Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders facts for kids
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| Formation | 1998 |
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| Affiliations | Baltimore Ravens |
| Website | BaltimoreRavens.com |
The Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders are a cheerleading and dance team for the Baltimore Ravens. The Ravens are a professional football team in the National Football League (NFL). This cheerleading squad is special because it's co-ed, meaning it has both female and male members.
The female cheerleaders focus on dance routines. The male cheerleaders perform exciting stunts, like lifts and tosses. This is similar to traditional cheerleading. The group started in 1998. Today, it has 48 members. This includes 20 stunt team performers and 28 dancers. The squad performs at the Ravens' home stadium, M&T Bank Stadium.
The squad's director is Tina Galdieri. She was a cheerleader at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. She also cheered for the Barcelona Dragons in the World League of American Football. Tina Galdieri also led the University of Maryland's cheerleading team to a national championship in 1999. The Ravens cheerleaders also have a "Lil Ravens" summer program. Boys are welcome to join this program too. The group also makes many appearances at parties and events all year.
The Baltimore Ravens also have another group called The Baltimore Ravens Playmakers. This promotional squad also makes appearances around Baltimore. They give away tickets to a special area at M&T Bank Stadium called The Flite Deck. The Playmakers are at all home games. This squad currently has 18 female members. They train at the Maryland Twisters, an All Star Cheerleading gym, on Tuesday and Thursday nights.
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Meet the Team
The Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders are known for their exciting performances. They combine dance, gymnastics, and stunts. This makes their shows fun to watch.
Female Dancers
The female members of the squad are talented dancers. They learn and perform many different dance styles. Their routines add energy to the games. They also entertain fans during breaks.
Male Stunt Team
The male members are part of the stunt team. They perform impressive athletic moves. These stunts often involve lifting and tossing cheerleaders high into the air. This shows great strength and teamwork.
Director and Training
The squad is led by Tina Galdieri. Her experience helps the team become strong performers. She teaches them important skills. The team trains hard to be ready for game days. They practice their dances and stunts regularly.
Community Involvement
The Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders do more than just perform at games. They are very active in the community. They attend many events and functions. This allows them to meet fans and represent the Ravens team. They also help with community programs.
Notable Former Members
- Stacy Keibler, (1998–2000), a former professional entertainer.
