Guys Knight Ep 73 Inside the Pro Cheer League with Lark Wood: Building the Games, Going Pro & Changing Cheer

On this episode of Guys Sports Knight, we sit down with Lark Wood — Head Referee and Game Creator for the Pro Cheer League — to talk about the launch of one of the most talked-about evolutions in cheerleading history.We dive into how the league was built from the ground up, why they designed a game-based competition format, and what it means for athletes who now have the opportunity to continue their careers and get paid to cheer beyond scholastic and All-Star programs. Lark shares insight into assembling teams, the athletic standards required to compete, and how stars like Gabbi Butler are helping bring visibility to this new professional stage.We also discuss the league’s early momentum, massive fan engagement, and how this movement could reshape the future of competitive cheer — especially for the next generation of athletes looking for a pathway after traditional competition ends.Is the Pro Cheer League the next major professional sport? We break it all down.Fuel your grind with Buckeye Brownies — order at:https://buckeyebrownies.comUse code GUYSKNIGHT for 10% off your order.And check out our sponsor Y-Not Solutions for custom creative woodworking and one-of-a-kind builds:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ynotsolutions24/👍 Follow, share, and subscribe to Guys Knight Podcast for more conversations with innovators changing the world of sports and culture.🍫 Support Our Partners