A 29-Year Gator Tradition
Once a Gator, always a Gator.
Spartanburg Gators has been part of the local community for 29 years, providing young athletes with opportunities to grow, learn, and build confidence through youth sports.
Our sideline cheer program continues that tradition by creating a positive and supportive environment where cheerleaders develop teamwork, leadership, and school spirit.
One of the most special parts of our program is seeing former Gator cheerleaders return years later with their own children — and even come back to help coach the next generation of Gators.
That is the Gator legacy.
Lady Gators Competition Team
January 17th, 2026
The Lady Gators Competition team took home GRAND CHAMPIONS + BEST ALL AROUND !
Both teams placed 1st in their divisions
Superlatives: Best Jumps & Best Facials
Thank you Dynamic Dolls Cheer Academy (DDCA) for an amazing competition!
Your 2026 Volunteer Cheer Staff
cOACH BRANDY
Greetings!!
I’m a dedicated coach who believes in leading by example. As Cheer Director, it’s my goal to be a positive role model while building meaningful relationships with my coaches, parents, cheerleaders, and the local community. I’m a boy mom who loves sports. My son and I have been a part of the Spartanburg Gator’s family for 3 years. My passion for cheer and dance started when I was just 6 years old where I learned tap, ballet, and Jazz! This passion continued into high school where I served as the cheer captain of a competitive Co Ed- cheer team. Most recently, I have enjoyed coaching youth cheerleading. I also provide try-out prep training and mentorship to aspiring middle and high school cheerleaders who desire to excel.
I look forward to helping your child gain confidence, build character, and develop leadership skills through CHEER!
Experience: Volunteer Cheer Coach, Team Mom, CPR/AED Certified
cOACH shanique
Hi! I am Coach Shanique I am so excited to be your coach. I have been with Spartanburg Gators for 3 years. This year make my second year been a cheer coach. I am mother of two boys and one girl that all love football. As your cheer coach I want you to know that I’m very dedicated. I have such a strong passion for cheerleading! I enjoy using my knowledge to help children reach their goals. Seeing their skills, build their confidence and have fun is why I enjoy coaching so much.
cOACH kendra
I'm Coach Kendra. I'm a mother of 3 + 2 bonus kids, a wife, a member in United State Air Force, and an entrepreneur.
Working with the youth is a passion of mine & has been for 19yrs now. I have worked with the youth through the Boys & Girls Club, the director of the youth choir at LSGBC, being a "Team Mom" for 13yrs, running a kid salon, & now coaching your daughters in the Spartanburg Gators cheer program. I absolutely love it & I truly look forward to working with your girls.