Our Coaches
Brittany King
Brittany’s cheerleading journey began in Pop Warner at a young age, and her passion for the sport has only grown since. A proud alumna of SUNY Oswego, she cheered for four years and competed at the NCA Collegiate Cheer Nationals in Daytona Beach. After college, Brittany transitioned to coaching All-Star cheer for three years before bringing her expertise to New Paltz in 2019. In her first year with the team, Brittany led them to the NCA College Nationals in Daytona for the first time in program history—a milestone that solidified her impact on the team. Brittany has been coaching New Paltz Cheer for 7 years, continuing to inspire and develop athletes.
Brittany brings a fierce passion for cheerleading to every practice, game, and competition. Her coaching philosophy is centered around pushing athletes to become the strongest and best versions of themselves, both on and off the mat.
Jessica Merten
Jessie’s love for cheerleading started at a young age, and she has been dedicated to the sport ever since. A proud alumna of SUNY New Paltz, Jessie is a valuable asset to the team, bringing both cheerleading experience and a deep understanding of New Paltz Cheerleading’s culture. During her time on the team, she served on the Executive Board for three years, which allowed her to shape the program from the inside out.
Jessie’s positive energy is contagious, and she strives to create an environment where athletes feel empowered and confident. Her goal for the team is simple: to help each cheerleader become the most confident version of themselves, both in and out of practice.
Cheyanne Edwards
Cheyanne's journey in cheerleading began during her middle school years, where she discovered her passion for the sport through All-Star cheerleading. Her dedication to cheerleading led her to transition into coaching, where she spent several years guiding and inspiring athletes in the All-Star cheerleading community.
Building on her coaching experience and enthusiasm for the sport, Cheyanne later joined forces with Brittany to bring her expertise to SUNY New Paltz. Cheyanne takes pride in empowering her athletes by helping them build essential skills both on and off the mat, fostering their confidence, and encouraging them to achieve their full potential. Her ultimate goal is to create an environment where each team member feels valued, capable, and inspired to succeed.
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