The Youngstown State University Cheerleading squad represents the Athletic Department at games, department events and throughout the community at special functions. The Cheerleaders provide spirit to an already great atmosphere on gamedays at YSU’s Stambaugh Stadium and throughout the men’s and women’s basketball season at the Beeghly Center.
   The Cheerleaders are coached by Michelle Markota and Deanna Theodore, both previous Penguin Cheerleaders and YSU graduates. Markota has been an advisor since the fall of 2002 while Theodore joined the coaching ranks in the fall of 2005.
   Schools, groups or organizations wishing to have the YSU Cheerleaders make an appearance at a community function or events may print the “Appearance Request” form on this web site and fax the completed form to (330) 941-1534 at least three weeks prior to the scheduled event.

2008 Visit Day | Saturday, March 1

2008-09 Tryout Information | May 12, 2008
 

2007-08 Cheerleading Squad

Front Row (From Left): Angela Dileo, Jennifer Munholand, Bethany McGehee, Jennifer Martin, Nicole Erwin, Amber Kay, Jeanette Rudesky, Jessica Powers, Christine Patoray. Back Row: Michelle Markota (Coach), Rachel Rhoads (Mascot), Scott Rouan, Jeneane Crago, Nicki Shimensky, Joshlyn Knipp, Rebekah Sturgiss, Bridget Baumgartner, Brittney Zemko, Allyse Adams, Megan Abdalla, Courtney Wolfcale, Bob Williamson, Deanna Theodore (Coach).