SARAH PAYNE (SENIOR CAPTAIN)
Hometown: Fairfax, Virginia
Haley is a junior and Spanish Major, and brings some Midwest flavor to the squad with her Milwaukee roots. The 2013 Wheaton Football season is Haley’s first season ever cheerleading, and she has loved it! Her favorite aspect of Wheaton Cheer is the stunting; this fabulous rookie has already grown into a stud backspot with only one season under her belt! Haley loves the friendships that are fostered on the squad, especially through the designated prayer partners that are assigned by the coach. Haley’s hobbies are not limited to Spanish-speaking and cheerleading. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and plans to pursue the career of a Physician’s Assistant after graduation. Haley’s favorite Scripture is John 1 because it paints a beautiful picture of Christ’s love for us, and His desire to accept us into his family.
MANDY ARMSTRONG (SOPHOMORE)
Hometown: Reinlandpfalz, Germany
Mandy is a sophomore German and Theology major right from the heart of Reinlandpfalz, Germany. Though she has no previous cheer experience, her natural athletic ability and fun personality are wonderful assets to the squad! Her favorite part of Wheaton Cheerleading is how accepting and loving the squad is. A fun fact about Mandy is that she is an MK (not a missionary kid, but a military kid!) and has lived on three continents and 13 different homes around the globe. Not only is she a brilliant world-traveler and great athlete, but she also loves the Lord with all her heart. Her favorite verse is Psalm 124 because it portrays the strength of God and reminds her that he will always be her help in times of trial.
LINDSEY EMERY (SOPHOMORE)
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Lindsey is a sophomore from the favor-filled city of St. Louis, Missouri. Even though she has no previous cheer experience, her years of experience playing sports have allowed her to easily transition into Wheaton Cheer! Her favorite aspect of Wheaton Cheerleading is the community. She also loves stunting as she finds it a great way to explore strength! In her free time, her favorite hobby is photography…she is a natural! Her favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11 because it reminds her that God always has a plan for her and her brothers and sisters in Christ.
BRIGITTA ENGREBRETSEN
Hometown: Carol Stream, IL
Brigitta is a sophomore and Education major from Illinois. She is full of smiles; her excitement brings energy to the squad every practice. She never cheered prior to attending Wheaton, but has easily transitioned into cheerleading as a former three-sport athlete (basketball, volleyball, and soccer). Her favorite aspect of Wheaton Cheerleading is spending time with the girls on the squad. Brigitta’s favorite scripture is Psalm 73:26 because it reminds her that she is not in control of her life. No matter her physical state, her faith in the Lord serves as the core of all that she does.
TANNER MUZIKOWSKI (SOPHOMORE)
Hometown: West Chicago, IL
Tanner is an energetic sophomore from the West side of Chicago. Outside of her intense studies as a Business/Economics Major, Tanner is a fun-loving teammate and always the life of the party. With no previous cheerleading experience, her natural athletic abilities as a Varsity Cross-Country Runner have formed her into one of Wheaton Cheer’s best flyers. Tanner’s favorite part of being a Wheaton Cheerleader is spending time with the girls on the squad. She loves that the squad is built on trust and love, and that she can always count on the girls to catch her when she falls (literally!). Tanner’s favorite Bible verse is Psalm 73: 26 because it acknowledges that despite human imperfection, Christ’s life will sustain and fulfill her forever.
CAROLINE SAYLOR (SOPHOMORE)
Hometown: Wheaton, IL
Caroline is a sophomore Communications major, born and raised in Wheaton. Even though she didn’t start cheerleading until spring of her freshman year of college, she picked it up quickly and has become one of the squad’s best flyers! She loves the unique perspective that the cheerleaders get when watching the football and basketball games; she says it’s almost like being apart of the game! Cheerleading is not her only talent, however; if you ask her, she will tell you she secretly loves to sing in her free time! Her favorite Bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3:11 because it reminds her of God’s perfect plan in her life.
GLORI SCHAAFSMA (SOPHOMORE)
Hometown: Milan, Italy
Glori is an Elementary Education Major, raised in the beautiful country of Italy! She grew up traveling often to the United States to visit family and has traveled to 22 different countries in her lifetime, but she will always consider Italy home. She never had the opportunity to be a cheerleader in Italy, but she was able to fulfill her desire to cheer upon coming to Wheaton. She hasn’t since regretted joining the squad and absolutely loves the community with the other girls. She loves how the girls are kind and encouraging to each other, and how the atmosphere is so uplifting! Glori’s favorite Bible verses are Romans 5:3-5 because it shows the greatness of our God; He can even turn bad situations and suffering into good!
KATIE BJORLIN (FRESHMAN)
Hometown: Channhassen, Minnesota
Katie is freshman Applied Health Science Major, raised in the suburbs of Minneapolis. Though she has had no cheer experience prior to Wheaton, she has been figure skating since she was four years old! She masters almost any stunt she tries; she is both a naturally talented flyer and base. She joined the squad after seeing the Wheaton Cheer table at the Campus Club Fair, and hasn’t regretted it since! She loves the smiling, challenging stunts, and great friendships that come along with cheer. Katie also loves that each girl on the squad is assigned a prayer partner, fostering deepening and growth within friendships. Her favorite Bible verse is Romans 12:12 because her that no matter life’s circumstances, it allows her to be joyful in Christ.
HANNAH FARELL (FRESHMAN)
Hometown: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Hannah is a freshman from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has never cheered prior to Wheaton. She is just about as sweet as they come, but she also has a little spice; her dreams include backpacking across Europe and skydiving! It would make sense that her favorite aspect of Wheaton Cheer is stunting! However, she is not only a kind-hearted adventure-seeker, but she is also brilliant. As a Chemistry major, she has plans to pursue medical school after she graduates from Wheaton. Her favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11, because it reminds her that even when she doesn’t always understand certain obstacles in life, she can be confident that God has a plan for her!
MORGAN JACOB (FRESHMAN)
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Morgan is a freshman International Relations Major, born and raised in Dallas, Texas. Even though the 2013 Wheaton Football season is her first time cheerleading, her four years of dance experience and bubbly personality contribute skill and excitement to the squad! Morgan loves every aspect of Wheaton Cheer, but if she had to pick one it would be the weekly meetings with her prayer partner. She also loves stunting because not only is it fun, but it’s a great trust-building exercise and a great way to connect with the girls. It’s no surprise that Morgan contributes positive energy to the squad considering she is an admitted coffee addict. Bring her a cup of joe before one of the football and basketball games, and she will love you forever! Her favorite verse is Lamentations 3:23 because it reminds her that no matter if she fails or succeeds, Christ always loves her and forgives her.
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