Mccall Connors
Owner/Head Coach
I have always dreamt I'd have my own gym. I grew up as a figure skater then moved onto dance, cheer and gymnastics. I started coaching at age 15 and have experience with rec gymnastics, pre team, level 4, youth cheer, all star cheer, tumbling and ballet. I worked at multiple gyms coaching before marrying my husband Jaron in 2014. We have 3 wonderful boys 7, 5 and 3yrs old. I started doing private lessons in my living room, backyards and visiting dance studios with 3 mats that were gifted to me in 2018. I then converted my fathers garage into a small gym with the help of more generous people. After taking a break and having my 3rd son in 2020, God opened more doors and I started up again in 2022 thinking I'd just do a cheer camp and maybe a class or two. Now, just 7 months later I have 12 classes, 90 students and a huge waitlist. God has been, and continues to be, so gracious and wonderful. He has provided every person, child and need for this program. To Him I give all the glory.
Rachael Fuller
Co-Owner SCA/Head Coach
My name is Rachael, and I live in Dallas with my husband, and our two sons. I cheered in high school, and ever since then, IÂ Â have loved the sport! I also coach at our local CrossFit gym and I have a passion for fitness and sports. I have always wanted to coach cheer, and I am so excited to be involved with this program!
Megan Tricarico
Tot & Roll Coach
I am Megan! I have lived in Dallas for 10 years with my husband and our two kids. I work with Kindergarteners at Oakdale Heights Elementary school. My daughter and I have been involved with the dance and tumbling community for 10 years! Â
I am excited to coach Tot & Roll this spring. It is a fun age group to teach!
Taylor Teichrow
Cheer Coach
I'm Taylor Teichrow. I have been married to my husband Bryce for 4 years and we have 2 daughters 5 & 2yrs old. I coached cheer throughout high school and now that I have a daughter old enough to participate, I fell in love with coaching all over again! I love coaching because I love being able to teach the fundamentals, seeing the excitement, watching the kids grow and continue to learn! Cheer has and always will have a special place in my heart!
Shanel Hammersla
Cheer Coach/ Stunt Specialist
15+ years of experience. From cheering on a high school sideline and competitive team, to Coaching on and off since 2009-currently. Starting as a high school assistant coach, to Head coach, to Cheer program director. Coaching is a passion of mine. Not only for the love of the sport, I also value positive mentorship and being a role model for our younger generations. I could not be more excited to continue my coaching journey with Strive Cheer Athletics. I love nothing more than seeing a child excel, on and off the cheer mat
Jennifer Erdman
Cheer Coach
I have loved cheerleading since middle school. It’s a sport that I’ve been passionate about for well over 20 years. Coaching helps me continue my passion, and hopefully be a positive influence on my team. I’m beyond excited to be back into cheer through Strive!