LISA NISKAR ON ROCHESTER’S SUCCESS, POM ON NATIONAL TV, STAGE 8 RESPONSE | NCG #55

Rochester isn’t just winning titles… They're building a legacy. In this episode, we sit down with Coach Lisa Niskar to unpack the evolution of one of the most dominant programs in the game. From a COVID-era rebuild to becoming a national powerhouse, this conversation dives into the culture, discipline, and intentionality that fuel Rochester’s success. We talk about injuries, pressure, leadership, and what it really takes to be an elite athlete. Plus, a candid look at coaching dynamics, team identity, and what’s next as the program continues to reload and redefine the standard.We also break down some of the biggest conversations in the industry right now, including Cheer Athletics hitting the global stage on Britain’s Got Talent, Kyle’s response to Stage 8 addressing claims that his reporting was “misleading and false,” and a dive into the latest Rebel Athletic look book.We couldn’t do this without our sponsors, thank you. Dance Team Union | www.danceteamunion.comRebel Athletic | www.rebelathleticdance.comSharpen Up! Dance Team Training | www.sharpenupdtt.comDance Team Supply | www.danceteamsupply.com Follow No Counts Given on all social media platforms @nocountsgiven and follow our host, Kyle Rush, on all platforms @itskylerush 00:00 – Pom on National TV?! Dance Teams Hit the Mainstream2:23 – Ad: Dance Team Union Summer Camps4:01 – I Went to Canada & Met the LSU Tiger Girls8:07 – Pom on Britain’s Got Talent?! Dance Teams Go Global9:19 – My Response to Stage 8 Calling My Reporting “Misleading & False”18:11 – Meet Lisa Niskar: Rochester Varsity Dance Coach18:44 – Ad: Rebel Athletic Dance19:57 – Inside Rochester’s Championship Program with Lisa Niskar36:51 – Ad: Rebel Athletic Look Book Drop41:10 – Building a Dynasty: Rochester’s Culture, Training & Success1:06:52 – Like, Comment & Subscribe for More Dance Team Content