#182: TopCats Eras Series: Annalise Coleman & Kamilah McCray

Join us as we celebrate three decades of TopCats cheerleading with legendary members Kamilah McCray and Annalise Coleman who both cheered during the mid 2010s and early 2020s eras. This episode highlights their journeys, memorable moments, and the impact of being part of the TopCats organization. Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome and introduction to the TopCats 30-year anniversary series00:28 - Meet Annalise and Kamilah, TopCats legends and sisters00:57 - Annalise shares her journey from college cheerleader to team captain02:11 - Kamilah discusses her 5-year tenure and her wedding performance03:16 - The drive behind auditioning and how they prepared for TopCats04:14 - Overcoming challenges and succeeding on the first try05:49 - Bonding with teammates and lifelong friendships09:13 - The realness of leadership, growth, and sisterhood13:25 - Reflections on diversity, representation, and cultural identity15:22 - Maintaining physical health and managing injuries over years19:16 - Dealing with criticism and staying true to personal goals25:56 - Lessons from 30 years of TopCats history26:56 - Returning for the 30th anniversary game and celebrating community37:12 - Highlights from Pro Bowl experiences and unforgettable memories40:28 - Preparing for upcoming auditions and tips from veterans43:11 - The importance of consistency, self-care, and embracing imperfection49:29 - Final advice for aspiring cheerleaders and organizers of the future52:11 - What makes us imperfect and the journey toward self-acceptance55:03 - Fun rapid-fire questions about traditions, favorite moments, and iconic memories60:51 - Unique cheers, moments of camaraderie, and evergreen team movesFollow the ladies on social!Annalise Coleman@rihannalise on InstagramKamilah McCray@kamilahmccray across everythingAlumni TopCats follow @cpfcaa on Instagram for alumni news and updates!