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Tumbling Through Life
by Paige Gerber
I am so excited to introduce my next guest—my infamous Puggy, Ava! Now, let me take you back a bit. Ava was one of seven variations of 'Ava' on the team her freshman year, and with that many versions of the same name, we obviously had to get creative with nicknames. And that's where 'Pug' came in. I'm sure she probably slightly hates it (because let's be real, 'Ava' fits her too), but she'll always be Pug to me.Ava has such a unique and inspiring story, and I can't wait to dive into her experience here at Skyridge. She was one of only three freshman flyers in her class, and she really hit the ground running with a strong start to her high school cheer career. Today, we're going to talk about the highs and lows of flying and what it really takes to push through at an elite level.I know this story is going to be so insightful for athletes, especially when it comes to confidence and mindset. If you've ever doubted yourself or faced a challenge that felt too big to overcome, this episode
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Katie Zabriskie/ Senior Spotlight Number 12
Last but not least… Katie Zabriskie. We're ending this series with a full episode of leadership, experience, honesty, and so much knowledge from our captain this year. Katie truly went above and beyond what was ever needed from a captain. She cared deeply about this team, this program, and the...
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Eden Beck/ Senior Spotlight Number 11
Eden is strength, resilience, and heart. This conversation was such a special one to have. We talk about her cheer journey, what this team has meant to her, and the kind of strength it takes to keep showing up through life's hardest moments. Eden has a quiet kind of power about her, and I think...
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Brynnley Ford/ Senior Spotlight Number 10
Senior Spotlight #10 is Brynnley Ford Brynnley is a 3-year senior on our Skyridge team and this episode is SUCH a good one. We get into our SCHAPE culture, senior leadership, what it means to help shape a team, and we tell some stories about two of the most legendary captains to come through this...
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Macey Meyer/ Senior Spotlight Number 9
Macey's cheer journey has been shaped by multiple worlds—from all-star cheer to high school cheer—and in this episode, she reflects on what made each experience so different. . 🫶 Macey has been such a fun part of this program, and this conversation gives a glimpse into her experience, her…
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Bryton Romney/ Senior Spotlight Number 8
This one is extra special. I've known Bryton his entire life. He was born when I was a junior in high school and his mom, Gina, was my cheer coach. After high school, Gina became my friend, mentor, and coaching partner, so I've literally had a front-row seat to Bryton growing up. In this episode,...
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Reagan Bischoff/ Senior Spotlight Number 7
Reagan served as our Media and Memories captain this season and truly helped capture the heart of this team. From documenting the big moments to preserving the little memories in between, Reagan played such a huge role in telling the story of this season. She is thoughtful, uplifting, dependable,...
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Addison Bischoff/ Senior Spotlight Number 6
Addison served as our uniform captain this season and brought so much more to this team than just organization and style. She has a way of making people feel included, confident, and cared for. Addison's creativity, personality, and leadership helped shape the culture of this team in such a fun…
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Ellie Fransen/ Senior Spotlight Number 5
From dance ➡️ cheer. Not many athletes have the ability to completely switch specialties in high school — Ellie is one of them. Watching her take her performance ability, work ethic, and confidence from the dance world and turn herself into a cheerleader has been so cool to witness. Ellie brings...
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Caroline Broderick/ Senior Spotlight #4
We filmed this before nationals and before college tryouts… and since then, she's gone and done the thing — competed at USA Nationals and made the Utah State University cheer team. This episode is a look back at her time at Skyridge High School, the growth, the work, and the kind of athlete she's...
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Sydney Nelson/ Senior Spotlight #3
Co-captain. Leader. Steady. Strong. Sydney has been a constant for this team—someone you can always count on when it matters most. Her leadership, heart, and consistency have helped shape this program in a powerful way. Now streaming on YouTube & Apple Podcasts 🎧
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Anna VanOrman/ Senior Spotlight #2
Welcome back to Tumbling Through Life! This Senior Spotlight series is all about giving our seniors the recognition they deserve—and next up is Anna VanOrman. Anna is someone who has quietly made a huge impact on this team. Her consistency, work ethic, and presence have helped shape the culture…
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Malia Bye: SHS Senior Spotlight #1
Welcome back to Tumbling Through Life! I'm back—with 12 new episodes featuring each of our Skyridge Cheer seniors. I can't wait for you to hear the stories, growth, and moments that made this season so special. First up is Malia Bye. Malia is a four-year senior who has worked tirelessly…
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Tumbling Through Life — Together
In this special episode of Tumbling Through Life, I'm sitting down with my favorite person — my husband, Kjell. 🤍 You hear me talk all the time about coaching, cheer, tumbling, big dreams, and building confidence… but today we're talking about what it looks like behind the scenes. The late…
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My First Dance Girl: Kennedy Johnson
From Synergy Academy to captaining UVU's 4X NCA Game Day Champion Team, Kennedy Johnson's story is one of resilience, leadership, and heart. As my first "dance girl," she taught me as much as I ever taught her. In this episode, Kennedy opens up about her journey, her love for dance, and how she's...
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Flipping Paige's
Tumbling Through Life gets a twist in this episode—Kaylen takes over the mic and puts Paige in the hot seat! From her very first days as a cheerleader to how her passion for coaching began, we flip the script and get to know the story behind our host.
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Green Man 28: Kaleb Rodriguez on Finding His Beat
Kaleb Rodriguez—aka Green Man 28—has been chasing rhythm since he was three years old. From violin prodigy to snare drum captain, Kaleb's journey through music is filled with unexpected turns, relentless dedication, and a whole lot of personality. In this episode, Kaleb opens up about: Quitting...
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Kennady Low: Mini 1, Worlds, and a Pop of ORANGE.
🎙️ Episode Description – Kennady Low In this episode of Tumbling Through Life, I sit down with Kennady Low, whose cheer journey is as inspiring as it is full-circle. From starting at just 4 years old on Mini 1 at UPA, to becoming a World Champion with MACS Senior Starz at 14, Kennady has...
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Late Nights, Big Wins: Abby's UVU Coaching Adventure (Part 2)
In Part 2 of Abby's UVU coaching adventure, we dive deeper into the real, raw, and rewarding side of college cheer coaching. From navigating athlete challenges to balancing life outside the gym, Abby shares what it's really like behind the scenes of a national title season. We talk late-night...
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Tumbling Through Life: Abby's Story Begins
In this first part of Abby's epic story, we dive into her early days in cheerleading—from her youth days cheering for Lehi, to becoming a high school captain at Skyridge, and her first steps into coaching. Abby shares stories from her journey, what it's been like building our cheer program over…
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Tumbling Toward Greatness: Kaden Snyder
I'm super excited to introduce Kaden Snyder! Kaden's a highly decorated All Star athlete who's been in the cheer scene since he was in junior high. He started out at UPA All Stars, where I had the pleasure of coaching him, and later made the switch to Macs All-Stars just as I was moving to...
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Cheer, Coach, Conquer: Kylie Doxey
Hey guys! Welcome back to Tumbling Through Life where life is our game and cheerleading is serious. I'm your host Paige and I am so glad you are here with us. Today I have another amazing alumni from Skyridge! So let me introduce you to the famous Doxey. Kylie Doxey graduated from Skyridge High...
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Flipping the Script: Jacob Wilford from Parkour to Stunt Crew
Hey everyone, welcome back to "Tumbling Through Life!" I am beyond excited today because we have a special super senior guest joining us—Jacob Wilford! Jacob was the captain of our stunt crew at Skyridge High School, and let me tell you, he was a game-changer for us. He cheered with us for two...
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Lexi's Journey of Leadership and Belonging
Today, I'm so excited to have another Skyridge Senior Special guest with me—Lexi! She's been cheering for me for the past four years, and it has truly been a joy to watch her grow into the incredible leader she is today. Lexi has this rare and beautiful talent for reaching out to those who need…
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Flip, Fall, and FLY with Kaylen
In this episode, we celebrate the incredible journey of Kaylen, one of my favorite athletes. Join us as we dive into our four-year adventure together in the world of tumbling! From her self-taught beginnings to transforming into a coachable powerhouse, Kaylen has faced challenges and embraced...
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From Flyer to Backspot: Kiley Nielson Senior Interview
Guys, I can't tell you how excited I am for today's interview. My next guest is someone I've been tumbling with for 5 years and cheering for over the past five. Kiley is truly the life of the party – always full of energy, dancing on the sidelines, and radiating positivity. She's not just...
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Flying High with Puggy
Join me as I introduce my friend Ava—my fearless Puggy—whose journey at Skyridge Cheer is truly inspiring. From being one of only three freshman flyers to facing the highs and lows of elite cheerleading, Ava shares her insights on confidence, mindset, and perseverance. This episode is perfect for...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I am so excited to introduce my next guest—my infamous Puggy, Ava! Now, let me take you back a bit. Ava was one of seven variations of 'Ava' on the team her freshman year, and with that many versions of the same name, we obviously had to get creative with nicknames. And that's where 'Pug' came in. I'm sure she probably slightly hates it (because let's be real, 'Ava' fits her too), but she'll always be Pug to me.Ava has such a unique and inspiring story, and I can't wait to dive into her experience here at Skyridge. She was one of only three freshman flyers in her class, and she really hit the ground running with a strong start to her high school cheer career. Today, we're going to talk about the highs and lows of flying and what it really takes to push through at an elite level.I know this story is going to be so insightful for athletes, especially when it comes to confidence and mindset. If you've ever doubted yourself or faced a challenge that felt too big to overcome, this episode
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I am so excited to introduce my next guest—my infamous Puggy, Ava! Now, let me take you back a bit. Ava was one of seven variations of 'Ava' on the team her freshman year, and with that many versions of the same name, we obviously had to get creative with nicknames. And that's where 'Pug' came in....
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