wonderful ladies, age is not a limit.
The Sun City Poms became increasingly popular.
As more people had the chance to observe their performances, more people fell in love with their talent and their motto.
They’ve been invited to different events and shows, and this has made them more than happy.
They’re a welcoming bunch.
Never cheered before but would like to start? Don’t worry.
Even if you don’t have any cheerleading experience, as long as you meet the requirements, you are welcome to join their group.
Peggy Parsons, the Sun City Poms president, said she joined the team because of her passion for dancing.
One of the members, Mary Zirbel, whose 81, had been a cheerleader since she was in grade school.
She’s been a member for 23 years.
And you know what? She’s still as active as ever.
Zirbel first saw the Sun City Poms at a parade, and when she saw them, she knew she wanted to join them.
After being a nurse in Green Bay for over 40 years, she moved into Sun City and you guessed it, joined the beautiful Sun City Poms.
They have members from 58 to 90.
Age aside, all are equally passionate about their cheerleading activities.
People who watch them always cheer for them. The older the member, the louder the cheer.
“Ginger, our 90-year-old, always gets the loudest,” Parsons explained.
More than a squad, they’re family.
They live their lives to the fullest, laugh, train, and enjoy every performance that they do.
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This cheerleading squad is a blessing for each member, and they value each other so much.
Zirbel even shared her motto:
“We aspire to inspire before we expire.”
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She aims to let people know that life is short, so do what you love, and don’t hold back.
Be happy, enjoy, and love your life.
Watch the beautiful story of these wonderful ladies below.
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